Labour Relations Specialist

Are you ready to embark on an extraordinary journey to shape the future of Ontario's Legislative Assembly, with innovation and excellence in parliamentary operations? At the Office of the Assembly, we're not just supporting Parliament; we're a dynamic team dedicated to driving change and making an impact every day.

At the heart of our mission is to provide non-partisan administrative and procedural services to all MPPs, along with operational support for the daily activities of the Legislative Assembly of Ontario. Our success is intricately tied to the strength and diversity of our staff, as we champion our core values: integrity, inclusiveness, collaboration, and excellence.

Looking for a rewarding career where you can share your expertise in a Labour Relations Specialist capacity? Seize this opportunity to embody our organizational values within our Human Resources Branch. As a valued member of our team, reporting directly to the Manager, Human Resources, you will collaborate closely with a dynamic group of Human Resources Professionals.

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What You'll Do
You'll act with integrity to:

• Provide strategic and operational labour relations advice to leaders and HR partners.
• Apply collective agreements and employment legislation consistently and equitably.
• Lead procedurally sound workplace investigations, ensuring fairness, confidentiality, and thorough documentation.
• Manage all stages of the grievance process, including representation at arbitrations, mediations, and hearings.
• Contribute to collective bargaining through preparation, proposal development, negotiations, and implementation.
• Monitor and analyze legal developments and labour trends to inform strategy and mitigate risk.
• Demonstrate and promote the highest standards of ethics, professionalism, and confidentiality.

You'll support our collaboration as you
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• Foster constructive, solutions-oriented relationships with union representatives.
• Serve as a key liaison between management, HR, and union stakeholders on complex matters.
• Partner with internal teams—including Legal Services and Disability Management—to ensure coordinated, compliant responses.
• Actively participate in joint labour-management committees and other collaborative forums.
• Design and deliver training for leaders and employees on labour relations topics and respectful workplace practices.
• Support the development and implementation of HR policies and programs that drive consistency, compliance, and organizational values.

How You Qualify
You demonstrate excellence through your:

• University degree in Human Resources, Labour/Industrial Relations, Law, or a related field.
• Certified Human Resources Professional (CHRP) or Certified Human Resources Leader (CHRL) designation preferred.
• At least 5 years of progressive experience in labour and employee relations, ideally within a unionized, public-sector environment.
• Proven ability to manage grievances and arbitrations, conduct complex investigations, support collective bargaining, and represent the organization in formal dispute resolution settings, including mediations and Labour Relations Board proceedings.
• In-depth knowledge of Ontario employment and labour legislation, with strong understanding of collective agreements, bargaining frameworks, grievance processes, and public sector compliance and governance.
• Exceptional analytical, research, and problem-solving skills, with sound judgment and a high level of discretion and professionalism in handling confidential matters.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey complex information clearly and diplomatically.
• Demonstrated ability to build trust, influence stakeholders, and collaborate effectively at all levels.
• Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple high-priority issues in a fast-paced environment.
• Political acuity and tact in navigating complex, sensitive, and high-stakes labour relations scenarios.

Here's what awaits you:

• A dynamic, unique work environment.
• A team of dedicated professionals.
• A comprehensive benefit and pension package including a comprehensive short term sickness plan and personal days.
• Support for your career through training and development.
• Access to an employee and family assistance program.

If you're ambitious, passionate, and ready to make your mark, seize the opportunity by visiting us at and selecting "Careers" at the bottom of the page for more details.

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