Senior HR Specialist - Bilingual English/French

Company Overview

At Motorola Solutions, we believe that everything starts with our people. We’re a global close-knit community, united by the relentless pursuit to help keep people safer everywhere. Our critical communications, video security and command center technologies support public safety agencies and enterprises alike, enabling the coordination that’s critical for safer communities, safer schools, safer hospitals and safer businesses. Connect with a career that matters, and help us build a safer future.

Aperçu de l’entreprise

Chez Motorola Solutions, nous pensons que tout commence par nos employés. Nous sommes une communauté mondiale soudée, unie par la volonté incessante de contribuer à la sécurité des personnes partout dans le monde. Nos technologies de communication, de sécurité vidéo et de centre de commandement essentielles soutiennent les agences de sécurité publique et les entreprises, permettant une coordination essentielle pour des communautés, des écoles, des hôpitaux et des entreprises plus sécuritaires. Connectez-vous à une carrière qui compte et aidez-nous à bâtir un avenir plus sûr.

Department OverviewAs a Senior HR Specialist, you are the hands-on architect of HR compliance and process excellence for Motorola Solutions Canada. You serve as a high-level subject matter expert, providing strategic guidance to management and HRBPs on complex regulatory landscapes. You will be responsible for the end-to-end execution of HR programs, from drafting bilingual policies to conducting complex investigations and filing mandatory government reports. This role requires a "doer" who possesses deep technical knowledge of provincial and federal labor laws and can navigate high-stakes operational tasks with total independence.
Job Description

Responsibilities:

• Develop, implement and update HR policies and procedures in compliance with current and new applicable federal and provincial laws and regulations, and ensure that all policies and procedures are up-to-date and effective. (English & French)

• Conduct workplace investigations for employee complaints: conduct interviews, gather evidence, write the final findings reports, and draft disciplinary letters.

• Act as the lead liaison for government agencies including CNESST, Provincial Labour Boards, Accessibility for Ontarians with Disability (AODA), and the Federal Contractor Program.

• Manages Federal Contractor Workforce analysis, identifies gaps, make goal recommendations, create and implement action plans, submit to Management and government.

• Conduct Pay Equity analysis and reporting (Quebec, Ontario and BC) as required by the respective provincial government.

• Chair the Francisation Committee, managing all documentation and submissions to the OQLF to maintain compliance in Quebec.

• Serve as the trusted HR advisor for HR Business Partners, management and employees, providing expert interpretation of company policies and Canadian labor standards to resolve complex inquiries, ensure procedural fairness, and promote a culture of transparency and compliance.

• Assist with Canada Mergers and Acquisitions, including creating offer letters, mapping benefit plans, and conducting employee onboarding presentations.

• Serve as the lead consultant to managers and HR Business Partners on performance management issues; architecting measurable Performance Improvement Plans (PIPs) and documenting progressive discipline—from initial counseling through formal warnings—to ensure absolute alignment with provincial labor standards and MSI policy.

• Manage the involuntary termination process, including creation of cost sheets, severance agreements and packages. Work with legal counsel to prepare required documentation for negotiations and finalizing settlements.

• Partner with the Immigrations Lead on Canadian immigration program including LMIA documentation and country moves, as needed.

• Drive the continuous improvement of HR workflows by designing and deploying streamlined procedures and bilingual documentation that enhance departmental efficiency and elevate the employee lifecycle experience.

• Ensure all individual employment contracts, offer letters, and training materials are compliant with Bill 96 requirements for Quebec-based employees.

Technical & Strategic Skills

• Multi-Jurisdictional Compliance Mastery: Comprehensive knowledge of Canadian federal and provincial labor laws, with a proven track record of managing mandatory reporting (Pay Equity, AODA, Federal Contractor Program) across multiple provinces including Quebec, Ontario, and BC.

• End-to-End Policy Development: Expert-level ability to research, author, and implement HR policies and standard operating procedures (SOPs) from the ground up with total independence and minimal supervision.

• Bilingual Communication Excellence: Ability to synthesize complex legal or corporate concepts into clear, actionable guidance for stakeholders at all levels—from frontline employees to senior leadership—in both English and French.

• Advanced Conflict & Dispute Resolution: Skilled in conducting workplace investigations, managing progressive discipline, and negotiating settlements, using sound judgment to balance organizational risk with employee relations.

• Project & Time Management: High-capacity multitasker capable of managing competing priorities, such as corporate program rollouts, while meeting strict government and internal deadlines.

Core Behavioral Competencies

• Autonomous Problem-Solving: A resourceful self-starter who operates as an "internal consultant," providing workable solutions to complex HR issues without needing tactical direction.

• Integrity & Professionalism: Unwavering commitment to confidentiality and ethical conduct, particularly when handling sensitive employee data and legal documentation.

• Relational Leadership: A natural ability to build consensus and maintain collaborative relationships across diverse departments, acting as a trusted SME for HR Business Partners and managers.

Requirements

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources, Business, or Law. Will consider a Diploma in Human Resources plus direct HR experience.

• Experience: 7+ years of progressive HR experience, specifically in a multi-provincial Canadian environment (High-tech sector preferred).

• Language: Native-level fluency in English and French (written and verbal) is mandatory.

• Certification: CPHR, CHRP, or CRHA designation (or in progress) is highly preferred.

Target Base Salary Range: 90,000 - 110,000 CAD
Consistent with Motorola Solutions values and applicable law, we provide the following information to promote pay transparency and equity. Pay within this range varies and depends on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The actual offer will be based on the individual candidate.

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Basic Requirements

• Bachelors Degree and 5+ years of HR experience OR 7+ years of HR experience

• Native level fluency in both English and French is mandatory

Travel RequirementsUnder 10%
Relocation ProvidedNone
Position TypeExperienced
Referral Payment PlanYes

EEO Statement

Motorola Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other legally-protected characteristic. 

We are proud of our people-first and community-focused culture, empowering every Motorolan to be their most authentic self and to do their best work to deliver on the promise of a safer world. If you’d like to join our team but feel that you don’t quite meet all of the preferred skills, we’d still love to hear why you think you’d be a great addition to our team.

We’re committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruiting experience for candidates with disabilities, or other physical or mental health conditions. To request an accommodation, please complete this Reasonable Accommodations Form so we can assist you.

Motorola Solutions adopte, favorise et promeut les principes de diversité, d’équité et d’inclusion. Nous encourageons et accueillons les candidatures de toutes les personnes qualifiées, quelles que soient leur race, origines ethnique, religion ou croyance, orientation sexuelle, identité et expression sexuelle, statut d’anciens combattants ou tout autre statut protégé par la Loi.

Nous sommes fiers de notre culture axée sur les personnes et les communautés, encourageant ainsi chaque Motorolan d’être la version la plus authentique de lui-même dans ses responsabilités afin de tenir la promesse d’un monde plus sécuritaire.

Si vous souhaitez vous joindre à notre communauté mais croyez que vous ne possédez pas toutes les exigences requises pour le poste convoité, nous aimerions tout de même connaître les raisons pour lesquelles vous pensez être un excellent candidat pour notre équipe.

Nous offrons également des mesures d’adaptation pendant toutes les étapes du processus d’embauche afin de favoriser l’inclusion des personnes vivant avec un  handicap physique et/ou mental. Pour demander un aménagement, veuillez remplir ce formulaire d'aménagement raisonnable afin que nous puissions vous aider.