Employee Relations & HR Governance Manager

Element Fleet Management; Toronto; On-site; CAD 137,000 - 167,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading fleet management firm in Toronto is seeking a Manager, Employee Relations and HR Governance. This role will focus on managing workplace issues, ensuring HR compliance, and developing employee relations strategies. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree in Human Resources and 5-7 years of progressive HR experience, particularly in employee relations. The salary range is $99,200 - $120,000 annually, with comprehensive benefits including health welfare and paid time-off programs.

Benefits

Comprehensive health benefits

Paid time-off programs

Culture of innovation and empowerment

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of progressive HR experience with a strong focus on employee relations.
• Experience managing complex ER cases in Canada and the U.S.
• Ability to coach and influence stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead and advise on employee relations cases including workplace investigations.
• Monitor ER case trends and provide data-driven insights.
• Develop global and regional HR policies and compliance frameworks.

Skills

Employee relations expertise

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Discretion and professionalism

Knowledge of employment legislation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or related field

Master’s or CHRP / CHRL designation preferred

Job description

Overview

Get started on an exciting career at Element!

Element employees make a difference in the lives of others every day. We are re-defining the fleet management industry to be people first, then business – delivering on our promise of a superior client experience. This takes hard work and innovation, and we need more like-minded people on our team.

About the Role

We’re looking for an employee relations professional to join our team as a Manager, Employee Relations and HR Governance. You will play a critical role ensuring a consistent, legally sound, and compassionate approach to managing workplace issues and HR compliance across Element’s global operations. With a strong emphasis on Canada and the United States, this role supports the development, implementation, and monitoring of Employee Relation strategies, HR Policies and Governance frameworks that align with organizational values and legal requirements. This role partners with HR Business Partners, Legal, Audit, and business leaders to proactively identify risks, promote best practices, and lead investigations and resolutions in employee matters. The incumbent will also champion governance initiatives to ensure policies, standards, and practices are consistent, transparent, and up to date across jurisdictions.

What You’ll Do

• Lead and / or advise on various employee relations cases, including workplace investigations, performance management and conflict resolution with a compassionate lens and attitude.
• Work closely with the Director of Employee Relations to review and resolve complex, high-risk cases.
• Provide advice and counsel on restructuring initiatives including role eliminations and Reductions in Force (RIFs) ensuring fair, consistent, and legally compliant practices.
• Monitor ER case trends, conduct root cause analyses, and provide data-driven insights to proactively address emerging issues and support decision-making
• Support the development, harmonization and maintenance of global and regional HR policies, employee handbooks, and compliance frameworks.
• Drives the annual HR policy framework and review process.
• Partners with Legal, Audit and others to ensure alignment with employment legislation and internal / external standards.
• Provide guidance, coaching to HR Business Partners and people leaders on handling ER issues, conflict resolution, terminations, performance management and workplace accommodations.
• Create, design and deliver training sessions, materials and tools for HR and leaders to strengthen ER capabilities and governance awareness across the organization

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Employment Law, Industrial Relations, or a related field
• Minimum 5-7 years of progressive HR experience, with a strong focus on employee relations (ER) and HR governance.
• Demonstrated experience managing complex ER cases in Canada and the U.S. is required; global experience is an asset.
• Deep knowledge and experience with Canadian and U.S. employment legislation
• Strong expertise in workplace investigations, policy development and risk management
• Ability to coach, influence, and build trust with stakeholders at all levels
• Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Demonstrated discretion, professionalism, and judgment
• Comfort working in a fast-paced, matrixed, global environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Education : Master’s or CHRP / CHRL designation preferred

Location

Toronto

What’s in it for You

• A culture of innovation, empowerment, decision-making, and accountability
• Comprehensive health and welfare benefits that serve the needs of you and your family and foster a culture of wellness (for qualified roles)
• Additional benefits and amenities, including paid time-off programs (vacation, sick leave, and holidays) (for qualified roles)

Salary information: The hiring base salary range for this position is $99,200 - $120,000 annually. Actual compensation within this range will be dependent upon the individual’s knowledge, skills, experience, equity with other team members, and alignment with market data. Please note that the disclosed salary range is solely for candidates hired to perform work within this geographic location. Candidates hired to work in other locations will be subject to the pay range associated with that location.

Applicants will be required to undergo a background check only if and after a conditional offer of employment has been extended.

Element Fleet Management and its wholly owned subsidiaries are an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. We are pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability, national origin, Aboriginal / Native American status, protected veterans’ status or any other legally-protected factors. Disability-related accommodations during the application and interview process are available upon request. Should you require an accommodation with our hiring process please send an email to [e-mail] or call [phone].

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