Principal HR Business Partner (15 month contract)

About League  

Founded in 2014, League is the leading healthcare consumer experience (CX) platform, powered by artificial intelligence (AI), reaching more than 63 million people around the world and delivering the highest level of personalization in the industry. Payers, providers, and consumer health partners build on League’s platform to deliver high-engagement healthcare solutions proven to improve health outcomes. League has raised over $285 million in venture capital funding to date, powering the digital experiences for some of healthcare’s most trusted brands, including Highmark Health, Manulife, Medibank, and Shoppers Drug Mart.

Position Summary:

As Principal, HR Business Partner you act as a trusted advisor and coach to leaders across the organization. In this role, you will work with leaders and the People & Culture function to develop strategic and tactical solutions to people-related challenges that will drive business results.

In this role you will:

• Work closely with People & Culture leadership on implementing strategic HR initiatives and rolling them out with assigned business units
• Partner with business leaders to develop and implement People strategies and initiatives that align with overall business objectives.
• Provide guidance, coaching, and support on performance management, employee relations, retention, development planning, policy interpretation, and compensation
• Partner cross-functionally with internal People teams, finance, legal and other teams that support the HRBP function
• Advise leaders on organizational design and change management initiatives to optimize team structures and workflows
• Ensure a human-centric approach to AI implementation, while identifying opportunities to integrate AI into HR workflows to enhance the employee experience
• Drive the adoption of AI tools and strategies within the People & Culture function to enhance efficiency and effectiveness, and guide business units in identifying and implementing AI solutions to optimize their operations
• Lead performance review cycle and facilitate performance review calibration sessions 
• Work with business leaders to analyze and present engagement survey results, develop insights, and recommend actions for client groups
• Partner with people leaders to identify top talent and support the creation of individualized development plans
• Facilitate training on employee retention, performance, and continuing education for Leaguers
• Partner closely with other People & Culture functions including HR Operations and HR Programming
• Build trust and credibility with all employee groups to create a safe, supportive and open environment
• Have a strong understanding and experience of employment legislation (US & Canada) and manage all employee relations issues

About You:

• Successful career in a fast moving, high-tech environment with experience scaling from 100 to 1000
• A proven HR Business Partner and skilled facilitator
• In-depth knowledge of HR functions and Labor Laws (Canada and US)
• At least 7+ years in Human Resources experience, with proven experience partnering with senior leaders and a range of client groups
• Exceptional interpersonal skills and the ability to successfully interact with employees at all levels
• Strong relationship builder and trusted advisor
• Develop and implement initiatives to foster a diverse and inclusive culture
• Make significant contributions to growing businesses
• Coach and mentor
• Partner with managers and leaders across various functions
• Lead, interact with, and maintain relationships with employees at all organizational levels
• Adapt to evolving environments and changing priorities

What’S In It For You:

When it comes to perks and benefits, one size never fits all. We’re flexible here at League, so everyone has the choice to get exactly what they need. This includes:

• Flexible medical and dental plans
• 401(K) and RRSP matching programs
• Health, lifestyle, learning and family spending accounts
• Employee Stock Option Program (ESOP)
• Generous leaves (including parental and sabbatical) 
• Flexible time off

What We Offer

• Comprehensive Health Benefits: We prioritize your well-being with complete medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Bonus Program: Be rewarded for your contributions with our performance-based bonus program
• Employee Stock Option Program: Become an owner and share in our success through our stock option program
• Unlimited Paid Time Off: Take the time you need to recharge and maintain a healthy work-life balance
• Spending Accounts: Manage your healthcare and dependent care expenses with tax-advantaged spending accounts
• Wellness Days: Prioritize your mental and physical health with dedicated wellness days throughout the year
• Growth Opportunities: We invest in your future with abundant opportunities for professional development and advancement
• Mentorship Program: Benefit from guidance and support from experienced leaders in your field
• Flexible Ways of Working: Enjoy the freedom to work in a way that suits your life and boosts your productivity

Security-Related Responsibilities

• Ensure access management is performed in compliance with the employee's role and responsibilities
• Responsibility and accountability for executing League's policies and procedures within the department/ team
• Notification of HR, Legal, Compliance & Security of any incidents, breaches or policy violations
• Compliance with Information Security Policies

CANADA APPLICANTS ONLY: The Canada-specific compensation range below for this full-time position is exclusive of bonus, equity and benefits. This range reflects the minimum and maximum target for base salaries for the position across all Canadian locations. The salary range is intentional to account for the performance and career progressions a Leaguer will experience in the role throughout their time at League. Where in the band you may land is determined by job-related skills/experience. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range specific to your skills and experience during the hiring process.

Compensation range for Canada applicants only$142,100—$173,700 CADOur employees come from different backgrounds, and we celebrate those differences. We are looking for the best candidates for our open roles, but do not expect applicants to meet every qualification in order to be considered. If you are excited about what you could accomplish at League and believe you can add value to our team, we would love to hear from you.
We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. If you are an individual in need of assistance at any time during our recruitment process, please contact us at recruitinginfo@league.com.

Our Application Process:   Applying to a role you love can be exhausting, and understanding the next steps can feel vague and uncertain. You have done the hard part of submitting your application; let's do ours by sharing potential next steps

• You should receive a confirmation email after submitting your application.
• A recruiter (not a computer) reviews all applications at League.
• If we see alignment with League's needs, a recruiter will reach out to learn more about your goals. The recruiter will also share the team-specific interview process depending on the roles you are exploring.
• The final step is an offer, which we hope you will accept!
• Prior to joining us, we conduct reference and background checks. Additional checks could be required for US Candidates, depending on the role you are exploring.
• Learn about our platform, leadership team and partners
• Highmark Health, Google Cloud, League: new digital front door to seamless care
• Former Providence President and Workday EVP of Corporate Strategy join League Board of Directors
• League raises $95 million USD in Series C to build world’s leading healthcare CX platform
• Forbes x League: The Platformization Of Healthcare Is Here
• Fast Company x League: If we want better innovations in healthtech, we need more competition

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