Competition #:

160795 External

Posted:

May 4, 2026

Closes:

May 17, 2026 at 11:59 pm Atlantic Standard Time

Anticipated Start Date:

August 4, 2026

Anticipated End Date:

September 30, 2027

Location:

Regional Director Workforce Relations (Negotiable Area)

Corporate Resources ~ Fredericton ~ Horizon Health Network ~ Health Network

Job Classification:

Non Bargaining

Job Classification Type:

Management and Non-Bargaining

Job Type:

Temporary Full Time

FTE:

1

Schedule:

Day, Subject to change due to operational requirements

Language Requirement:

English Essential

Salary:

67,600 to 94,406 per year ((Pay Band 5) (Based on 37.5 hours per week))

This is the life-changing opportunity you’ve been looking for.

Horizon Health Network in beautiful New Brunswick is looking for a HR Business Partner to join our team!

The HR Business Partner (HRBP) is a strategic advisor and trusted partner to business leaders, responsible for aligning HR strategies with organizational and departmental goals. This role drives talent management, performance and culture, workforce planning, and compliance while leveraging data‑driven insights to support informed decision‑making. The HRBP plays a critical role in building organizational capability, fostering employee engagement, supporting change, and ensuring HR practices enable sustainable business performance.

Why you should work here

Working for Horizon gives you a career that provides an east coast lifestyle and the chance to make a big difference in the lives of New Brunswickers.

This position comes with competitive salary, paid time off, sick benefits, employer paid contributions into our government pension plan and a remote work policy.

Horizon is committed to enhancing our diverse and inclusive environment for our employees and patients. We believe in a healthcare system that equally supports all people regardless of race, ethnicity, national origin, social background, religion, gender identity or expression, age, disability, or sexual orientation. An environment based on a commitment to diversity and inclusion supports our goal of safe and quality patient care.

Who you are

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.

• 5+ years of progressive HR experience, including at least 2 years in a business partner or advisory role.

• Strong knowledge of HR policies, employment law, and HR best practices.

• Experience in performance management, workforce planning, and talent acquisition.

• Proficiency in HR analytics and data‑driven decision‑making

What you will do

• Strategic Alignment: Partner with leaders to translate business strategy into HR initiatives, align workforce planning with organizational goals, and advise on organizational design and restructuring.
• Talent Management: Support talent acquisition, onboarding, succession planning, leadership development, and retention strategies; identify and develop high‑potential talent.
• Performance & Culture: Support performance management processes, including coaching and corrective actions; promote a high‑performance, inclusive culture and embed company values.
• Workforce Planning & Analytics: Develop workforce plans and use HR data, reporting, and analytics to identify trends, risks, and opportunities that inform business decisions.
• Employee Relations & Coaching: Serve as a trusted advisor on employee relations matters; coach leaders on conflict resolution, people management, and policy application.
• Change Management: Support and guide organizational change initiatives, assessing impacts and driving communication, readiness, and adoption strategies.
• Compensation & Rewards: Advise on compensation decisions, reward programs, and recognition strategies to ensure internal equity and market competitiveness.
• Compliance, Safety & Risk Management: Ensure compliance with labor laws, policies, and safety standards; mitigate HR‑related risks and partner with legal/Labour Relations on complex cases.
• Stakeholder Collaboration: Build strong relationships with leaders and HR partners; collaborate with Centers of Excellence and HR Operations to deliver integrated HR solutions.

Skills and Competencies

• Strategic thinking and business acumen.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to influence and build strong relationships with leaders.
• Analytical mindset with experience in HR metrics and reporting.
• Problem-solving and conflict resolution skills.

Horizon Competency

Core competencies for non-bargaining positions are based on the LEADS in a Caring Environment leadership capabilities framework: Lead Self, Engage Others, Achieve Results, Develop Coalitions, and System Transformation.

In addition to LEADS, all positions need to demonstrate compassion, patience, and professionalism in all interactions, consistently upholding a respectful and supportive environment for patients, clients, families, and colleagues. Proactively addresses concerns and responds to emerging needs with empathy and diligence, contributing to high-quality, patient/client centered care.

Interested? Apply Today!

To learn more, visit MyHorizonCareer.ca/management-business-professionals/

Horizon Health Network (Horizon) only accepts on-line applications.

About Horizon’s Recruitment Process

We thank all applicant who apply; however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. All interested applicants are encouraged to apply as an equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be considered.

Horizon’s recruitment screening process may include language proficiency testing, clerical testing and/or behavioral assessment. If you are selected for testing, you will be contacted via the email address provided on your application. The official results will be shared with the candidate, Human Resources and the requesting manager electronically and language results will be placed on the personnel file for Horizon’s hiring purposes.

Diversity Statement

Horizon is committed to enhancing our diverse and inclusive environment for our employees and patients. We believe in a healthcare system that equally supports all people regardless of race, ethnicity, national origin, social background, religion, gender identity or expression, age, disability, or sexual orientation. An environment based on a commitment to diversity and inclusion supports our goal of safe and quality patient care.