Employee and Labour Relations Consultant

Independent Electricity System Operator

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

The IESO is committed to ensuring Ontario’s electricity system meets the province’s needs today and into the future. We are charged with purpose, delivering reliable, affordable, and sustainable electricity for homes, businesses, and communities across the province. We are energized to grow, embracing opportunities to shape the future of a dynamic and evolving energy sector while advancing our careers. We are powered by teamwork, supported by diverse and passionate colleagues who foster respect, celebrate successes, and thrive on shared achievements. At the IESO, it’s not just what we do—it’s who we are!

Our central role includes managing the provincial power grid in real-time, overseeing and evolving Ontario’s electricity market, engaging with government, municipalities and Indigenous communities, and planning for Ontario’s future electricity needs. Our employees play a key role in driving grid innovation, protecting the system from threats, advancing the province’s energy conservation programs, and forecasting and procuring the electricity resources we’ll need in the decades to come.
This is a non-unionized position that falls within the Org Design and Client Relations Division in the Human Resources Business Unit.

The energy sector is rapidly evolving, offering exciting new opportunities for those who want to make a difference.

Are you looking for a rewarding opportunity where you will support the development and implementation of employee and labour relations strategy? In this role, you’ll provide specialized advice and training on labour relations matters, participate in collective bargaining, and support the dispute resolution process.

Requirements

• Post-secondary education in Labour or Industrial Relations, Law, Human Resources Management, or a related field
• Minimum 4–6 years of experience in labour and employee relations, with experience in the broader public sector and/or heavily unionized environments
• Strong knowledge of labour relations and employment legislation (e.g., Ontario Human Rights Code, Ontario Labour Relations Act, Employment Standards Act, Occupational Health & Safety Act)
• Ability to analyze and interpret data sets, identify trends, and present findings through reports and dashboards
• Ability to manage confidential and sensitive matters with discretion
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment, managing expectations across unionized and management groups
• Strong judgement, communication and influencing skills to provide strategic advice and achieve desired outcomes
• High level of attention to detail

Nice To Haves

• Professional certifications such as Certified Human Resources Practitioner (CHRP) designation, Certified Human Resources Leader (CHRL), or equivalent are an asset
• Project management expertise to implement employee and labour relations programs/processes and work with cross functional teams is an asset

Responsibilities

• Providing expert guidance on collective agreement administration, grievance management, performance management, discipline, and compliance with applicable employment legislation and organizational policies
• Developing and delivering training on legislative and collective bargaining updates
• Fostering productive relationships between management, employees, and stakeholders
• Participating in collective bargaining, preparation, assisting in proposal development meetings, conducting research and analysis, maintaining records, and developing strategy
• Supporting dispute resolution processes, such as mediation and arbitration
• Maintaining records of employee and labour relations matters, preparing reports, memos etc.
• Making sound and data-based insights and recommendations through tracking and analyzing trends
• Act as a trusted advisor to HR partners and leaders coaching, counseling and guiding them on people matters
• Provide interpretation of collective agreement provisions
• Support the grievance and arbitration process, from intake to resolution
• Prepare reports, guidelines and provide analyses of workplace trends
• Coordinate and attend meetings with various stakeholders in support of the dispute resolution processes
• Partner with leaders to proactively monitor and identify emerging labour relations risks, trends, and legislative changes
• Contribute to the development and continuous improvement of labour relations practices, frameworks, and training

Benefits

• Best-in-class benefits and long-term support in the form of a defined benefit pension plan.
• Work in a dynamic and evolving sector that offers exciting opportunities and the chance to explore new career paths.
• Leadership that values meaningful discussions, welcomes feedback, and prioritizes career development.
• A strong, inclusive culture and a collaborative team environment with a shared passion for impactful work.
• Compensation packages that are regularly reviewed to remain competitive and to best accommodate the diverse needs of our employees.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees