The Director of Labour Relations at the client reports to the VP of HR and is responsible for developing the labour relations strategy and providing advice and services related to labour relations. This includes participating in collective agreement negotiations, interpreting collective agreements, managing the grievance process, overseeing workplace investigations, discipline, and discharge processes, and managing union relationships. The Director also leads a team of four, including LR Specialists, a Workplace Conflict Resolution Specialist, and an LR Coordinator. The client has recently transitioned to an HR Centres of Excellence model to enhance support and expertise in response to various considerations.
The Director of Labour Relations plays a crucial role in ensuring effective labour relations at the client. They are responsible for leading the development of the LR strategy and providing guidance on collective agreement negotiations and interpretation. Managing the grievance process, workplace investigations, and union relationships are also key responsibilities of this role. Additionally, the Director leads a team of four specialists in labour relations and conflict resolution.
Reporting to the VP of HR, the Director of Labour Relations at the client oversees various aspects of labour relations to support the organization's goals. This includes managing a team of specialists and ensuring compliance with collective agreements. The transition to an HR Centres of Excellence model aims to enhance service levels and expertise within the organization.