HR Consultant

HR Consultant

Date Posted: 06/09/2026

Req ID: 48439

Faculty/Division: VP - University Operations

Department: HR-Operations & Real Estate Partnerships

Campus: St. George (Downtown Toronto)

Existing Vacancy: Yes

Description

Under the general direction of the Director, Human Resources, Operations & Real Estate Partnerships (OREP), the HR Consultant supports the operational and strategic human resources needs of clients within the portfolio. The incumbent will partner with clients to provide a wide range of HR services, advice and support. Specifically, the Consultant advises on a full range of HR issues including employment policies, practices and procedures, employee and labour relations, workplace investigations, recruitment, job design, job evaluation and salary administration, work accommodation and attendance management, training and development, problem and conflict resolution, and organisational change. The focus of the HR Consultant’s work may depend on the assigned client group.

The incumbent provides guidance and interpretation with respect to collective agreements, employment policies, and legislation such as the Employment Standards Act and Human Rights Code; provides recruitment advice and assistance to clients; responds to staff concerns; provides advice and guidance on complex organisational change and restructuring; reviews client concerns and objectives, outlines options and approaches, and partners with clients to facilitate change processes; contributes to attendance and disability management as a member of a cross-functional team; maintains administrative systems including organisational charts, job descriptions, job evaluation records.

They will also work closely with the Director and the HR team to support strategic initiatives and special projects and to guide junior staff.

Essential Qualifications

Education

University degree in a relevant discipline and coursework leading to completion of the CHRP designation or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Experience

Minimum of five (5) years' progressively responsible and related human resources experience. Demonstrated experience developing strategy, providing expertise and advice in relation to complex human resources matters; advising clients on the interpretation, application and administration of collective agreements and employment legislation, policies, procedures and best practices. Sound knowledge of human resources best practices and employment legislation. In-depth experience in the following functional areas: recruitment and selection; job evaluation and classification; salary administration; and labour relations. Experience conducting workplace investigations is preferred.

Skills

Proficiency in standard computer applications (MS Office, e‑mail, scheduling software, etc.); experience using HRIS or a similar system.

Other

Proactive and energetic customer‑service orientation with an awareness of and sensitivity to diversity. Strong organisational skills with ability to manage multiple and conflicting priorities within tight deadlines. Superior verbal and written communication, facilitation and interpersonal skills. Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, demonstrated ability to identify, gather information and data, present options and partner with clients to effectively and creatively resolve complex human resource matters. Excellent judgment; strong initiative and ability to work independently. Tact, empathy and confidentiality in dealing with difficult or sensitive situations. Ability to work collaboratively as part of the OREP Human Resources team.

Closing Date

06/23/2026, 11:59 PM ET

Diversity Statement

The University of Toronto embraces Diversity and is building a culture of belonging that increases our capacity to effectively address and serve the interests of our global community. We strongly encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples, Black and racialized persons, women, persons with disabilities, and people of diverse sexual and gender identities. We value applicants who have demonstrated a commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion and recognize that diverse perspectives, experiences, and expertise are essential to strengthening our academic mission.

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Accessibility Statement

The University strives to be an equitable and inclusive community, and proactively seeks to increase diversity among its community members. Our values regarding equity and diversity are linked with our unwavering commitment to excellence in the pursuit of our academic mission.

The University is committed to the principles of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). As such, we strive to make our recruitment, assessment and selection processes as accessible as possible and provide accommodations as required for applicants with disabilities.

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