Labour Relations Consultant

Requisition ID: 45411 

Organization

Located on the traditional, ancestral and unceded lands of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw (Squamish), and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) Peoples, Vancouver has a commitment to becoming a City of Reconciliation. Vancouver consistently ranks as one of the world’s most liveable and environmentally sustainable cities. Named among Canada's Top 100 Employers, BC's Top Employers, and Canada's Greenest Employers, the City of Vancouver seeks colleagues who can help shape and embody our core commitments to sustainability, reconciliation, equity and outstanding quality of life for all residents.

Consider joining our committed team of staff and being part of an innovative, inclusive and engaging workplace.  Working at the City of Vancouver and within the public service can be a rewarding career where you play a key role in ensuring impartial and equitable access to services, upholding ethical governance, and addressing the needs of citizens with integrity and dedication.

Main Purpose and Function

Reporting to the Director, Labour Relations and Compensation, the Labour Relations Consultant works as part of a comprehensive team of Labour Relations professionals to develop Labour Relations strategies that support key corporate and HR business-unit specific objectives.

This position may also conduct and support respectful workplace investigations, ensuring that concerns are addressed fairly, consistently, and in alignment with organizational policies and legislation.

Specific Duties and Responsibilities

The Labour Relations Consultant works collaboratively and strategically within the Human Resources Department, partnering with HR and Labour Relations colleagues, managers, staff, and union representatives to provide advice on a wide range of issues. The role supports the organization in addressing concerns and achieving its objectives while fostering a positive employee relations environment including:

• Interpretation/application of collective agreements and labour legislation, dispute resolution, grievance and arbitration work.
• Taking a leadership role in collective bargaining processes and negotiations
• Conducting investigations of formal complaints under the City’s Respectful Workplace and Human Rights and Harassment Policies.
• Other duties/responsibilities as assigned.
  
  

Qualifications

Education and Experience:

• Related university degree or diploma with considerable experience in Labour Relations and/or Human Resources consultative or advisory roles or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• Experience in consultation, grievance and arbitration work, collective bargaining, dispute resolution, investigations and negotiation skills.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Considerable knowledge and background in labour relations with an excellent understanding of labour jurisprudence, relevant labour legislation.
• Considerable knowledge around conducting and supporting respectful workplace investigations.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, coaching and facilitation skills with a demonstrated ability to build and maintain effective relationships with colleagues, clients and union officials.
• Skilled at anticipating business needs and identifying risks and opportunities with ability to move to action.
• Strong team building skills and demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and strategically in a team environment.
• Proactive problem solver with ability to working in a rapidly changing environment.

Business Unit/Department: Human Resources (1020) 

Affiliation: Exempt 

Employment Type: Regular Full Time 

Position Start Date: March 2026 

Salary Information: Pay Grade RNG-091: $114,465 to $143,092 per annum

Application Close: February 2, 2026

At the City of Vancouver, we are committed to recruiting a diverse workforce that represents the community we so proudly serve. Indigenous peoples, people of colour, 2SLGBTQ+ persons including all genders and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.  Accommodations will be provided upon request during the selection process. Learn more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion. 

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