HR Business Analyst

NorthON | ONnord; Northeastern Ontario; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A public service organization in Ontario seeks an HR professional to support strategic initiatives and workforce planning. You'll collaborate on key projects, interpret HR policies, and contribute to effective communication across divisions. Ideal candidates have strong HR knowledge and project management skills. This role offers an impactful contribution to Ontario's public service and the chance to engage in meaningful work.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of HR practices, policies, and relevant legislation.
• Ability to write clearly and present effectively.
• Ability to research and assess HR and business issues.

Responsibilities

• Support strategic HR and labour relations work.
• Contribute to workforce planning using data and insights.
• Help develop and deliver clear messaging for HR initiatives.
• Provide support on larger, complex projects.

Skills

Human Resources Knowledge

Communication Skills

Analytical Skills

Project Management Skills

Technical Skills

Tools

Software Applications

Job description

Make Your Mark in HR – Meaningful Work, Real Impact

Step into a role where HR expertise helps shape the future of Ontario's public service. As part of the Human Resources Business Branch, supporting the Ministry of Northern Economic Development and Growth, the Ministry of Mines, and the Ministry of Indigenous Affairs, this opportunity offers variety, challenge, and the chance to contribute to high-impact initiatives. If you're ready to apply your skills in a collaborative, fast-paced environment, this role is for you.

About the job

Join a collaborative HR team where your work will support meaningful initiatives and help shape workforce strategies across the ministry.

• Support Strategic HR and Labour Relations Work: Contribute to a variety of sensitive files by interpreting policies, analyzing information, and helping ensure alignment with organizational goals.
• Contribute to Workforce Planning: Use data and insights to assess workforce needs and workplace trends, helping inform planning decisions and human capital strategies.
• Coordinate Ministry-Wide Rollouts: Help develop and deliver clear messaging for HR plans and initiatives, ensuring strong communication and coordination across divisions and HR teams.
• Collaborate on Projects and Initiatives: Provide support to senior colleagues on larger, more complex projects. You'll participate in working groups, contribute to project teams, and take ownership of individual files.

Info Session Available!

Want to learn more before applying? Join our upcoming info session to meet the team and hear about the role. October 8th, 12:00 - 12:45

What you bring to the team

• Human Resources Knowledge: Knowledge of HR practices, policies, and relevant legislation to support strategic advice and program delivery
• Communication and Relationship Management Skills: Ability to write clearly and present effectively to diverse audiences
• Analytical, Organizational and Project Management Skills: Analytical ability to research and assess HR and business issues, and develop evidence-based recommendations
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in using software applications to research, analyze, and prepare reports that support decision-making

Additional information

Address:

• 1 English Permanent, 933 Ramsey Lake Rd, Sudbury, North Region

Compensation Group: Management Compensation Plan

Schedule: 6

Category: Human Resources

Posted on: Wednesday, October 1, 2025

Note:

• This competition may be used to create an eligibility list to fill upcoming opportunities.
• The information that you provide for the purpose of this competition and the results from this competition may be used to fill other positions. These positions may be of various tenures including short-term assignments. Your information and the results from this competition will be retained for the purpose of filling vacancies in accordance with the applicable collective agreement or policy provisions.
• E-ND-234018/25(2)

How to apply:

Please apply online, only, at www.ontario.ca/careers, quoting Job ID 234018, by Thursday, October 16, 2025. Please follow the instructions to submit your application.

If you require accommodation in order to participate in the recruitment process, please contact us at www.gojobs.gov.on.ca/ContactUs.aspx to provide your contact information. The Ontario Public Service is an inclusive employer. Accommodation will be provided in accordance with Ontario's Human Rights Code.