Human Resources Business Partner

Alberta Energy Regulator (AER); Calgary; On-site; CAD 98,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work options

Defined benefit pension plan

Flexible benefits

Wellness programs

Job summary

The Alberta Energy Regulator (AER) is seeking a Human Resources Business Partner to partner with leaders on employee relations, workforce planning, talent development, and organizational design, helping to build capability and drive business outcomes.

This role focuses on change management, strategic advisory, and collaboration with People, Culture & Learning teams to translate business needs into people strategies, while upholding AER's commitment to integrity, safety, and inclusive workplaces.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.
• 5+ years of HR experience, including HR Business Partner or senior advisory roles.
• Broad expertise across employee relations, talent management, workforce planning, organizational development, change management, compensation, and talent acquisition.
• Strong knowledge of employment standards and HR best practices.
• Ability to influence and build relationships with leaders at all levels.
• Strategic advisory mindset to develop leader capability and organizational effectiveness.

Responsibilities

• Partner with leaders to provide strategic advice on employee relations, workforce planning, talent development, organizational design, and HR programs.
• Support organizational change initiatives with change management expertise and practical solutions.
• Collaborate on talent management strategies for attraction, retention, succession planning, and engagement.
• Identify trends and insights with colleagues to address workforce needs and improve effectiveness.
• Translate business needs into people-focused strategies and connect priorities to business outcomes.
• Build relationships with stakeholders from individual contributors to senior leaders.
• Support enterprise programs, policies, and initiatives driving organizational success.
• Resolve sensitive employee matters with professionalism and sound judgment.

Skills

HR advisory

Employee relations

Workforce planning

Organizational development

Change management

Talent development

Leadership coaching

Compensation and benefits

Talent acquisition

Strategic advisory

Education

Bachelor’s degree in HR/Business

CPHR / Prosci / Coaching certs are assets

Job description

Location: Calgary, Alberta

Employment Type: Full Time – Permanent

Salary Range: SP3, Level 5, $98,090- $115,400 per year. The final compensation for this position will be determined based on individual factors, including education, qualifications, experience, and internal equity.

Human Resources Business Partner

The Opportunity

Are you passionate about helping leaders navigate complex people challenges and creating workplaces where employees can thrive? As a Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) at the Alberta Energy Regulator (AER), you'll be a trusted advisor who partners with leaders to shape workforce strategies, strengthen organizational culture, and support meaningful business outcomes. At the AER, HRBPs play a key role in strengthening leadership capability by helping leaders make confident, informed people decisions, anticipate workforce risks, and create the conditions for high-performing teams. From leadership advisory and employee relations to organizational change and workforce planning, you'll play a key role in delivering people-focused solutions that make a real impact.

What your day-to-day will look like:

• Partner with leaders to provide strategic advice, coaching, and guidance on employee relations, workforce planning, talent development, organizational design, and HR programs, while building leader capability to make confident, informed people decisions.
• Support leaders through organizational change initiatives by providing change management expertise and practical solutions that drive successful adoption and positive employee experiences.
• Collaborate with leaders and PC&L colleagues to support the development and implementation of talent management strategies that support attraction, retention, succession planning, employee engagement, and career development.
• Work closely with Organizational Effectiveness & Learning Advisors to identify trends, share business insights, and develop solutions that address workforce needs and enhance organizational effectiveness. Use workforce and business insights to help leaders anticipate risks, identify opportunities, and take practical action.
• Translate business needs into people-focused strategies by acting as a conduit between client groups and the broader People, Culture & Learning team and helping leaders connect people priorities to business outcomes.
• Build trusted relationships with stakeholders at all levels of the organization, from individual contributors to senior leaders.
• Support leaders in the implementation of enterprise programs, policies, and initiatives that drive organizational success.
• Resolve sensitive and complex employee matters with professionalism, sound judgment, and a commitment to positive outcomes.

What we’re looking for in you:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field; professional designations such as CPHR, Prosci, and/or a Coaching Certification are considered assets.
• 5+ years of progressive HR experience, including experience in a HR Business Partner or senior advisory capacity.
• Broad expertise across key HR disciplines, including employee relations, talent management, workforce planning, organizational development, change management, compensation, and talent acquisition.
• Strong knowledge of employment standards, human rights legislation, and HR best practices, with the ability to provide sound guidance on complex people matters.
• Demonstrated ability to influence, coach, and build trusted relationships with leaders and stakeholders at all levels of an organization.
• A strategic advisory mindset, with the ability to move beyond issue resolution to build leader capability, influence business decisions, and support long-term organizational effectiveness.
• Exceptional critical-thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making skills, with the ability to navigate ambiguity and deliver practical, people-focused solutions.
• Excellent communication, facilitation, and relationship management skills, coupled with high emotional intelligence, integrity, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Additional Information:

• All applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada at the time of application.
• Should an individual with the required qualifications not be available, applicants with closely related qualifications may be considered. As a result, the position may be redesigned and/or reclassified.
• If you need accommodation during any stage of the recruitment process, please email [e-mail]. Information relating to the need for an accommodation and accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially.

What we offer you:

• Opportunity to make a difference and be part of a performance driven team that is responsible for the efficient, safe, orderly, and environmentally responsible development of Alberta’s energy and mineral resources.
• The ability to leverage your expertise and critical thinking skills to contribute in wide-ranging,challenging, and complex work.
• Robust totalreward packages including; a competitive compensation program, defined benefit pension plan(s), flexible benefits, and wellness programs.
• Flexible work options and hours, aligned with organizational policies.

More information about working at the AER’s including our comprehensive Total Rewards package can be found in the careers section of our website.

Our Commitment to Diversity:

At the AER, our values of Accountability, Collaboration, Transparency, and Trust & Respect are foundational to our culture – a culture where every individual, regardless of race, colour, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, or any other legally protected factors, thrives and contributes their unique perspectives.

Our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion fuels innovation, creating a brighter, more sustainable Alberta for all. Join us in shaping this dynamic future.

Application closing date: October 4, 2026, at midnight