Labour Relations Specialist, Labour Relations Temporary Full-Time (1.0) (until December, 2026) [...]

Job Description

Compensation Pay Range : $46.54-$54.74

Job Title

Labour Relations Specialist

Overview

CHEO is a global leader in pediatric health, serving over 500,000 children across Eastern Ontario, Western Quebec, Nunavut and Northern Ontario. As a hybrid‑remote position, you will work from home most days while attending on‑site training and occasional meetings. The role enhances a positive work environment by providing expert HR guidance and training to supervisors and managers.

Responsibilities

• Provide advice, guidance and direction on the administration and interpretation of collective agreements and policies.


• Participate in the development, review and update of labour‑relations strategies, policies and programs.


• Represent and support management in internal and external grievance proceedings, including mediations, arbitrations, Human Rights Tribunal and Labour Board processes.


• Work with legal counsel, HR and business units to prepare and finalize arbitration briefs.


• Chair and participate in joint meetings with union partners and management.


• Maintain knowledge of employment legislation and perform related activities.


• Prepare and deliver labour‑relations training materials to internal clients.

Qualifications

• University degree in Business with a major in Human Resources, Labour Relations or Law (Essential).


• Five (5) years of experience in a labour‑relations team or law firm (Essential).


• Experience conducting investigations and documenting findings for legal scrutiny (Essential).


• In‑depth knowledge of collective agreements and employment conditions (Essential).


• Ability to interpret and implement organisational policies and procedures (Essential).


• Discretion, confidentiality and professional sensitivity (Essential).


• Excellent communication skills at all organisational levels (Essential).


• Strong problem‑identification and skills, basic research and data analysis (Essential).


• Self‑motivated, independent and team‑oriented (Essential).


• Excellent time‑management and project‑management skills (Essential).


• Computer literacy with MS Office (Essential).


• Professional designation CHRP/CHRL (Preferred).


• Experience in a multicultural environment (Preferred).


• Previous hospital experience (Preferred).


• Bilingualism (English/French) (Preferred).

EEO Statement

CHEO values diversity and is an equal‑opportunity employer. We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier‑free work environment. All applicants must be fully vaccinated against COVID‑19, unless a medical contraindication is confirmed. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds and support accommodations during the recruitment process.

Employment Type

Full‑Time, Hybrid – Remote (Hybrid remote model). Vacancy: 1.