Human Resources Business Partner

ANBL

Human Resources Business Partner

Essential role information

Title: Human Resources Business Partner

Language requirement: Spoken and written competence in English is required.

Location: Remote within New Brunswick

Closing: November 9th, 2026

Who we are

As one of Atlantic Canada’s Top Employers for 2025, ANBL is proud of the people-first culture we’ve built together with our team members. Alcool NB Liquor (ANBL) is a provincial Crown corporation responsible for the purchase, importation, distribution, and retail activity for all beverage alcohol in the province.

Our sister company, Cannabis NB (CNB), manages retail cannabis sales for the province, providing safe and legal products while focusing on education, safety and responsible access.

Together, ANBL & CNB return 100% of profits to the Government of New Brunswick to benefit all New Brunswickers while responsibly serving customer and communities across the province.

Corporate Social Responsibility at ANBL

At ANBL, we take our social responsibility seriously. With our Corporate Social Responsibility Strategy to guide us, we are committed to:

• Responsible selling through our CHECK 30 program, which specifies that customers who look younger than 30will be asked for valid photo identification.
• Food security through our partnership with FeedNourrir
  NB to help get more food to the New Brunswickers who need it.
• Helping New Brunswickers get home safely through our Safe Ride program, providing FREE transportation at ANBL-sponsored events.
  None of these efforts would be possible without the more than 800 team members who are the lifeblood of our organization and choose ANBL as their employer.

What's in it for you?

Being part of the team at ANBL means working in an organization that values its people and encourages every employee to have a voice. Our team takes pride in contributing to the communities and province we serve.

At ANBL, we also support both personal and professional growth through internal and external development opportunities, including our Leadership Development Program.

About the Human Resources Business Partner role
At Alcool NB Liquor, we look for people whose values align with ours! Integrity, Caring, Trust, Community and Celebration. We value team members who collaborate well, make thoughtful decisions, support others, and take pride in delivering great experiences while celebrating success together.

The HRBP works closely with colleagues in HR to implement and enhance the HR vision and agenda for their partner groups. They are constantly ensuring process and policy compliance and communicating employee relations strategies for bargaining and non-bargaining team members. They also help team leads and managers get more comfortable and confident in their roles and work closely with leadership to foster a culture of engagement.

Reporting to the Manager of Employee Experience, the HRBP is a dedicated contact for certain partner groups within the organization, advising on performance management, making sure team members feel heard, and taking action with what they’ve learned. The HRBP acts as the bridge between teams, their people, and leadership, ensuring an engaged, productive, and efficient workforce.

As a strategic partner to the business, the HRBP helps to balance risk while considering employee, team, and business perspectives. They have a constant pulse on their partner groups and provide critical updates and recommendations to their HR colleagues about vacancies, training programs, and health & safety.

Additional Responsibilities

• Research, investigate, and resolve employee relations issues.
  
• Educate, coach, and partner with managers on performance management and employee development goals, as well as policies, employment issues, and workplace challenges.
  
• Develop, implement, and analyze programs to increase retention, satisfaction, and engagement.
  
• Support performance, attendance, and disability management programs.
  
• Provide HR expertise in the areas of feedback, employee relations, development and coaching, compensation, and organizational development.
  
• Participate in the continual development of HR programs, such as recruitment, retention, compensation, benefits, and learning & development.
• Analyze and interpret various types of employee reports (e.g., engagement, job levels, and attrition), policies, By-Laws, and legislation to guide decision making and provide proactive solutions to their partner group.

What do you need to be successful?

• Degree or diploma in Human Resources, Labour Relations, Industrial Relations, or similar
  
• 4+ years progressive experience in a Human Resources function as a Generalist or Labour Relations Specialist
  
• Experience working in a unionized environment.
  
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills
  
• Strong problem solving, change management, and project management skills.
  
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Excellent listening, collaboration, and decision-making skills.
• Ability to quickly build rapport and demonstrate empathy.
  
• Sound judgement with a high degree of confidentiality.

Would be an asset if you had:

• Experience working in or supporting a retail environment.
• CPHR designation (or working towards designation)
• Experience working with data analytics.

Key Competencies

• Strategic Thinking & Business Acumen: Understands business goals and aligns HR strategies accordingly.
  
• Collaboration & Cross Functional Partnership: Works collaboratively with all stakeholders and breaks down silos across HR and business.
• Employee Relations & Conflict Resolution: Handles complex and sensitive employee issues in a respectful and timely manner.
• Leadership Coaching & Development: Coaches leaders on performance, team dynamics, and leadership style. Supports growth of new and emerging leaders in the organization.

Language competencies

• Bilingualism in both official languages is an asset.

Work location:

• The Retail Operations Centre is located in Fredericton, New Brunswick.
• The successful candidate must be based in New Brunswick, this role is a remote.
• Semi-regular travel for meetings and project work may be required.

Compensation information:

$75,720- $85,730

Benefits information:

• Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental coverage and a generous pension plan.
• Access to a Health Spending Account or Wellness Subsidy
• Opportunities to utilize flexible work arrangements, such as remote or hybrid work.

Note:
Only candidates with legal authorization to work in Canada will be considered.

How do I join the Team?
Share your resume with us through our online application system.

Alcool NB Liquor (ANBL) is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to reflecting the diverse communities we serve. We foster an inclusive and accessible workplace, and accommodations may be provided upon request, in all aspects of the selection process.