Team Lead, Labour Relations (Affiliates)

The Health Employers Association of BC • Vancouver, BC

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

HEABC leads and supports the strategic planning related to human resources and labour relations on behalf of British Columbia’s publicly funded health employers. HEABC is responsible for negotiating provincial agreements for 138,000 unionized health care employees including nurses, physician residents, ambulance paramedics, health science professionals, and more. Join our highly talented team in a culture of learning, innovation, and visionary thinking. The successful candidate may be permitted to work in a hybrid model (combination of in-office and flexible work location) and will live within commuting distance of our Vancouver office.

Requirements

• A degree in Law, master’s degree in industrial relations, business, or a related discipline from an accredited post-secondary institution
• seven to ten years’ recent, related experience in labour law or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• Knowledge of health sector labour relations, related legislation, and collective agreements.
• Comprehensive knowledge and experience of labour relations dispute resolution processes.
• Strong leadership and people management skills.
• Demonstrated ability to lead a team of professionals and provide mentorship.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively.
• Excellent analytical, conflict resolution, and problem-solving skills.

Nice To Haves

• HEABC is interested in offering training and development opportunities to newer lawyers, so we encourage you to apply even if you don't meet all of the above requirements.

Responsibilities

• Providing leadership and managing the work of labour relations consultants on the Affiliate Services team by assisting with litigation and servicing questions.
• Liaising internally with negotiations, legal services and labour relations teams to coordinate advice and approaches on servicing questions and issues.
• Advising and mentoring team members on complex labour relations matters.
• Providing expert advice and guidance to members on a range of labour relations, human rights, and privacy issues; interpret collective agreements, legislation, and policy.
• Lead and attend hearings (mediations and arbitrations) themselves or to support team members.

Benefits

• In office or hybrid work environment – flexibility that suits your needs.
• Competitive salary
• Four weeks of vacation, earned in your first year of employment & 13 statutory holidays.
• Comprehensive health & dental benefits, with immediate coverage upon starting.
• Pension Plan - BC’s Municipal Pension Plan is one of the largest pension plans in Canada and provides secure retirement income to plan members.
• Training and development opportunities – HEABC supports your continuing education & growth.
• A work environment which values work-life balance, respect, recognition, teamwork, and inclusivity
• The opportunity to make a positive contribution to the BC health care system through your work.

What This Job Offers

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