Coordinator - Labour Relations

Centre de services scolaire Marguerite-Bourgeoys - CSSMB; Montreal (administrative region); On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Support offered

Professional development

Leave for family obligations

Defined benefit pension plan

Summer schedule

Sick days and special leave

Up to 35 vacation days per year

Telecommuting pilot project

Job summary

The Centre de services scolaire Marguerite-Bourgeoys (CSSMB) Head Office in Saint-Laurent seeks a Labour Relations Consultant to support managers in handling employee relations matters. You will lead investigations, advise on negotiations, and promote a respectful, compliant work environment across CSSMB establishments.

Fluent French is essential; the role requires a law degree, bar membership, and at least five years in labour relations. Travel to CSSMB sites is expected as part of the duties.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in law and Bar admission.
• Minimum five years in labour relations or HR business partner role.
• Strong knowledge of labour laws, regulations, and collective agreements.
• Experience in investigations related to psychological harassment.
• Excellent command of French, both written and spoken.

Responsibilities

• Provide close advisory support to managers during employee management situations.
• Analyze and propose innovative solutions in a continuous improvement process.
• Initiate prevention actions and interventions during conflict situations.
• Support managers and employees during workplace climate issues.
• Represent CSSMB on joint committees and tribunals and ensure follow-ups.
• Follow up on grievance files and prepare arbitration files.
• Participate in local negotiation processes.
• Establish and maintain harmonious relationships with partners using negotiation and communication.
• Ensure application of collective agreements, laws, and regulations affecting unionized staff.
• Perform other responsibilities as assigned by supervisor.

Skills

Negotiation

Mediation

Analytical skills

Interpersonal

Teamwork

French

Education

Law degree

Quebec Bar member

Labour relations experience

Job description

Start date: 2026-11-02

The administrative heart of the CSSMB in Saint-Laurent

Located in Saint-Laurent, the Head Office brings together the administrative teams that support all CSSMB establishments. We work with rigor, collaboration, and a constant concern for service. Join a team whose work supports the success of thousands of students.

Responsibilities

At the heart of the action, you will act as a consultant to managers by assisting them in managing labour relations issues. Through your leadership, analytical skills, and interpersonal abilities, you will help prevent and resolve conflicts, support negotiation processes, and promote a positive and respectful work environment.

• Provide close advisory support to managers during specific employee management situations;
• Analyze and propose innovative solutions to encountered issues, in a continuous improvement process;
• Initiate prevention actions, interventions during conflict situations, and conflict resolution;
• Support managers and employees during workplace climate issues;
• Act as a representative of the school service center, particularly on joint committees (labour relations committees, grievance committee, etc.), administrative tribunals, and ensure follow-ups that arise;
• Ensure follow-up on grievance files and prepare arbitration files;
• Participate in the local negotiation process;
• Establish and maintain harmonious working relationships with partners in a constructive and collaborative vision, based on negotiation, communication, and solution-seeking;
• Ensure the application and interpretation of all collective agreements, laws, and regulations affecting the working conditions of unionized staff;
• Perform any other responsibilities compatible with their role that may be assigned by their immediate supervisor.

Requirements

• Hold a bachelor's degree in law;
• Be a member of the Quebec Bar;
• Have at least five (5) years of relevant experience in labour relations or as a business partner in human resources;
• Have a good knowledge of regulations, collective agreements, and laws related to labour law;
• Have experience in investigations related to psychological harassment;
• Have an excellent command of French, both oral and written;
• Demonstrate negotiation and mediation skills as well as a strong ability to listen and influence;
• Be able to work in a team and collaborate effectively with various stakeholders and partners;
• Show aptitude for decision-making as well as for resolving disputes and complex problems;
• Have a good sense of organization and planning;
• Be able to travel to various CSSMB establishments.

Benefits

• Support offered
• Benefit from professional development: You will enjoy structured follow-ups and institutional knowledge that will help you better understand the services offered by the school service center;
• Monthly consultation meetings allowing for clinical exchanges and sharing
• Continuing education
• Leave for family obligations and many more
• Defined benefit pension plan (RRPE) that ensures predictable and stable income during retirement
• Summer schedule
• Sick days and special leave
• Up to 35 vacation days per year;
• Possibility of telecommuting according to current terms (pilot project);
• Diverse recreational program and employee discounts
• Group insurance plan
• Employee assistance program
• Telemedicine service
• Free parking
• Proximity to Côte-Vertu metro station
• Access to REM transport
• Access to electric vehicle charging stations
• Reimbursement for training and development activities
• Reimbursement of professional dues according to current terms
• The CSSMB encourages a culture focused on well-being and balance. Disconnect to reconnect better!

We thank you for your interest in the Marguerite-Bourgeoys school service center. Please note that all applications will be processed and we will contact those who match the desired profile.

We also subscribe to an employment equity program and therefore invite women, Indigenous peoples, members of visible minorities, ethnic minorities, and persons with disabilities to submit their applications.

All our employees are subject to the Act respecting the laicity of the State and the Education Act (LIP). This law provides, among other things, for the prohibition of wearing religious symbols for anyone in contact with students.