University of Toronto

HR Consultant

University of Toronto$93K — $109K *
Business Services
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • University degree in a relevant discipline with progression towards CHRP designation or equivalent experience.
  • Minimum 5 years of advanced human resources experience with a focus on complex matters.
  • Proven experience in interpreting and applying collective agreements and employment legislation.
  • Strong knowledge of recruitment, job evaluation, salary administration, and labour relations.
  • Familiarity with HR best practices in large, diverse organizations.

Responsibilities

  • Support clients by providing a range of HR services and strategic advice.
  • Advise on employment policies, workplace investigations and organizational change.
  • Guide clients in recruitment, job design, and salary administration.
  • Partner with clients to address and resolve staff concerns and complex HR matters.
  • Contribute to attendance and disability management as part of a cross-functional team.
  • Maintain essential HR administrative systems and documentation.
  • Collaborate with the HR team on strategic initiatives and special projects.

Benefits

  • Full-time position with a possibility of continued employment.
  • Opportunity to work in a diverse and large organizational environment.
  • Exposure to strategic HR initiatives and practices.
  • Collaborative team environment with a chance to mentor junior staff.
Full Job Description
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 including 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, organizational 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, plus 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 organizational 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 organizational 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 course work leading to the 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; demonstrated experience 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. Sound knowledge of human resources best practices and employment related legislation in a large, complex, diverse organization. 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 organizational 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: 06/23/2026,11:59PM ET
Employee Group: Salaried
Personnel Subarea:PM
Appointment Type: Budget - Continuing
Schedule: Full-Time
Pay Scale Group & Hiring Zone: PM 3 -- Hiring Zone: $93,592 - $109,190 -- Broadband Salary Range: $93,592 - $155,985
Job Category: People Strategy, Equity & Culture

About University of Toronto

The University of Toronto is a public research university located in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. It is the largest university in Canada by enrollment and one of the top-ranked universities in the world. The university offers undergraduate and graduate programs in a wide range of academic disciplines, including arts, sciences, engineering, and business. The University of Toronto is known for its research excellence and has produced many notable alumni, including four Nobel laureates. The university was founded in 1827 and has three campuses in the Toronto area.
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