Employee Relations Advisor

Kinaxis; Toronto; Híbrido; CAD 80.000 - 100.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Flexible vacation and Kinaxis Days

Physical and mental well-being programs

Mentorship programs and training

Descripción de la vacante

Kinaxis is seeking an Employee Relations Advisor to provide expert guidance on employee matters across North America. This role emphasizes compliance with local labor laws and aims to enhance employee relations strategies aligned with business objectives.

The ideal candidate will offer strong experience in managing workplace conflicts, conducting investigations, and developing effective employee relations practices. The position supports flexible work options, making this an exciting opportunity for experienced HR professionals.

Formación

• 5+ years’ experience in employee relations, HR compliance, or labour relations, especially in North America.
• Experience with workplace investigations and complex ER issues.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsabilidades

• Investigate and resolve employee concerns and disciplinary matters.
• Lead performance management processes.
• Conduct investigations into misconduct, harassment, and workplace conflicts.

Conocimientos

Employee relations expertise

Knowledge of employment laws

Communication skills

Data analysis capabilities

Conflict resolution

Educación

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration

Descripción del empleo

About Kinaxis

Are you looking to join an innovative, market‑leading company where you can truly elevate your career? At Kinaxis we are serious about culture, technology, customers, and about not taking ourselves too seriously. In 1984 we started out as a team of three engineers, and today we have grown into a global organization with over 2,000 employees, six global offices, and a best‑in‑class headquarters in Ottawa, Canada. We are a global leader in modern supply‑chain orchestration and are trusted by renowned global brands to provide the agility and predictability needed to navigate today’s volatility and disruption.

Location

This is a remote/hybrid position. You can work from home and be located anywhere in Canada. If you are located in Ottawa, Canada you will be expected to work from our headquarters three days per week.

About the Team

The Employee Relations Advisor is responsible for providing expert guidance on employee relations matters across multiple regions, with a strong emphasis on North America. This role ensures the fair and consistent application of company policies, local labour laws, and supports the development and execution of employee relations strategies that align with business objectives and company values.

Vacancy Status

This is an existing job vacancy.

What you will do

• Investigate and resolve employee concerns and disciplinary matters in accordance with company policies and legal requirements.
• Lead the execution of performance management processes, working directly with business leaders to address underperformance and navigate formal and informal interventions.
• Manage and resolve misconduct and workplace conflict cases, partnering closely with leaders to ensure issues are handled consistently, timely and in compliance with company policies and employment laws.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to HRBPs and regional HR partners by providing expert guidance on complex employee relations issues, including performance, behavioural concerns, and conflict resolution.
• Conduct thorough and impartial investigations into misconduct, harassment, and other workplace concerns, recommending appropriate resolutions.
• Guide leaders and employees through the accommodation request process, ensuring equitable treatment and consistent application of policy.
• Partner with HRBPs to support organizational changes, including restructures, mergers, acquisitions, and workforce reductions, providing employee relations advice throughout.
• Maintain detailed and accurate case documentation to ensure compliance with legal and internal standards.
• Support the development and continuous improvement of the Employee Relations function by leading and contributing to strategic projects, including the creation of policies, procedures, guidance materials, toolkits, templates, and other resources that enhance consistency, compliance, and operational effectiveness.
• Ensure compliance with labour laws across North America and other regions, collaborating with legal and regional HR teams to mitigate risk and maintain policy compliance.
• Deliver training programs to managers on key employee relations topics such as performance management, disciplinary procedures, and conflict resolution.
• Analyze ER trends, identify risks, and provide recommendations to improve workplace policies and employee experience.
• Collaborate closely with internal legal teams and HR to ensure global alignment on ER policies and practices.

What we are looking for

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.
• 5+ years’ experience in employee relations, HR compliance, or labour relations, preferably in a global or multi‑regional environment with a strong focus on North America.
• Strong knowledge of employment laws and regulations across multiple jurisdictions, particularly in North America.
• Experience conducting workplace investigations and handling complex employee relations matters.
• Experience building and enhancing Employee Relations functions, including developing frameworks, processes, guidance materials, toolkits, templates, and other resources to support consistent and effective ER practices.
• Ability to analyze data and trends to identify potential employee relations issues and develop proactive solutions.
• Ability to build strong relationships with stakeholders at all levels within the organization.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills to effectively interact with employees, managers, and senior leadership.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced organization and manage multiple priorities.
• High level of discretion, confidentiality, and integrity.

Benefits

• Flexible vacation and Kinaxis Days (company‑wide days off).
• Flexible work options.
• Physical and mental well‑being programs.
• Regularly scheduled virtual fitness classes.
• Mentorship programs, training, and career development.
• Recognition programs and referral rewards.
• Hackathons.

EEO and Accessibility

Kinaxis welcomes candidates to apply to our inclusive community. We provide accommodations upon request to ensure fairness and accessibility throughout our recruitment process for all candidates, including those with specific needs or disabilities. If you require an accommodation, please reach out to us at [e-mail]. This contact information is for accessibility requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.