Human Resources, Labour Relations Business Partner

Role Overview

• Offer subject matter expertise in Human Resources and Labour Relations services.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to frontline management and leadership on HR and LR matters.
• Provide guidance on HR policies, procedures, and best practices.
• Collaborate with management to deliver HR programs aligned with business objectives.
• Partner with internal clients to integrate talent programs into strategic plans.
• Continuously seek value-add opportunities and risk mitigation.
• Utilize business intelligence (BI) for data-driven decision-making and improvement opportunities.
• Execute talent management strategies to enhance retention and employee experience.
• Deliver talent programs, including Continuing Education and leadership development.
• Offer guidance and support on performance management, employee relations, and HR compliance.
• Assist in developing compensation and benefits strategies for attracting and retaining top talent.
• Oversee the implementation of employee engagement initiatives to enhance job satisfaction.
• Ensure compliance with all HR-related legal and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain and organize HR administrative and services.
• Act as lead representative for the regional employers as assigned for all union relationships and transactions.
• Support senior management and executive leadership on tactical approaches to union and performance matters.
• Manage and nurture relationships with union representatives as well as internal clients.
• Deliver advisory services to assist management in handling of performance and behaviour.
• Support management to continually improve employment knowledge, best practices, and leadership.
• Support negotiations of supplementary agreements outside principle CBAs (MOAs, LOUs, etc.).
• Interpret and apply collective agreements, respective employment legislation, and Human Rights principles.
• Produce bargaining preparation including cost modeling and research.
• Facilitate grievance handling at all steps including preparation for potential arbitrations.
• Assist in preparing responses for arbitration and human rights claims.
• Maintain in-depth knowledge and understanding of unionized workforces and labour trends.
• Conduct workplace investigations.
• Support attendance management.
• Respond to all daily employee emails and phone calls within 48 hours.
• Provide guidance to employees by answering questions or investigating concerns.
• Updates employee files as necessary.
• Liaise with all stakeholders by responding to requests in a timely fashion.

Requirements

• Minimum level of education equivalent to a bachelor’s degree.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in an HR/LR advisory or BP role with a track record of progressive scope of responsibility in unionized environments.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in unionized environments are required.
• Expert understanding of employment regulations and legislation.
• Solid knowledge of employment, labour, and privacy laws.
• Proven abilities with office productivity software and HRIS systems (e.g. BambooHR/ADP).

Benefits

• Extended Medical, Vision, and Dental benefits.
• Competitive compensation package.
• Access to Employee Assistance Program.
• Paid vacation.
• Access to a growing organization with lots of advancement opportunities.