HR Consultant - Employee Relations & Workforce Support

Lerners LLP•Toronto, ON

6d•CA$93,670 - CA$110,900•Hybrid

About The Position

Lerners LLP is seeking an experienced HR Consultant - Employee Relations & Workforce Support to play a key role in shaping a fair, consistent, and high-performing workplace. This is a high-impact role where you will serve as the firm’s go-to expert on employee relations and workforce support matters, helping leaders navigate complex situations with confidence while ensuring employees feel supported and respected. As a trusted advisor and operational expert, you will lead employee relations and workforce support, support accommodations, attendance & leaves, enable strong performance management, and drive consistency & operational excellence.

Requirements

Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field
Solid understanding of Ontario employment-related legislation (e.g., ESA, Human Rights Code, OHSA, AODA, PIPEDA)
Significant experience managing employee relations matters, workplace accommodations, attendance management, and leaves
Demonstrated experience advising leaders on complex workforce issues and conflict management
Proven ability to advise on performance management processes
Excellent judgment and decision-making in complex, sensitive situations
Effective communication and influencing skills
High emotional intelligence, resilience, and professionalism
Ability to manage competing priorities and maintain confidentiality
Exceptional documentation, organization, and case management discipline
Ability to travel between office locations on an occasional basis

Nice To Haves

CHRP designation preferred (CHRL considered an asset)
Experience working within a professional services environment, legal sector, or similarly complex organization is an asset

Responsibilities

Provide expert guidance to leaders (lawyers and managers) on complex employee relations matters, including conflict resolution and workplace concerns
Conduct workplace assessments and support fair, consistent case outcomes
Assess risk and recommend solutions that balance business needs with employee experience
Manage workplace accommodation processes in alignment with legal requirements
Oversee attendance management and leave coordination
Support return-to-work planning and successful reintegration
Advise leaders on performance management practices and documentation
Support the implementation of performance improvement plans
Contribute to firm-wide performance management initiatives
Ensure accurate, high-quality documentation and case management
Identify opportunities to improve workflows, reduce risk, and enhance service delivery
Build leader capability in managing workforce issues effectively
Provide responsive, practical support in a fast-paced and dynamic environment