Senior Employee & Labour Relations Specialist

Federated Co-operatives Limited; Regina; Hybrid; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Federated Co-operatives Limited is seeking a Senior Employee & Labour Relations Specialist to join their team in Regina. This hybrid role involves navigating complex labour relations issues, advising leaders, and managing grievance processes. Ideal candidates will have extensive HR experience in a unionized setting and a strong educational background in business or commerce. The company offers competitive salary and benefits, emphasizing a culture of community and sustainable growth.

Benefits

Competitive salary and incentives

Comprehensive benefits

Employer-contributed pension plan

Opportunities for learning and development

Qualifications

• 6-9+ years of relevant HR experience in a unionized environment.
• Education may be considered in combination with experience.
• Familiarity with employee relations and grievance/arbitration processes.

Responsibilities

• Advise team leaders on employee absenteeism and performance improvement plans.
• Manage complex case files and grievance processes.
• Lead workplace investigations and support collective bargaining efforts.

Skills

Employee relations

Collective bargaining

Grievance processes

Problem-solving

Relationship building

Education

Bachelor of Commerce or Business Administration

Job description

Federated Co-operatives Limited (FCL) is hiring a Senior Employee & Labour Relations Specialist on a permanent basis.

This is a dynamic, expert-level labour relations role where no two days are the same - you’ll navigate complex CBA interpretations, performance issues, and workplace investigations while partnering closely with leaders across diverse environments. If you thrive on relationship building, problem-solving, and having candid conversations with the goal of creating positive outcomes, we encourage you to apply!

This position is a hybrid opportunity open to candidates located in (or willing to travel regularly to) Regina, SK.

What you’ll do:

• Lend expertise to the formation of HR strategies related to employee engagement, change management, and inclusive workplace practices.
• Advise team leaders on topics such as return to work plans, employee absenteeism, and Performance Improvement Plans (PIP).
• Manage complex case files and grievance processes by researching case law, collaborating with legal counsel, and coaching leaders on resolution plans.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with union representatives to support effective business operations.
• Lead workplace investigations and support collective bargaining efforts by preparing research, developing continuity plans, and coaching on employee issues.

Who you’ll work with:

You'll be part of a team of 10 on the Employee & Labour Relations team, reporting to a manager with a coaching-focused leadership style. You will support stakeholders within the Co-operative Retailing System (CRS), primarily focusing on the Co-op Refinery Complex, and collaborate with professionals across CRS, including health & safety, legal, and local Co-ops.

Why it matters:

We help local Co-ops grow and thrive by offering services such as marketing, research, IT, human resources, accounting, risk management, and business development.

Who you are:

You are seeking a career in Human Resources & Training and:

• Have 6-9+ years of relevant HR experience in a unionized environment, focusing on labour relations (a combination of education and experience may be considered).
• Hold a bachelor of commerce or business administration, preferably with a major in human resources.
• Are familiar with employee relations, collective bargaining, and grievance/arbitration processes.

What we offer:

• Competitive salary, incentives, comprehensive benefits, and an employer-contributed pension plan.
• Opportunities for learning and development.
• A unique co-operative culture focused on community and sustainable growth. Learn more at www.fcl.crs.

We are committed to providing accommodations during the recruitment process. Please contact us at [e-mail] if needed. All information will be kept confidential.

If interested, please apply by May 28, 2025.

Only candidates selected for further steps will be contacted. FCLUP

This position may require a criminal record check in accordance with FCL policies.

FCL values diversity and inclusion, aiming to create a workforce that reflects the communities we serve and an environment where everyone can bring their whole selves to work.