Human Resources Manager

Borden Ladner Gervais LLP (BLG); Calgary; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

BLG, Canada's Law Firm, is seeking a Manager of Talent Advisory in Calgary for a 14-month contract. You will lead the delivery of talent advisory services, partnering with leaders to address people priorities and strengthen organizational capability.

You will guide employee experience, workforce planning, recruitment and development, while supporting inclusion and compliance with employment laws. The role emphasizes collaboration and practical advice in a high-performing firm.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required in HR or related field.
• 5–7 years of HR advisory or HRBP experience.
• Strong knowledge of Canadian employment legislation.
• Ability to advise leaders with practical, risk-informed guidance.

Responsibilities

• Advise and coach leaders on employee relations, performance management and workplace concerns.
• Support investigations and guide through performance improvement and disciplinary processes.
• Provide guidance on compensation, titles and firm governance.
• Partner on workforce planning, recruitment and talent decisions.
• Oversee employee lifecycle matters including onboarding, promotions, transfers, leaves and departures.
• Lead talent development, succession planning and learning initiatives.
• Drive talent initiatives and use workforce data to inform decisions.
• Support diversity, equity and inclusion through training and policy guidance.

Skills

Judgement

Communication

Relationship-building

Advisory skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR / related field

Job description

We are BLG: Canada’s Law Firm. Our culture is one of vigilance and curiosity, Firm-wide collaboration, unfailing mutual respect and dedication. We pride ourselves on having standout talent and delivering an exceptional client experience.

We are a future-minded Firm delivering high-value advice and known for our unwavering commitment to innovation, diversity and inclusion, community involvement and talent development. Learn more about us at www.blg.com.

Purpose of Role

The Manager, Talent Advisory leads the delivery of talent advisory services for an assigned business area or region, partnering with leaders to address people priorities, strengthen organizational capability and support an exceptional employee experience.

This position is for a 14-month contract.

Key Responsibilities

Talent Advisory & Employee Relations

• Advise and coach leaders on employee relations, performance management, workplace concerns and other complex people matters.
• Support workplace investigations and guide leaders through performance improvement, disciplinary and resolution processes.
• Provide practical, risk-informed advice aligned with Firm policies, employment legislation and best practices.

Recruitment, Workforce Planning & Employee Lifecycle

• Partner with leaders on workforce planning, recruitment and key talent decisions.
• Oversee employee lifecycle matters, including onboarding, promotions, transfers, organizational changes, leaves, accommodations and departures.
• Provide guidance on compensation and title recommendations in alignment with established Firm practices and governance.

Talent Management & Development

• Partner with leaders on employee development, engagement, career planning and retention.
• Support talent reviews and succession planning to identify development opportunities and future talent needs.
• Coordinate learning and development initiatives that strengthen individual and leadership capability.

Talent Programs & Operations

• Lead and contribute to Talent initiatives and projects that support business and Firm priorities.
• Use workforce data and insights to inform recommendations and decision-making.
• Identify opportunities to improve Talent processes, consistency and service delivery.
• Support equity, diversity and inclusion initiatives through education, training and policy guidance.
• Support compliance with applicable employment legislation and regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Industrial Relations, Organizational Psychology or a related discipline.
• 5–7 years of progressive Human Resources experience, ideally in an advisory or HR business partnering environment.
• Strong knowledge of Canadian employment legislation and demonstrated experience advising leaders on complex employee relations and performance matters.
• Strong judgement, communication and relationship-building skills, with the ability to provide practical advice in a complex professional environment.

BLG is committed to building a diverse workplace reflective of the communities we serve and to fostering an inclusive culture where Firm members feel valued, respected and inspired to thrive as their authentic selves. We value diversity of thought and the unique skills, perspectives and experience each individual brings to BLG. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates and encourage applicants from members of groups that have been historically underrepresented, including but not limited to First Nations, Métis and Inuit Peoples, racialized individuals, persons with disabilities, people who identify as women and/or LGBTQ2S+.

We also strive to provide an accessible candidate experience. Please let us know if you need any accommodations during the recruitment process.