Manager, Labour Relations

Excellent career opportunity within labour relations- these roles do not open up often in Vancouver! Interesting and complex LR work, very competitive compensation, great leadership, and a fantastic team-based culture. There is also opportunity for long-term career development based on great performance. Very robust total compensation package.

Our client is a stable and reputable organization with a storied history and an admirable mandate. This organization is dynamic and has a fun-loving corporate culture. Led by an impressive senior leadership team and a strong Board of Directors.

The company is seeking a new Labour Relations
Manager who will report directly into an inspiring Labour Relations Senior Director. The Labour Relations Manager will be responsible for dispute resolution, labour legislation interpretation, and grievance administration while abiding by collective agreements with unions. This is a fantastic opportunity to work for a well-established Canadian organization with a long history. The successful running of this organization has a significant impact at municipal, provincial, and federal levels.

Swim Recruiting will provide interested and qualified candidates with a full job description.

We are seeking individuals who are passionate about labour relations and who have a combination of relevant post-secondary education and at least 5 years of relevant work experience within labour relations, preferably in the province of British Columbia. Ideally candidates will have graduated from a Labour Relations Masters program, but this is not necessarily required. Qualified candidates will be great diplomats, able to manage through conflict while not being confrontational themselves, and calm under pressure.

A sense of humour is paramount, as is patience and a dedicated work ethic.

Vancouver, BC. After training & onboarding, the LR Manager can choose to work from home 2 days a week (and occasionally 3 days). The Manager should have reliable access to their own vehicle, with current insurance and a valid driver’s license, to be able to easily make work trips around the lower mainland.

The salary range for this role is $95K to $150K. The employee will also be eligible for a bonus program, a pension (automatic employer contribution, not a match), a monthly car allowance, health & dental benefits, paid time off, a health & wellness allowance, and employer support for professional development and continuous learning.