People Business Partner at Lightspeed Commerce

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Technology, SoftwareIndustries

Requirements

Extensive experience in an HR Generalist and People Business Partner function within a software technology company
Bachelor’s Degree in HR or related discipline
Experience working on large, global and complex projects that span across the organization
Superb communication (oral, written and presentation), coaching and influencing skills with a proven track record of building credibility with leaders, having difficult conversations and providing continuous feedback
Fluency in English as a working language
Knowledge of US labour regulations
In depth experience in Employee Relations and complex employment legislation in Canada and US
Keen interest and involvement in the Diversity, equity and inclusion space and driving employee engagement
Exceptional relationship building skills and able to quickly build rapport with various types of personalities and executive leadership team
Out of the box thinker with a strong desire to bring in metrics and insights to the conversation
Ability to alternate between strategy and tactical execution

Responsibilities

Provide strategic leadership to leaders, key stakeholders and People & Culture team to deliver on the needs and priorities of growing teams
Act as a trusted advisor and coach leadership to enhance their effectiveness within client groups
Be the first line of contact in People & Culture for any employee relations’ issues
Drive proactive conversations with business leaders in a predictable way around People data for their respective client groups
Partner closely with internal stakeholders on employee related initiatives and provide thought-leadership in areas such as Career Development, Talent Development/Management, Employee Engagement, Compensation, etc
Lead special projects as required by the client groups or P&C team
Partner with functional leaders to drive organizational design activities (succession planning, talent development, workforce planning)

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

HR GeneralistPeople Business PartnerEmployee RelationsTalent DevelopmentSuccession PlanningWorkforce PlanningOrganizational DesignCompensationEmployee EngagementStakeholder ManagementCommunicationProject Management

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

Is this position remote or does it require office presence?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What is the salary or compensation for this People Business Partner role?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What key skills and experience are required for this role?

Required experience includes extensive HR Generalist and People Business Partner roles in a software technology company, superb communication, coaching and influencing skills, knowledge of US and Canadian labour regulations, and in-depth employee relations expertise.

What is the team structure for the People and Culture team?

The North America People and Culture team consists of 30 people, and this role will support the function focused on employee care.

What makes a strong candidate for this People Business Partner position?

Strong candidates have extensive HRBP experience in tech, a Bachelor’s in HR or related field, fluency in English, expertise in US/Canada employment laws, DEI passion, and skills in relationship-building, metrics-driven thinking, and balancing strategy with execution—even if unsure, they should apply.

Lightspeed Commerce

Provides software solutions for retailers and restaurateurs

About Lightspeed Commerce

Lightspeed Commerce provides software solutions designed specifically for small and medium-sized businesses in the retail and restaurant sectors. Their main products include point-of-sale systems, inventory management tools, and analytics features that help businesses operate more efficiently and engage with customers effectively. These tools work together to streamline operations, allowing businesses to manage sales, track inventory, and analyze performance data all in one place. Unlike many competitors, Lightspeed focuses on a subscription model for its services, which includes ongoing support and updates, as well as transaction fees for payment processing. The company's goal is to enhance global commerce by empowering SMBs with the technology they need to thrive in a competitive marketplace.

Amsterdam, NetherlandsHeadquarters

2005Year Founded

$2.1MTotal Funding

SERIES_ACompany Stage

Enterprise Software, FintechIndustries

1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance

Unlimited Paid Time Off

Flexible Work Hours

Paid Leave

Extended Healthcare Benefits

Mental Health Support

Lightspeed Equity Scheme

Health & Wellness Credit

Volunteer Day

Risks

Increased competition from SpotOn in the restaurant POS market.

Adyen's Tap to Pay on iPhone poses a threat to Lightspeed's payment solutions.

Candis's financial management solutions could attract Lightspeed's target market.

Differentiation

Lightspeed offers a unified platform for both retail and hospitality businesses.

The company integrates online and offline sales channels for seamless operations.

Lightspeed's subscription model provides consistent revenue through software and transaction fees.

Upsides

Growing demand for unified commerce platforms aligns with Lightspeed's offerings.

Rise of contactless payments presents expansion opportunities for Lightspeed's payment solutions.

Subscription-based models are trending, benefiting Lightspeed's recurring revenue strategy.

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