People Consultant; HR Business Partner

Company Description

UHN is Canada’s hospital and the world’s #1 publicly funded hospital. With 10 sites and more than 44,000 TeamUHN members, UHN consists of Toronto General Hospital, Toronto Western Hospital, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, Toronto Rehabilitation Institute, The Michener Institute of Education and West Park Healthcare Centre. As Canada’s top research hospital, the scope of biomedical research and complexity of cases at UHN have made it a national and international source for discovery, education and patient care.

UHN has the largest hospital‑based research program in Canada, with major research in neurosciences, cardiology, transplantation, oncology, surgical innovation, infectious diseases, genomic medicine and rehabilitation medicine. UHN is a research hospital affiliated with the University of Toronto.

Union: Non-Union

Number of vacancies: 1

Replacement or New Position: Replacement

Site: All UHN Sites (primary site: Toronto Western Hospital)

Department: People & Culture

Reports to: Director, Human Resources - People Consultants

Salary Range: $84,006 – $126,005 per annum

Hours: 37.5 per week

Status: Temporary Full-Time (18 months approximately)

Closing Date: February 28, 2026

Our People and Culture department is dedicated to fostering an inclusive, collaborative, respectful and high‑performing work environment where every team member can thrive. We champion innovative HR practices and prioritize the well‑being and growth of TeamUHN, ensuring that our workplace remains supportive and aligned with our organizational values. Are you ready to make a difference and thrive in a fast‑paced, diverse environment?

We’re searching for an energetic and forward‑thinking People Consultant to become an integral strategic partner to play a pivotal role in delivering transformative support to a vibrant and challenging portfolio that spans both unionized and non‑union teams. If you love tackling new challenges, collaborating with innovative colleagues, and driving change, this is your opportunity to shine! If you’re passionate about driving results, eager to innovate, and ready to contribute to the future of People & Culture, we want you on our team!

Join us and make a real impact every day in an environment that values your expertise and empowers you to thrive.

• Serve as a trusted advisor to your assigned client groups—including physicians—building lasting relationships and delivering expert guidance that drives business results.
• Showcase your problem‑solving skills by pinpointing root causes and pioneering creative solutions that drive organizational success.
• Identify cutting‑edge opportunities, resolve complex issues, and facilitate impactful initiatives for your business partners.
• Drive transformative impact through end‑to‑end involvement in workplace investigations, performance management, workforce planning, and employee/labor relations, ensuring excellence and consistency across your portfolio.
• Team up with talented Centers of Excellence to provide in‑depth analysis, strategic advice, and hands‑on implementation support to empower your clients and team members.
• Continuously contribute to meaningful People & Culture projects and cross‑functional activities, seizing opportunities to influence the future of our organization.
• Champion the consistent administration of HR policies and procedures, ensuring excellence across your portfolio.
• Deliver results that matter—determine root causes, solve problems creatively, and turn challenges into opportunities for organizational growth and success.

• Degree in Human Resources or Industrial Relations, or an equivalent combination of post‑secondary education and progressive HR experience.
• 3–5 years of hands‑on HR and labor relations success in unionized settings, collaborating with professional work forces and regulatory bodies.
• Certified Human Resources Professional (CHRP) designation preferred.
• Exceptional presentation, communication, and influencing skills—you engage, inspire, and deliver outstanding customer service at every touchpoint.
• Masterful at juggling priorities, owning your schedule, and staying organized while…