HR Ops Consultant & Strategic People Partner

McMaster University; Hamilton; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

McMaster University is seeking an HR Operations Consultant to work within Human Resources Services. This role partners with CoEs and embedded HR teams to deliver broad HR services across 16 employee groups, guiding policies, onboarding, compensation changes, and performance management.

The consultant supports recruitment, immigration compliance, leaves, and pension options, ensuring a seamless client experience.

Qualifications

• University degree in Human Resources or related field, or equivalent experience.
• CHRP designation strongly preferred.
• 4–5 years of HRBP/HR generalist experience, ideally in a large, unionized environment; academic setting is a plus.
• Broad knowledge of HR policies, practices, processes, and employment legislation.
• Ability to build client relationships and manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Provide consultative support on HR policies, programs, and processes for assigned client groups, including recruitment, compensation, onboarding, benefits, and performance management.
• Partner with hiring managers, CoEs, and embedded HR teams to support recruitment and ensure compliance with regulations and agreements.
• Support Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion processes and practices.
• Advise employees and managers on leaves and administer related benefits and pension options.
• Provide operational consultation during collective agreement negotiations, policy updates, and program launches.
• Act as change champion for new HR initiatives and system enhancements while supporting client groups through change.
• Collaborate with administrators and HR teams to identify core HR process gaps and contribute to continuous improvement.

Skills

HR policy knowledge

CHRP designation

HRBP experience

HRIS/Payroll systems

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

University degree in Human Resources or related field

Tools

HRIS/Payroll systems

Job description

McMaster University is seeking an HR Operations Consultant to work within Human Resources Services. This role partners with CoEs and embedded HR teams to deliver broad HR services across 16 employee groups, guiding policies, onboarding, compensation changes, and performance management.

The consultant supports recruitment, immigration compliance, leaves, and pension options, ensuring a seamless client experience.