Senior Labour Relations Consultant - Strategic Leader & Labour Relations

Southlake Health Community • Newmarket, ON

2d • CA$58 - CA$68 • Hybrid

About The Position

Reporting to the Manager, Employee & Labour Relations, the Senior Labour Relations Consultant is a dynamic strategic leader who drives proactive, high impact labour and employee relations across the organization. You will shape labour-management partnerships, lead complex conflict resolution, and deliver bargaining and grievance strategies that protect the organization’s interests while strengthening a positive, inclusive workplace culture.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s in HR, Labour/Industrial Relations, Business Administration or equivalent (Master’s in Industrial Relations an asset).
• 5–7+ years progressive labour relations experience—healthcare or public sector experience strongly preferred.
• Proven track record managing grievances, mediations, arbitrations and collective bargaining with strong case-research and legal/jurisprudence acumen.
• Deep knowledge of labour and employment statutes (Labour Relations Act, Employment Standards, Human Rights Code, OHSA) and collective agreement administration.
• Exceptional negotiation, mediation and conflict-resolution skills with demonstrated ability to influence at all organizational levels.
• Strong coaching, facilitation, planning and analytical capabilities; comfortable managing competing priorities.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel).
• Regular and reliable attendance is an expected requirement of this position.
• Must be able to perform all necessary bona fide duties for the position, as outlined in the position guide.
• Must review and be capable of performing duties as outlined in the Job Demands Analysis for the position as a condition of offer.
• Proven ability to attend work regularly as per the Attendance Support Policy.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s in Industrial Relations an asset.

Responsibilities

• Own end-to-end grievance and arbitration management for ONA, OPSEU, and SEIU bargaining units — from Step 2 escalation to mediation, arbitration and negotiated settlements.
• Lead investigations, prepare robust case positions, and represent the organization in mediations and arbitrations (in collaboration with external counsel) within delegated authority.
• Partner with HRBPs, operational leaders and Occupational Health to resolve workplace, attendance, accommodation and return-to-work issues before they escalate.
• Co-create and co-chair collective bargaining strategies and Labour‑Management Committee forums that advance sustainable agreements and constructive union relationships.
• Advise senior leaders on collective agreement interpretation, organizational policy, and employment legislation; translate risk into clear, executable mitigation strategies.
• Monitor labour relations trends and sector negotiations, turning intelligence into proactive recommendations that align with organizational strategy.
• Build and sustain collaborative, high‑trust relationships with union representatives, managers, legal counsel and other stakeholders to ensure consistent, principled application of labour relations practices.

Benefits

• Progressive health and dental benefit plans.
• HOOPP pension plan with employer and employee premium sharing.
• Enhanced wellness initiatives, including virtual fitness classes and on-site gym memberships.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior