Senior HR Partner: Labor Relations & Change Management

David Aplin Recruiting; St. Albert; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm in Canada seeks an experienced HR Business Partner to guide HR practices in a unionized environment. The ideal candidate will support grievances, negotiations, and manage complex employee matters. Responsibilities include building strong relationships with union representatives, coaching managers on performance management, and participating in collective bargaining. The position requires 5+ years of HR experience, strong labour relations knowledge, and the ability to navigate a fast-paced environment. Legal entitlement to work in Canada is a prerequisite.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive HR experience, with at least 2–3 years in a unionized environment.
• Solid understanding of employment legislation and HR practices.
• Ability to manage complex employee matters with fairness and consistency.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a strategic HR partner to leaders and employees.
• Support and manage matters related to unionized employees.
• Build trust-based relationships with union partners and internal leadership.

Skills

Labour relations expertise

Strong communication skills

Relationship building

Conflict resolution

Organizational effectiveness

People Change Management

Education

HR designation (CPHR, CHRP, SHRM-CP)

Job description

A leading recruitment firm in Canada seeks an experienced HR Business Partner to guide HR practices in a unionized environment. The ideal candidate will support grievances, negotiations, and manage complex employee matters. Responsibilities include building strong relationships with union representatives, coaching managers on performance management, and participating in collective bargaining. The position requires 5+ years of HR experience, strong labour relations knowledge, and the ability to navigate a fast-paced environment. Legal entitlement to work in Canada is a prerequisite.