Manager, HRbp and Labor Relations

Position Type:
Permanent

If you’re looking for a fulfilling career that can make a real difference in your life, and the lives of others, you’ve come to the right place.

As a national health solutions partner, we put people first in everything we do — and that begins with our team of 8,000+ professionals who bring a cross-section of diverse life experiences and career expertise to Medavie. By collaborating and innovating together, our employees are creating industry-leading solutions in insurance, primary care and emergency medical services that impact millions of lives in Canada each year.

This position offers flexibility in terms of location: you can choose to work remotely from home, in our office, or in a hybrid arrangement but ideally you will want to occasionally work out of the MTL office to enhance collaboration. You'll have the autonomy to decide what works best for you while staying connected with the team through regular meetings and collaborative tools.

The opportunity

Human Resources (HR) plays an integral role in Medavie’s mission to improve the wellbeing of Canadians. The Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) team is comprising of dedicated HR professionals who provide hands on support while being strategic partners and trusted advisors to all levels of management across assigned client groups.

The Manager, HRBP and Labor Relations will play a dual role: acting as a strategic HR Business Partner to assigned client groups while also leading a team of HR professionals.

In addition to leading their direct reports, the Manager will work closely with other HRBPs and HR Centers of Excellence to influence and implement enterprise-wide HR initiatives. They ensure that HR programs are tailored to meet evolving business needs, comply with collective agreements, and adhere to provincial legislation.

As the Manager, HRBP and Labor Relations:

- You will lead and develop a Team of HR professionals, fostering collaboration, growth, and accountability.
- You will partner with Senior Leaders to align people strategies with business goals across diverse teams.
- You will drive Strategic HR Initiatives by supporting organisation design, workforce planning, and career development.
- You will champion Talent and Culture by promoting learning, growth, and succession planning. Helping building a high-performing, inclusive, and values-driven culture.
- You will lead Labor Relations by managing negotiations, conflict resolution, and union relationships. Ensuring compliance and mitigating risks.
- You will use data to guide decisions and shape proactive solutions.
- You will play a key role in advancing enterprise-wide HR initiatives by leading and contributing to strategic projects and process improvements that drive organizational effectiveness and support long-term business success.
- Are an effective communicator and coach, capable of influencing stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
- Possess strong strategic acumen and a genuine interest in understanding business operations to align HR strategies with organizational goals.
- Demonstrate excellent organizational and project management skills, with the ability to juggle multiple priorities and support diverse client groups.
- Take a proactive, partnership-driven approach to labor relations, favoring collaboration and constructive dialogue over conflict.
- Exhibit sound judgment and problem-solving abilities, especially when navigating complex employee relations issues.

To best lead and partner, you need:

- A bachelor’s degree in human resources, Industrial Relations, or a related field (Master’s preferred).
- 10-15 years of progressive HR experience, including:

- HR business partnership in complex, unionized environments
- Labor relations and exposure to collective bargaining
- Team leadership and coaching
- To be bilingual (English and French) to meet the needs of our internal customers located in different regions,
- A Certified Professional Human Resources (CPHR) designation
- Workday experience is an asset

Your Impact

You embody our core values: Caring, Accountable, Responsive, Innovative, and Community-Minded in everything you do:

- Caring: Foster a supportive and inclusive culture where employees feel heard, respected, and empowered to grow.
- Accountable: Serve as a trusted advisor to senior leaders, ensuring HR practices are consistent, ethical, and aligned with organizational goals.
- Responsive: Navigate complex HR and employee relations matters with empathy, professionalism, and a solutions-oriented mindset.
- Innovative: Collaborate with HR Centers of Excellence to co-create forward-thinking programs that meet evolving business needs and leverage emerging technologies, including AI.
- Community-Minded: Champion a workplace culture that prioritizes employee well-being, engagement, and inclusion at every level.

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