Senior Employee Relations Advisor

Advise leaders on sensitive employee relations matters while investigating serious misconduct and managing legal risk for Scotiabank in Toronto, Ontario.

In this 18-month contract, the Employee Relations Manager acts as a subject matter expert for employees, People Managers, and HR Business Partners. You will analyze contentious situations, prepare investigative reports, and present recommendations to Senior Leadership. The position supports consistent employee experiences and defensible case records.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead employee interviews involving contentious or sensitive dialogue
• Write investigative reports and present recommendations to Senior Leadership
• Coach stakeholders on employment-related issues and established policies
• Update accurate ER/LR case files supporting potential litigation defense
• Identify trends and insights contributing to HR strategy

Requirements:

• Two to five years’ Employee Relations or Human Resources experience
• Employment or business degree, diploma, or related education
• Strong problem-solving, alternative dispute resolution, and judgment skills
• Excellent verbal, written, presentation, and report-writing abilities
• CHRP or CHRL designation considered an asset

Use investigative judgment, clear reporting, and employee relations expertise to guide sensitive workplace matters at Scotiabank.