Charles Despins
QC
Summary
Accomplished bilingual HR professional dedicated to fostering organizational success through strategic human resources initiatives. Emphasizes teamwork and partnership building to consistently deliver results. Proficient in data analytics and performance management, with a strong commitment to cultivating a positive work environment and effectively addressing complex employee relations challenges.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Human Resources Business Partner
Nestlé Nespresso Canada
06.2020 - Current
- HRBP for all Retail Boutiques across Canada and Retail Corporate team.
- Managed an external provider responsible for 300 Boutique employees.
- Transformed HR processes digitally by creating an interactive employee handbook, streamlining onboarding, and improving accessibility.
- Led a staffing model redesign for Retail Boutiques that improved efficiency and delivered cost savings.
- Ensured legal compliance in all HR practices, preventing potential lawsuits and fines.
- Developed HR Strategies with management, boosting employee engagement and retention.
- Analyzed workforce data to identify trends, driving strategic HR decisions and enhancing performance across retail operations.
- Lead performance reviews and talent assessments, maximizing workforce development.
- Coached managers on effective employee relations strategies to address workplace conflicts proactively.
- Investigated and liaised with legal department to respond to complaints of harassment, discrimination, employee grievances, and other sensitive issues
Human Resources Advisor
Albi Le Géant
04.2018 - 06.2020
- HR advisor for 8 locations
- Providing expert guidance on employee relation issues, including locations under a collective bargain agreement and employer representation in mediation for labour standards complaints.
- Fostered strong relationships across departments, enhancing communication and teamwork.
- Contributed to the development of the company's entire restructuring plan.
- Provided empathetic guidance during organization shifts, ensuring smooth transitions and maintaining staff morale.
- Implemented salary equity across the organization.
- Managed workplace accidents and disability cases.
Talent Acquisition Specialist
Quantum Management Services Limited
04.2017 - 04.2018
- Represented Quantum Management Services Limited onsite for our client Groupe St-Hubert.
- Evaluated resumes, interviewed, and presented qualified candidates to hiring managers and solicited feedback to refine recruiting strategy.
- Provided regular updates to hiring managers and HR staff on recruitment activities and progress.
- Reduced time-to-fill for open positions by implementing efficient recruitment strategies and effective collaboration with hiring managers.
Education
BBA - Industrial Relations
University of Montreal
Montreal, QC06-2017
DEC - Organizational Management
Cegep Lionel-Groulx
Sainte-Thérèse06-2014
Skills
- Employee relations
- Performance management
- Talent management
- Retention strategies
- Work culture enhancement
- Data analytics
- Policy implementation
Languages
French
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Human Resources Business Partner
Nestlé Nespresso Canada
06.2020 - Current
Human Resources Advisor
Albi Le Géant
04.2018 - 06.2020
Talent Acquisition Specialist
Quantum Management Services Limited
04.2017 - 04.2018
BBA - Industrial Relations
University of Montreal
DEC - Organizational Management
Cegep Lionel-Groulx
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