Labour Relations Manager

Advantages
• Competitive salary range of $80,000–$110,000.
• Opportunity to lead and manage a high-performing team of HR Business Partners.
• A strategic role offering the chance to influence labor relations at an organizational level.
• Comprehensive exposure to unionized environments, including collective bargaining and grievance resolution.
• Professional growth in a fast-paced and collaborative environment.

Responsibilities
• Serve as the primary contact and subject matter expert for all labor relations issues, including negotiations, grievances, and arbitrations.
• Provide expert guidance to HR Business Partners, managers, and supervisors on labor relations matters and collective agreement interpretations.
• Lead collective bargaining negotiations with union representatives and address labor-related issues effectively.
• Investigate and resolve grievances and disputes promptly, fostering a collaborative and productive workplace.
• Stay up-to-date on changes in labor laws and regulations, ensuring organizational compliance.
• Prepare detailed reports, presentations, and communications for senior management and stakeholders regarding labor relations activities.
• Support, coach, and manage the HRBP team to ensure professional development and alignment with organizational goals.

Qualifications
At least 2–3 years of proven experience in labor relations, including bargaining, grievance handling, and arbitrations.
• In-depth knowledge of Canadian labor laws, human rights, and employment legislation.
• Strong skills in negotiation, conflict resolution, and problem-solving.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for building relationships at all organizational levels.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience managing and coaching team members effectively.
• Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to handle multiple priorities.
• Proficiency in HRIS systems (experience with Dayforce is an asset) and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Valid Class 5 driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle.

Summary
The Labor Relations Manager is a pivotal role within the organization, responsible for leading labor relations initiatives, fostering positive employee relations, and ensuring compliance with labor laws and collective agreements. This position is ideal for a results-driven professional with proven expertise in labor relations who is eager to make a meaningful impact in a unionized environment. If you are a skilled negotiator with a passion for building collaborative workplace relationships, this opportunity is for you. If you feel that your qualifications directly match the needs of this role, feel free to send your resume to bob.gotengo@randstad.ca or apply directly using the link.

Randstad Canada is committed to fostering a workforce reflective of all peoples of Canada. As a result, we are committed to developing and implementing strategies to increase the equity, diversity and inclusion within the workplace by examining our internal policies, practices, and systems throughout the entire lifecycle of our workforce, including its recruitment, retention and advancement for all employees. In addition to our deep commitment to respecting human rights, we are dedicated to positive actions to affect change to ensure everyone has full participation in the workforce free from any barriers, systemic or otherwise, especially equity-seeking groups who are usually underrepresented in Canada's workforce, including those who identify as women or non-binary/gender non-conforming; Indigenous or Aboriginal Peoples; persons with disabilities (visible or invisible) and; members of visible minorities, racialized groups and the LGBTQ2+ community.

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