Employee and Labour Relations Consultant

Date: April 14 2026

Location:Toronto ON Hybrid

Requisition ID: 20950

Status:Regular

Business Unit:Human Resources

Grade/Band: Band 6A

Shift Work: No

Annual Pay Range: For standard 35-hour work week
$88710 - $133120

The successful placement within the range will depend on qualifications relevant work experience and other applicable considerations.

Why join us

The IESO is committed to ensuring Ontarios electricity system meets the provinces needs today and into the future. We are charged with purpose delivering reliable affordable and sustainable electricity for homes businesses and communities across the province. We are energized to grow embracing opportunities to shape the future of a dynamic and evolving energy sector while advancing our careers. We are powered by teamwork supported by diverse and passionate colleagues who foster respect celebrate successes and thrive on shared achievements. At the IESO its not just what we doits who we are!

Who we are

Our central role includes managing the provincial power grid in real-time overseeing and evolving Ontarios electricity market engaging with government municipalities and Indigenous communities and planning for Ontarios future electricity needs. Our employees play a key role in driving grid innovation protecting the system from threats advancing the provinces energy conservation programs and forecasting and procuring the electricity resources well need in the decades to come.

This is a non-unionized position that falls within the Org Design and Client Relations Division in the Human Resources Business Unit. You will collaborate as a trusted advisor with HR teams and leadership to align employee and labour relations initiatives with organizational priorities ensuring legislative compliance and best practices to support the IESOs mission of delivering reliable and sustainable energy.

What makes this role exciting

The energy sector is rapidly evolving offering exciting new opportunities for those who want to make a difference.

Are you looking for a rewarding opportunity where you will support the development and implementation of employee and labour relations strategy In this role youll provide specialized advice and training on labour relations matters participate in collective bargaining and support the dispute resolution process.

What youll do

In this role youll make a meaningful impact by contributing to the IESO team and supporting the electricity needs of the province through:

• Providing expert guidance on collective agreement administration grievance management performance management discipline and compliance with applicable employment legislation and organizational policies
• Developing and delivering training on legislative and collective bargaining updates
• Fostering productive relationships between management employees and stakeholders
• Participating in collective bargaining preparation assisting in proposal development meetings conducting research and analysis maintaining records and developing strategy
• Supporting dispute resolution processes such as mediation and arbitration
• Maintaining records of employee and labour relations matters preparing reports memos etc.
• Making sound and data-based insights and recommendations through tracking and analyzing trends

In a typical day you will:

• Act as a trusted advisor to HR partners and leaders coaching counseling and guiding them on people matters
• Provide interpretation of collective agreement provisions
• Support the grievance and arbitration process from intake to resolution
• Prepare reports guidelines and provide analyses of workplace trends
• Coordinate and attend meetings with various stakeholders in support of the dispute resolution processes
• Partner with leaders to proactively monitor and identify emerging labour relations risks trends and legislative changes
• Contribute to the development and continuous improvement of labour relations practices frameworks and training

Role Requirements

Our team consists of experts from diverse backgrounds each bringing their unique perspectives and skills.

To succeed in this role youll need:

• Post-secondary education in Labour or Industrial Relations Law Human Resources Management or a related field
• Minimum 46 years of experience in labour and employee relations with experience in the broader public sector and/or heavily unionized environments
• Strong knowledge of labour relations and employment legislation (e.g. Ontario Human Rights Code Ontario Labour Relations Act Employment Standards Act Occupational Health & Safety Act)
• Ability to analyze and interpret data sets identify trends and present findings through reports and dashboards
• Ability to manage confidential and sensitive matters with discretion
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment managing expectations across unionized and management groups
• Strong judgement communication and influencing skills to provide strategic advice and achieve desired outcomes
• High level of attention to detail
• Professional certifications such as Certified Human Resources Practitioner (CHRP) designation Certified Human Resources Leader (CHRL) or equivalent are an asset
• Project management expertise to implement employee and labour relations programs/processes and work with cross functional teams is an asset

How We Support You

From a comprehensive total rewards program to dynamic learning and development opportunitiesincluding job rotations to broaden your expertisewe empower you to define and shape your own success. When you join the IESO heres what you can expect:

• Best-in-class benefits and long-term support in the form of a defined benefit pension plan
• Work in a dynamic and evolving sector that offers exciting opportunities and the chance to explore new career paths
• Leadership that values meaningful discussions welcomes feedback and prioritizes career development
• A strong inclusive culture and a collaborative team environment with a shared passion for impactful work
• Compensation packages that are regularly reviewed to remain competitive and to best accommodate the diverse needs of our employees

Deadline

May 5 2026 at 11:59 PM EDT. For future reference please save a copy of the job posting as it will no longer be available once the posting closes.

Thank you for your interest in a career at the IESO. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Please note that the successful candidate must be legally eligible to work in Canada and will be subject to applicable background checks.

IESO will not conduct interviews or offer positions via online text chat or social media platforms. We will not gather personal information directly from candidates or potential candidates. Selected candidates will work with our Talent Acquisition team to ensure their application is processed.

The IESO currently has a 3-day in-office work week for applicable roles and may be based at either our downtown Toronto or Mississauga office subject to your preference. Over the course of 2026 the IESO will advance plans to acquire additional office space to accommodate more in-office time. While the timeline for moving to a full 5-day in-office model has not yet been established we are committed to keeping employees and candidates informed as plans progress and give them as much advance notice as possible to prepare for any changes.

We believe in opportunities for everyone.

At the IESO we know that achieving great results depends on embracing diversity by attracting developing and retaining people from a wide variety of backgrounds. We do this by ensuring our recruitment and advancement policies are fair and equitable and by creating an accessible and inclusive environmentone that values every team members unique skills and experiences and ensures they have the support they need to achieve their potential. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process please let us know. Were proud to say weve been recognized as a supportive inclusive employer.

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