Human Resources Consultant

Ontario University Athletics; Guelph; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution is seeking an HR Consultant to support a diverse portfolio of clients across various units. This role involves providing consultancy in HR areas like recruitment, labor relations, and performance management. Candidates should have substantial HR experience and a degree in a related field. The institution values diversity and encourages applications from underrepresented groups.

Benefits

Comprehensive health care benefits

Generous vacation allocation

Wellness programming

Professional development opportunities

Discounts on food and apparel

Qualifications

• Five plus years of progressive generalist experience in Human Resources or equivalent.
• Experience in a multi-union environment.
• Knowledge of employment legislation and best practices.

Responsibilities

• Provide consultancy services in all areas of human resources.
• Develop and maintain professional working relationships.
• Identify and facilitate resolution of specific HR issues.

Skills

Human Resources experience

Interpersonal skills

Problem solving

Communication skills

Conflict resolution

Education

Post-secondary degree in related field

CHRP or CHRL designation

Job description

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Primary Category Page: Staff and Management

Division: Human Resources

Requisition ID: 1972

Department:Staff Relations
This position is represented by the agreement between the Professional Staff Association and the University of Guelph

If you are a current employee of the University of Guelph you must apply on the internal Career Page in order to be considered as an internal applicant. Career Opportunities (sapsf.com)

Duties and Responsibilities

A great opportunity to expand your Human Resources generalist experience and skills by supporting a diverse portfolio of clients comprised of research, academic and operational units and multiple employee groups (unionized/non-union). Working among a collaborative team of Consultants and reporting to the Manager, Staff Relations. The role of HR Consultant is responsible for: providing consultancy services to management and staff in all areas of human resources including labour relations, recruitment and outreach, learning and development, human rights accommodations, workplace investigations, and performance management.

The Consultant identifies and facilitates the resolution of specific HR issues to provide a value-added service; develops and maintains professional working relationships with both internal and external clients, including various employee groups and bargaining units to ensure the provision of a quality and cost-effective service; identifies and recommends changes to current systems and procedures to ensure high standards.

Requirements

Requirements for this position include:

• A post-secondary degree in a related field and five plus years of progressive generalist experience in Human Resources or an equivalent combination of education and experience;
• Demonstrated experience working in a multi-union environment, preferably in the public or broader public sector;
• Extensive knowledge of employment legislation and current employment best practices;
• Experience working on or conducting complex workplace investigations;
• Experience working in a consultative model of providing human resource services and the ability to produce quality results;
• Strong oral and written communication and facilitation skills;
• Excellent customer relationship skills along with a demonstrated ability to influence;
• Problem solving and conflict resolutions abilities;
• Team player and a self-starter with ability to work independently;
• Change management skills or training is desirable;
• The completion of or working towards a CHRP or CHRL designation would be considered an asset.

Why choose the University of Guelph

• Comprehensive Extended Health Care Benefits:Immediate enrollment in extended health tocover yourself and your family.
• Time off: Strong vacation allocation, floater days, and paid time off during the December closure to ensure you are at your best.
• Wellness: In addition to extensive wellness programming, the University offers a yearly flexible spending credit that can be allocated to any of the following: Health Spending, Wellness or Professional Development.
• Learning & Development:Learning and development curriculum and other professional growth opportunities.
• On-campus Activities: Discounts on food and apparel, fitness programming, access to networking events and team building opportunities.
• Improve Life:Work that directly impacts a brighter future by turning knowledge into action.

*Tentative evaluation; subject to committee review.

At the University of Guelph, fostering a culture of inclusion is an institutional imperative. The University invites and encourages applications from all qualified individuals, including from groups that are traditionally underrepresented in employment, who may contribute to further diversification of our Institution.

Posting Date: 11/18/2025
Closing Date: 12/02/2025