Global Employee Relations Advisor
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Key Responsibilities
- Employee Relations & Advisory Manage and advise on complex employee relations matters, including workplace investigations, performance management, disciplinary actions, terminations, employee complaints, and workplace conflict. Serve as a key Employee Relations point of contact for global employee populations, coordinating case resolution with regional HR teams and Legal. Provide practical, consistent, and risk-conscious recommendations to managers and HR Business Partners. Conduct investigations, gather relevant information, document findings, and support appropriate resolutions. Coach managers on performance improvement plans, employee concerns, and the consistent application of HR policies. Support employee offboarding, including exit interviews and related documentation. Global Employment Compliance & Policies Interpret and apply employment legislation, workplace regulations, and HR policies across multiple jurisdictions, including Canada, the UK, and Europe. Partner with Legal and regional HR stakeholders to ensure employee relations practices comply with applicable local requirements. Contribute to the development, review, and implementation of global HR policies and procedures. Identify potential employment risks and recommend appropriate mitigation strategies. Promote consistent and fair employee relations practices while recognizing regional legislative and cultural differences. Leave, Disability & Accommodation Management Manage complex employee leave and disability matters, including WSIB/WCB claims and leaves of absence. Support workplace accommodations and return-to-work processes in collaboration with relevant stakeholders. Coordinate with HR teams and benefits providers on international leave and accommodation matters when required. HR Operations, Reporting & Continuous Improvement Maintain accurate and confidential employee relations documentation in HRIS and case management systems. Analyze employee relations trends, recurring concerns, and case data to identify opportunities for improvement. Prepare HR reports, correspondence, and supporting documentation. Collaborate on HR projects that enhance employee experience, improve processes, and strengthen operational effectiveness. Support consistent HR practices across business units and geographical regions.
Qualifications
- A diploma or degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field. Minimum 3 years of hands-on Employee Relations experience supporting geographically dispersed teams in a global environment. Knowledge of employment legislation and workplace regulations across Canada, the United Kingdom, Europe, and other international jurisdictions . Experience interpreting and applying employment legislation and HR policies across different countries, working collaboratively with Legal and regional HR teams. Demonstrated experience handling employee relations matters, including investigations, performance management, employee complaints, disciplinary processes, and terminations. Strong judgment and discretion when managing sensitive, confidential, or complex employee matters. Ability to independently assess situations, identify risks, develop recommendations, and escalate matters appropriately. Excellent communication, relationship-building, and stakeholder management skills. Ability to manage multiple priorities and collaborate effectively across geographical regions and time zones. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and experience working with HR information systems.
Nice to Have
- Experience with SAP or SuccessFactors. Familiarity with Employee Relations case management systems. Bilingual proficiency in English and French. Experience supporting HR initiatives, policy development, process improvements, or organizational change across international operations. Compensation $76,000 to $82,000 annually We have 1 available position Job Title: Global Employee Relations Advisor Requisition Number: 2568 Date: October 26, 2026 Location 1: Ottawa, ON Remote: Yes Business Unit: Corporate Department: Human Resources Job Type: Full-time #LI-MA1# #SF#
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