Position: Director, Labour Relations
Position Type: Full-Time Permanent
Location: Remote (Within Canada)
The Company:
Postmedia is a Canadian news media company representing more than 130 brands across multiple print, online and mobile platforms. Award-winning journalists and innovative product development teams bring engaging content to millions of people every week whenever and wherever they want it.
This exceptional content, reach and scope offer advertisers and marketers compelling solutions to effectively reach target audiences. We are always on the lookout for talented individuals to join our team.
Director, Labour Relations
Reporting to the Senior Vice-President, Human Resources, the Director, Labour Relations is responsible for overseeing and managing all aspects of Labour Relations (LR) across Canada.
As the Company expert on labour relations, the Director, Labour Relations fosters positive relationships with our union partners, contributes to the development and implementation of effective labour relations strategies and leads our collective bargaining negotiations nationally.
A hands-on strategist, the Director is also responsible for leading a team in managing labour agreements, resolving disputes, ensuring compliance with labour laws and policies, and providing strategic guidance on labour issues to operational and senior leaders.
An integral part of the Human Resources leadership team, you will use your insights on Labour and Labour trends to lead and/or support various ER initiatives including, but not limited to, Learning and Development, Health & Safety and providing dedicated support to functional leaders.
Responsibilities:
- Strategic leadership in the development and execution of LR strategies aligned with organizational goals;
- Lead and mentor a team of two in the execution of the Labour Relations mandate.
- Advise on Labour Relations matters at all levels of the organization;
- Lead and/or direct collective bargaining negotiations, working towards fair and mutually beneficial agreements that meet the organization’s business objectives;
- Resolve litigation cases ie. Labour Board, Human Rights, H&S, grievances and arbitrations, settlements, proceedings, etc. in consultation with legal counsel , operational managers and senior leaders;
- Build and maintain positive relationships with union representatives;
- Educate management & HR on evolving labour laws, related regulations and new trends;
Requirements:
- University degree in Human Resources Management, Industrial Relations, or a related field;
- Minimum of 7 years of relevant experience;
- Demonstrated success as a lead in collective bargaining negotiations;
- Experience working collaboratively in a diverse and dynamic organizational environment;
- Excellent written and verbal proficiency;
- Knowledge of LR principles; including collective bargaining and grievance management, conflict resolution, change management and best LR practices
- Knowledge of employment legislation including provincial Labour Codes, Human Rights Acts etc.;
- Experience developing plans, objectives, and initiatives to achieve and promote the behaviors, culture, and capabilities needed to achieve business strategies and organizational goals;
- Experience as a strategic partner, building influential relationships with key stakeholders across a large organization.
Competencies:
- Demonstrated political savvy with the ability to navigate organizational dynamics and stakeholders' interests;
- Successful track record in leading in a collaborative, cooperative environment while maintaining focus on strategic objectives;
- Strong capacity to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities simultaneously;
- Strategic, critical thinker comfortable in making decisions in the face of ambiguity;
- An impactful leader with strong, empathetic communication skills, who delegates and empowers to create accountability and opportunities for growth;
We thank in advance all applicants for their interest, however only those candidates under consideration will be contacted. Only candidates legally eligible to work in Canada will be considered. No phone calls or agencies please.
Postmedia Network Inc. is committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities in all areas of the hiring process. If you require accommodation during the hiring process, please make your needs known in advance. Accommodation requests will be provided on an individual basis.
Postmedia Network Inc. is committed to employment equity and an inclusive barrier-free selection process and work environment. Postmedia Network Inc. encourages applications from women, aboriginal peoples, persons with disabilities and members of visible minorities.
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