Senior Consultant, HR (Casual/Contractor)

RGIT Australia; Calgary; Hybrid; CAD 83,000 - 90,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health spending account

Learning & development budget

Bonus eligibility

Job summary

Amanda & Amber Business Consulting in Canada is seeking a Senior HR Consultant for a casual/contractor role. The position is primarily remote with occasional in-person meetings; Calgary-based applicants are prioritized due to client meetings. Responsibilities include executive advisory, HR project leadership, and business development, with strong expectations for leadership and cross-client delivery.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of progressive HR experience with strategic leadership across workforce planning, organizational development, talent management, and change management.
• Director level or equivalent with business and financial acumen.
• Proven ability to advise owners, executives, and boards on complex people challenges.

Responsibilities

• Act as fractional HR Director or executive HR partner for multiple clients.
• Provide guidance on organizational design, workforce planning, succession, and culture initiatives.
• Lead complex HR projects from strategy to implementation and ensure client service quality.
• Mentor and coach junior consultants; manage multiple client priorities.

Skills

HR Leadership

Strategic Planning

Change Management

Organizational Development

Executive Advisory

Education

CPHR designation or equivalent HR credentials

Tools

Teams

SharePoint

Job description

Senior Consultant, HR (Casual/Contractor)

Casual Temporary Director

Description

About Us

Amanda & Amber Business Consulting is a boutique Human Resources firm supporting small and medium-sized organizations across Canada. We are a women-founded team with a strong emphasis on work-life harmony, community involvement, and client-centered engagement.

We are looking for a casual/part-time Senior HR Consultant to join our growing team. This role is primarily remote, with some in-person meetings or projects. Calgary-based applicants will be given priority due to occasional client meetings and events.

The Role

Client Strategy & Executive Advisory

Serve as the senior strategic HR advisor for multiple clients, building trusted relationships with business owners, executives, and boards.

• Act as a fractional HR Director or executive HR partner, aligning people strategies with business objectives.
• Provide strategic guidance on organizational design, workforce planning, succession planning, talent strategy, culture, leadership development, and change management.
• Coach senior leaders through complex people decisions while balancing business needs, legal considerations, and employee experience.
• Help clients establish meaningful HR metrics and KPIs, demonstrating the value and impact of HR initiatives.

Project Leadership & Strategic Delivery

Lead the planning and execution of complex HR projects, including organizational transformations, restructures, strategic planning sessions, culture initiatives, and change management programs.

Oversee project delivery from strategy through implementation while ensuring exceptional client service.

Review and provide quality assurance on key client deliverables to maintain the firm's high standards.

Manage multiple client priorities while maintaining clear communication and strong project management practices.

Mentor, coach, and support junior and intermediate consultants in their professional development.

Delegate work effectively, ensuring projects are appropriately resourced and completed to a high standard.

Provide guidance on complex HR matters and support consultants in navigating challenging client situations.

Foster collaboration, knowledge sharing, and continuous learning across the consulting team.

Business Development & Practice Growth

Strengthen existing client relationships by proactively identifying opportunities to expand services.

Prepare proposals, scope new projects, and secure client approval for additional work.

Collaborate with leadership to identify and pursue new business opportunities.

Contribute to the ongoing development of consulting tools, templates, and service offerings that support firm growth.

General

While most work is performed remotely, occasional in-person meetings or projects may be required.

Maintain a white-glove, responsive, and professional approach in all client interactions.

Represent Amanda & Amber Business Consulting with professionalism, integrity, and a strategic mindset.

Our Ideal Candidate

Must-Haves

15+ years of progressive HR experience, including significant strategic leadership experience across workforce planning, organizational development, talent management, change management, and employee relations.

Previous experience operating at the Director level or equivalent, with demonstrated business and financial acumen.

Proven ability to advise business owners, executives, and boards on complex people and organizational challenges.

Experience leading strategic HR initiatives and managing multiple client relationships simultaneously.

Strong leadership skills with experience mentoring, coaching, or leading HR professionals or consultants.

Exceptional communication, influencing, and relationship-building skills, with the ability to simplify complex issues and build credibility quickly.

Excellent project management and organizational skills with the ability to balance competing priorities.

Tech-savvy and comfortable working in a primarily remote environment (Teams, SharePoint, and other collaborative tools).

Availability for at least 15 hours per week, with at least 75% of hours overlapping with our core business hours: Monday–Thursday: 8:30 am – 4:30 pm MT Friday: 8:30 am – 12:30 pm MT

Nice-to-Haves

CPHR designation or equivalent HR credentials.

Experience supporting unionized environments or leading workplace investigations.

Previous consulting or fractional HR leadership experience.

Strong business development experience, including proposal writing and account growth.

Experience facilitating executive workshops, strategic planning sessions, or organizational change initiatives.

Why Work with Us

True Flexibility: Outside of scheduled meetings, you work when and how it works for you. Life happens—we're here for it.

Growth Potential: We're growing fast, and there's room for you to shape your path as we scale.

Impact & Purpose: We're serious about giving back. A portion of our revenue supports local communities, and we seek projects that make a difference.

Bonus Eligibility: All roles are eligible for bonuses based on contribution and performance.

Wellness & Learning: Health spending accounts for those working 20+ hours per week, and access to a learning & development budget for all regular staff.

Pay Range: $60–$65 per hour, depending on experience.