Who We Are
At KEV, we help school districts eliminate the school finance blind spot. Our platform gives district finance teams real-time visibility and traceability into every dollar collected at the school level; whether it’s cash, check, or digital. From field trips to fundraisers, we help them manage every dollar with confidence. More than 27,000 schools across North America trust KEV to manage over $8 billion annually. By unifying payments, accounting, and reporting, KEV simplifies life for bookkeepers, builds trust with parents, and gives finance leaders the oversight their current systems cannot. It’s how we help schools stay compliant, reduce risk, and focus on what matters most, student success.
Backed by Five Arrows, the PE arm of Rothschild & Co., KEV is investing more than ever to support K–12 in a world of tighter budgets, rising scrutiny, and fast-changing tech. We’re headquartered in Toronto, with offices across North America.
If you’re excited by the idea of building tech that protects schools, empowers finance teams, and improves education through better systems, KEV is the place for you.
About the Role
The People & Culture team is integral to KEV’s success, driving organizational growth, employee engagement, and operational excellence through partnership and expertise. We collaborate across the business to deliver scalable people solutions, enhance manager capability, and foster a culture of accountability, inclusion, and continuous improvement.
We are looking for a Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) to join our growing team. In this role, you will be responsible for supporting leaders and employees through strategic guidance, employee relations expertise, and data-informed people practices. You will work closely with department leaders, Talent Acquisition, Total Rewards, and HR Operations to enable business goals and enhance the employee experience.
How You’ll Contribute
- Serve as a trusted advisor to leaders and employees — driving stronger performance, improved engagement, and a healthy, equitable workplace culture.
- Lead employee relations investigations and provide coaching to managers — enabling consistent, fair, and legally compliant people practices.
- Implement and optimize HR programs and processes — ensuring scalable practices that enhance employee experience and operational efficiency.
- Support change management initiatives — enabling smooth transitions during organizational changes, process rollouts, and new program implementations.
- Advise on employee relations and conflict resolution — ensuring fair, consistent, and timely issue resolution.
- Drive organizational development and change initiatives — supporting scalability and long-term business sustainability.
- Guide performance management processes — enabling high performance and clarity of expectations.
- Use HR data for insights and decisions — contributing to evidence-based people strategies.
- Collaborate on compensation and benefits — ensuring competitive, equitable, and consistent practices.
- Ensure policy compliance and consistency — supporting risk mitigation and sound governance.
Who You Are
- 5 plus years of experience in Human Resources, including HRBP, HR Generalist, or People & Culture roles, supporting both U.S. and Canadian employees.
- Strong experience in employee relations, coaching leaders, performance management, and organizational development.
- Post‑secondary education in Human Resources, Business, or a related field; CHRP/CHRL certification is an asset.
- Experience with HRIS platforms, engagement survey tools, and people analytics dashboards. Rippling is an asset.
- Relationship-building skills — enabling trust, collaboration, and cross-functional alignment.
- Strong communication and problem-solving skills — contributing to clarity and effective issue resolution.
What We Offer
- Competitive compensation – We believe in rewarding great work with fair, competitive pay.
- Meaningful benefits– Because your well-being matters; both at work and at home.
- Retirement Savings Support – We help you plan for your future with company-matched programs, including RRSP matching in Canada and 401(k) contributions in the U.S.
- Professional development – We invest in your growth with ongoing learning, stretch opportunities, and continuing education, including KEV Academy for onboarding and skill-building, plus KEV University, our online platform offering a wide range of courses.
- Hybrid model – 3 days in the office to collaborate and connect, with flexibility the rest of the week.
- Flexible PTO – Take the time you need to recharge with close to 4 weeks of vacation and a company-wide holiday closure
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Office perks – Enjoy a fully stocked snack bar and occasional catered lunches—because we know that great conversations (and ideas) often start around good food.
Salary Range - $75,000- $100,000
Note: We set standard base pay ranges for all roles based on function, level, and country location, benchmarked against similar stage growth companies. Final offer amounts are determined by multiple factors including, skills, depth of work experience and relevant licenses/credentials, and may vary from the amounts listed above.
Why You’ll Love Working at KEV
- Make a real difference every day – At KEV, your work supports children, parents, and schools across North America. We don’t just build software, we create solutions that simplify lives and strengthen communities. Our mission is rooted in impact, and every team member plays a vital role in shaping the future of K-12 education.
- The KEV Way – At KEV, you’ll never feel stuck in the status quo. You’ll be part of a team that’s constantly questioning, improving, and innovating—always with one guiding focus: How does this help our schools and the students they serve? It’s a culture that challenges you to do your best work while reminding you why it matters.
- Grow with us – We’re scaling fast, and so are our people. At KEV, you’ll have real opportunities to learn, develop, and shape your career. Whether advancing in your role or exploring a new path, you’ll be supported every step of the way.
- Work alongside excellence – You’ll be part of a team with integrity who treat their colleagues with respect. who are accomplished but humble, collaborative but accountable. It’s a place where you can do your best work while feeling supported and inspired by the people around you.
- Celebrate Community and Culture – At KEV, we connect, recognize, and celebrate our people. Join Club KEV for team-building fun, hear directly from customers in our Voice of Customer Series, stay aligned with Monthly Townhalls, and be inspired by the KEVite Awards, where top contributors are recognized by their peers.
This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required by an individual joining the KEV team in this or any other capacity.
KEV Group is pleased to accommodate individual needs in accordance with the Accessibility of Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 (AODA), within our recruitment process. If you require accommodation at any time throughout the recruitment process, please speak with Human Resources or the hiring manager.
KEV Group is an equal opportunity employer who agrees not to discriminate against any employee or job applicant because of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, physical or mental disability, or age.
Visit our website for more information and details about working at KEV.
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