Human Resources Business Partner

Title: Human Resources Business Partner

Status: Full-Time Permanent

Apply at: applications@defenceandsecurity.ca

Deadline: Before midnight EST on August 21, 2026

Your Mission

The Canadian Association of Defence and Security Industries(CADSI) is seeking a proven professional and experienced Human Resources Business Partner.  Reporting to the Vice-President Finance, the HR Business Partner is a well-suited professional with a generalist background who enjoys working across many facets of human resources. The position closely mirrors an HR generalist function, encompassing recruitment, employee relations, reporting, administrative support, and ongoing guidance to leaders.

This position offers an exciting opportunity for anexperienced and dependable Human Resource expert to make a mark on a small butgrowing organization. This is a newly created position that will allow thecandidate to leverage their expertise to improve the organization.

The HR Business Partner will be responsible for managing this critically important department.

• Assist with recruiting, selecting, interviewing, hiring, and onboarding new employees; prepare necessary documents for personnel files.
• Advise on Organizational and Human Resource strategy
• Advise executives on the interpretation and application of company policies, and Ontario employment laws, including matters related to but not limited to regulations, employee relations and health & safety.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of labour law, legislative changes, or any event/topic impacting the company and occupational health and safety.
• Advise executives on compensation discussions, disciplinary measures and other employment matters.
• Manage HR administrative processes across the employee lifecycle, including  processing new hires, job changes, and terminations within HR systems.
• Represent the company on committees such as Health and Safety.
• Build relationships at all management levels and with third parties.
• Handle complex and sensitive employment and labour-related cases.
• Organize, create, and distribute reports as required.
• Administer employee medical and group benefits enrollment throughout the employee lifecycle
• Perform other tasks and projects as required.

Experience and Qualifications

As a creative and resourceful individual, the ideal candidate will have superior knowledge, skills and be able to demonstrate proven capabilities and experiences in successfully managing a high-performing Human Resource position. This individual will possess the following qualifications:

• Mature and experienced HR professional capable of advising executives while supporting day-to-day human resource tasks
• Excellent knowledge of labour laws, practices and regulations, especially related to Ontario Non-Profits or events industry
• Ability to manage time and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability ,to analyze, synthesize, and write effectively.
• Strong interpersonal communication skills for working with internal and external contacts.
• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline (Required)
• Additional relevant certifications and education is an asset
• 5+ years of experience in a similar role.

Compensation and Benefits:

This is a full-time, permanent position with a competitive compensation package – including a competitive salary of 80,000 – 120,000, a 9%-12%,discretionary annual bonus, vacation, health and wellness benefits and credits,an RRSP matching program, and professional development opportunities – whichwill be discussed during the initial interview.

CADSI offers a flexible, hybrid working arrangement with a mix ofin-office and remote work, ergonomic workstations, and a supportive teamculture that values teamwork and professional growth.

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Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

CADSI is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, andaccessible workplace. We encourage applications from individuals of allbackgrounds, including women, Indigenous peoples, racialized persons, personswith disabilities, and members of the LGBTQ+ community.

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How to Apply

To be considered for this position, please submit your resume and a cover letter of no more than two pages that addresses the following points:

• Why you want to work for CADSI
• How your bacground and skills ideally suit you to fulfill this position.
• Ways in which your work experience demonstrates your results-oriented professional approach.

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Submissions should be sent by email to applications@defenceandsecurity.ca by no later than midnight EST on 2026-08-21. Only applicants who are selected for an interview will be contacted.

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About CADSI

CADSI is the voice of Canada’s defence and security industries, representing more than 1,700 companies nationwide. These industries employ over 81,000 Canadians and generate $17.3 billion in annual revenues, with half coming from exports.

Learn more at www.defenceandsecurity.ca or follow us on LinkedIn.

*CADSI does not typically use artificialintelligence (AI) as part of its recruitment process. In limited circumstances,AI may be used to assist with the screening, assessment, or selection ofapplicants.

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