2026 - Labour Relations Specialist
Applications are invited for a Labour Relation Specialist to join our Human Resources team. We are looking for an experienced Human Resources professional with experience working within unionized environments to help foster and maintain collegial labour relations. This role is responsible for collective bargaining, labour relations administration, and records management.
Duties and Responsibilities
Under the supervision of the Associate Vice-President, People and Talent, the Labour Relations Specialist provides guidance and interpretation of the various Collective Agreements; addresses day-to-day matters related to CA understanding for five (5) Collective Agreements; participates in labour management meetings, creates Letters of Understanding/Memorandums of Agreement, represents the University in grievance hearings, drafts response letters; schedules, coordinates, attends pre-bargaining meetings with stakeholders to understand issues related to existing CAs, drafts proposals, presents and negotiates as the Management Spokesperson at negotiations; updates existing CAs with agreed language, implements revisions, and conducts training sessions for stakeholders.
Qualifications
To be considered, candidates must have an undergraduate degree with a focus in Human Resources along with additional training in Labour Relations, with a minimum of five (5) years related experience in labour relations; an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered. CPHR designation is highly preferred. Candidates must have experience with all aspects of collective bargaining. Experience working with multiple bargaining units within one organization is key to being successful in this role. Previous employment in public sector or post-secondary education is a desirable asset.
The successful candidate has a strong ability to be proactive and take initiative when addressing issues for resolution, use sound judgment, be prepared to have difficult conversations with stakeholders, possess a thorough understanding of legislation, Collective Agreements, and regulations applicable to University employees. Maintaining confidentiality, making decisions under pressure, and working collaboratively across a wide range of stakeholders are necessary skills the successful candidate must possess.
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What to Submit
If your qualifications, skills, and experience align with this position, we invite you to apply by submitting one PDF file that includes your resume, cover letter, and citizenship status, clearly outlining how your qualifications and experience make you a suitable candidate for the role.
Please submit applications electronically in one file with the subject line 2026 - Labour Relations Specialist by 4:30 p.m. November 11, 2026 to:
hrapplications@brandonu.ca
Please Note:
Candidates may be required to successfully complete a technical skills test.
This position is subject to a Criminal Record Check and Child Abuse Registry Check and the successful candidate will be responsible for fees incurred.
We thank all applicants for their interest in this position, however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Short-listed candidates will be required to provide three (3) work-related references at the time of the interview.
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