Manager, Employee Relations

Co-operators; Guelph; Hybrid; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Canadian financial services co-operative is seeking a Manager of Employee Relations to lead HR functions, ensuring integrity and professionalism in workplace practices. The ideal candidate has 5-7 years of HR experience, relevant certifications, and a strong focus on employee development and engagement. This role offers competitive benefits and supports a hybrid work model.

Benefits

Training and development opportunities

Flexible work options

Paid volunteer days

Comprehensive wellness programs

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of experience in Human Resources or a related field.
• Expert knowledge in workplace investigation requirements and relevant HR legislation.
• Proficiency in English for communication and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and consultative support in employee relations functions.
• Support management development through guidance on employee relations matters.
• Foster partnerships with HR stakeholders for effective execution of HR programs.

Skills

Leadership

Conflict resolution

Coaching

Critical thinking

Team management

Communication

Education

Post-secondary degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related discipline

Certified Human Resources Professional (CHRP) or related HR designation

Job description

Company : CGL

Department : Human Resources

Employment Type : Regular Full Time

Work Model : Hybrid

Language : This role operates in English.

Additional Information : This / these role(s) is / are currently vacant.

The Opportunity :

We are a leading Canadian financial services co-operative committed to being a catalyst for a sustainable and resilient society and our team is essential to deliver on this strategy. That’s why we prioritize our people, to ensure we provide a strong culture and development opportunities which enables our team to thrive and to live our purpose. The best part is that you will work with people that care passionately about you, our clients, and our communities.

Our national Human Resources team aspires to enable a culture where our company and its employees excel. We think innovatively and strategically to solve business problems and strive for operational efficiency and simplicity in the employee experience with HR. We take a proactive approach to preparing for the future by creating agile and flexible programs to remain competitive in attracting and retaining top talent.

As the Manager of Employee Relations you will provide leadership, direction and consultative support to ensure the effective management of employee relations functions across the organization. You will support the execution and implementation of strategic Human Resources (HR) programs, tactics and strategic projects to ensure organizational and HR objectives are met. You will ensure workplace practices are maintained at the highest level of integrity and professionalism including upholding the ethics, values and brand of the organization.

How you will create impact :

Leading a team of HR professionals in providing best practices and developing strategies in response to employee relations matters as they arise.

Supporting management development through conducting debriefs, collaborating and providing guidance on complex employee relations matters including performance management, development planning, employee engagement, health and safety and conflict resolution.

Overseeing and fostering team partnerships with HR stakeholders to ensure the effective execution, integration and application of strategic HR programs, initiatives and policies across the organization.

Creating department operational plans to identify priorities and scope of activities for the team, ensuring plans align with organizational objectives, allocating resources and identifying efficiencies and continuous improvement opportunities.

Coaching and developing your team, recruiting and selecting talent, managing and rewarding performance, and fostering an agile culture to deliver on strategic objectives.

How you will succeed :

You build trusting relationships and provide feedback to enable the successful development of your team and colleagues.

You foster innovation and continuous improvement with a focus on client experience.

You facilitate the adoption of change and create a high-performance culture through alignment of your team’s work with organizational goals.

You successfully convey messages and demonstrate openness to exploring alternative points of view.

You use critical thinking to guide decision making and apply a strategic mindset to adjust business plans based on shifting priorities.

To join our team :

You have 5-7 years of experience in Human Resources or a related field.

You have a post-secondary degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Commerce or a related discipline.

You have the Certified Human Resources Professional (CHRP) or a related HR designation in addition to the following certifications : Prosci, Employment Standards, Workplace Investigations and Mental Health.

You have expert knowledge in the application of workplace investigation requirements, tools and analysis and in-depth knowledge of relevant HR legislation across multiple Canadian jurisdictions including Employment Standards and Occupational Health and Safety.

• Proficiency in English is essential to the main duties in this role, including servicing and communicating primarily with majority non-francophone clients, groups, teams. Drafting complex English documents and preparing daily reports for anglophone leaders. The essential non-French duties are not assignable to adjacent or other team members.

What you need to know :

You will travel occasionally.

You are required to have your own vehicle, valid driver’s license and insurance.

As a leader, strict confidentiality is required with respect to sensitive matters and employees’ personal information.

You will be subject to a Background check as a condition of employment, in the event you are the successful candidate.

What's in it for you?

Training and development opportunities to grow your career.

Flexible work options and paid time off to support your personal and family needs.

A holistic approach to your well-being, with physical and mental health programs and a supportive workplace culture.

Paid volunteer days to give back to your community.

In addition to our competitive salary and incentive programs, eligible employees also benefit from a comprehensive total rewards package including group retirement savings plans, pension and benefits (, health and wellness, dental, disability and life coverage), mental health support and an employee assistance program.

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