Human Resources Business Partner - 1 Year MAT Leave Coverage
- Edmonton, AB
- On-site
- Posted Oct 27, 2026
- 1 position
Opens an external site
- Employment type
- Temporary
- Experience level
- Mid-level · 2+ years
- Minimum education
- Bachelor’s degree
- Apply by
- Nov 10, 2026
- Posting language
- English
- Working hours
- 40 hours per week
Job summary
Provide HR advisory support to a designated business group, including recruitment, workforce planning, employee relations, performance management, and labor relations. Support HR systems and administration, prepare reports, respond to employee concerns, and coordinate operational training.
Job details
Human Resources Business Partner - 1 Year MAT Leave Coverage JOB DESCRIPTION As the Human Resources Business Partner, you would be responsible for supporting a stakeholder group around recruitment, retention, engagement, performance management, performance development, employee relations matters and labor relations support. MAIN PURPOSE OF THE ROLE Reporting to the Human Resources Manager, the primary purpose of this position is to provide HR advisory services to a targeted business group. This position ensures that the Company is able to meet its customer service obligations by ensuring the optimization of talent through timely, relevant and efficient human resource services. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Working with operational leaders to identify and plan for human resource requirements to meet short and long-term business requirements Coordinating and participating in the recruitment process by creating recruitment strategies, preparing ads, screening applications, conducting interviews, completing reference checks and preparing employment offers on behalf of the hiring Manager Providing timely coaching to operational leaders on a variety of employee relations and human resource issues including performance management, attendance, progressive discipline, terminations and conflict resolution. Supporting effective employee/labor relations activities through a strong understanding of relevant collective agreements, employment contracts and relevant employee/labor legislation. Consistent application of human resource guidelines, policies and procedures that adhere to applicable legislation and common law. Responding to employee inquiries and concerns in a timely and professional manner. Conducting stay and exit interviews where appropriate. Preparing and distributing ad hoc HR reports upon request by Management to meet business needs. Providing diligent HR administrative support as it relates to the HRMS, Performance Appraisal system, and the Learning Management System. Provide operational training support and coordination. Other duties as assigned KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES Good understanding and knowledge of human resources principles, best practices and applicable HR legislation such as employment standards, employment law, and human rights legislation. Strong client service skills. Ability to set priorities and manage multiple projects with tight and competing deadlines. Advanced computer skills including experience with HRIS and Microsoft Office products. Exceptional communication skills; verbal, written and presentation. High degree of initiative, diplomacy and discretion. Ability to interact with all levels of staff, including Management and Executive Works independently yet strong HR team player. QUALIFICATIONS Preferred undergraduate Degree in related field with 2 to 4 years of directly related experience or Diploma in Human Resources with 4 to 6 years of directly related experience Experience in a unionized environment is an asset CHRP Designation is an asset. #WCORP
What you’ll do
Provide HR advisory support to a designated business group, including recruitment, workforce planning, employee relations, performance management, and labor relations. Support HR systems and administration, prepare reports, respond to employee concerns, and coordinate operational training.
Requirements
A related undergraduate degree with 2–4 years of directly related experience, or a Human Resources diploma with 4–6 years of directly related experience, is preferred. Knowledge of HR principles and legislation, strong communication and client service skills, advanced computer skills, and the ability to manage competing priorities are expected; unionized-environment experience and a CHRP designation are assets.
Listed skills
- Recruitment · Preferred
- Communication · Preferred
- Microsoft Office · Preferred
- Prioritization · Preferred
- Coaching · Preferred
- Conflict Resolution · Preferred
Other relevant skills
Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.
- Recruitment
- Employee Relations
- Labor Relations
- Performance Management
- Conflict Resolution
- Employment Legislation
- Collective Agreements
- Human Resources Advisory
- HRIS
- Microsoft Office
- Communication
- Prioritization
- Coaching
- Training Coordination
- Discretion
- Administrative Support
- Case Law
- Professionalism
- Diplomacy
- Recruitment Strategies
- Management
- Business Requirements
- Certified Human Resources Professional
- Customer Service
- Computer Literacy
- Learning Management Systems
- Human Resources Information System (HRIS)
- Employment Contracts
- Labor Law
- Labor Legislation
- Legislation
- Performance Review
- Presentations
- Writing
- Advertisement
- Coordinating
Job areas
- Human Resources
- Management & Leadership
- Human Resources Business Partner
- Human Resource Managers
- Human Resources Managers
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