HR Business Partner

City Of Edmonton; Edmonton; Hybrid; CAD 93,000 - 116,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Earned Day Off (EDO) program

Benefits package

Job summary

City of Edmonton is seeking an HR Business Partner to deliver strategic HR advisory services in a multi-union environment. You will support senior leadership with workforce strategies, analytics, and labour relations guidance.

Join a role that collaborates with Legal Services, Abilities Management Consultants, and operational leaders to address complex HR issues, investigations, and organizational development initiatives. Hybrid work and earned day off options enhance work-life balance.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary degree or diploma in HRM, IR, Labour Relations, Business, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of diversified HR experience supporting senior leaders in a complex org.
• Experience interpreting multi-union collective agreements and advising on labour relations.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic HR consultation to align HR strategies with business goals.
• Interpret collective agreements and advise on labour relations, including grievances.
• Lead performance management, investigations, and complex issue resolution.
• Collaborate with managers on accommodations, absence management, and development initiatives.
• Develop HR analytics and reporting to support leadership decisions.

Skills

HR advisory

Labour relations

Stakeholder management

Conflict resolution

Data reporting

Education

Post-secondary degree/diploma in HR/IR/Business

Job description

Job Number: 55853Are you a highly skilled HR professional ready to make a significant impact? The City is seeking an HR Business Partner to provide expert, client-focused HR services in a complex, multi-union environment. If you thrive on collaborating with leaders on workforce strategies, interpreting collective agreements while providing expert labour relations advice, and fostering a positive employee experience, we want to hear from you! As an HR Business Partner, you'll be a vital partner, delivering strategic HR advice and support to senior leadership and people leaders. You'll lead with a service mindset, fostering collaborative relationships to align HR strategies with business goals.What will you do?Provide strategic consultation and HR advice to clients to align HR strategies with business goalsGather, analyze, interpret and present HR analytics to support leadership in developing solutions and enable decision-makingProvide expert HR consultation and advice on labour relations, applying relevant legislation (Labour Relations Code, Employment Standards Code, Alberta Human Rights Act) and collective agreements, including dispute resolution and grievance managementSupport leaders in performance management, complex issue resolution, and conducting investigations related to workplace conduct and policy breachesCollaborate with Abilities Management Consultants and operational leaders on employee accommodations and absence management programManage grievance disputes to conclusion, including representing the City's interests in the application of dispute resolution techniques to resolve disputes between management and employees/unions; Support Legal Services during arbitration, litigation, and Human Rights ComplaintsSupport the development and stewardship of team effectiveness models and toolsSupport with implementing organizational development programs and initiatives, including project coordination and facilitationSupport corporate HR programs and projects, including research, analysis, and documentationDevelop presentations and reporting for department and branch leadership teamsLead and participate in working groups to support corporate-level projects and initiativesOther related duties as requiredQualifications:Completion of a post-secondary education program (Degree or Diploma) in Human Resources Management, Industrial Relations, Labour Relations, Business, or a related field5 years of diversified and progressive human resources experience, including experience supporting senior leaders in a complex organization, interpreting and applying multi-union collective bargaining agreements and providing labour relations advice to a diverse range of clients in a unionized environmentExperience in supporting organizational development and change management initiativesExperience in supporting leaders with workforce strategies, HR analytics, and data reportingSkills required for success:Proven ability to represent employer interests in contentious matters, especially in multi-site, multi-union environmentsDemonstrated skill in building and maintaining strong, collaborative relationships with diverse stakeholdersExpertise in providing strategic HR advice and managing sensitive issues, with extensive knowledge of relevant labor laws and collective agreementsAbility to assist legal services and client areas to prepare for, and resolve grievances, including appearing as a witness or acting as a labour relations advisor at arbitration hearingsStrong interpersonal, communication, conflict resolution, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to effectively handle complex situationsAbility to consistently and independently travel to all City of Edmonton work locationsAlignment to our Cultural Commitments and Leadership Competencies (https://bit.ly/4brRrXm)Embracing a culture of equity, diversity, reconciliation and inclusion (https://bit.ly/3hd2d95)Applicants may be testedConditions of employment & Work environment:Note: This position may be eligible for a hybrid work arrangement with the flexibility to work from both home and the worksiteThis position is eligible for the EDO program (Earned Day Off)Valid Alberta Class 5 driver's licence (or provincial equivalent); candidates must arrange their own vehicle and business auto insurance to be reimbursed for mileage according to City of Edmonton policyThe City of Edmonton values applicants with a diverse range of skills, experiences and competencies, and encourages you to apply. We strive to provide reasonable access and accommodations throughout the recruitment process. To request an accommodation, please contact [e-mail]. Learn more about our benefits https://bit.ly/COEbenefits.Up to 1 Permanent Full-Time positionTalent sourced through this process may be considered for similar opportunities within the City of EdmontonHours of work: 36.9 hours per week, Monday - FridaySalary: $92,947 - $116,184 (Annually)Recruitment Consultant: SL/SBEdmonton rests in the heart of Treaty Six territory in Alberta and the homelands of the Metis NationClassification Title: PT2 - Human ResourcesPosting Date: Aug 13, 2026Closing Date: Aug 27, 2026 11:59:00 PM (MDT)Number of Openings (up to): 1 - Permanent Full-timeUnion : ManagementDepartment: HR Client ServicesWork Location(s): Century Place, 9th Floor, 9803 - 102A Avenue Edmonton T5J 3A3