Manager, Employee Relations and Partnerships

Posted on: May 19, 2026

Posted by: City of Leduc

Summary

Manager, Employee Relations and Partnerships
Permanent, full-time (35 hours/week)
$119,137.20 – $148,930.60 per annum

At the City of Leduc, our mission is People. Building. Community. We offer a collaborative and dynamic workplace where our values of Teamwork, Service, Respect and Leadership guide our conduct and contribute to a healthy culture. If you would like to work as part of a progressive organization and enjoy a fast-paced environment, then this may be the opportunity for you.

Come work with us!

At the City of Leduc, we believe that an exceptional employee experience is the foundation for delivering exceptional service to our community. Our Employee Services department is at the heart of this mission, transforming traditional HR into a strategic partner that empowers our people to thrive, celebrate, and grow.

We are seeking a Manager, Employee Relations and Partnerships (ERP), to lead the next phase of our transformation. This is a pivotal leadership role for a visionary professional who excels at the intersection of strategic HR consulting, collective bargaining, and organizational culture. If you are a high-performing leader ready to reshape the future of talent strategies in a progressive municipality, we want to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities

What is the Opportunity?

Reporting to the Director, Human Resources, the Manager ERP is responsible for developing and leading the implementation of a modernized HR service delivery model. You will act as a strategic liaison to senior leadership, ensuring that our people programs are aligned with organizational goals and built on a foundation of trust and accountability.

This role exists to work collaboratively with the organization to bring the City’s People Strategy & Plan to life. From overseeing complex investigations and collective bargaining to co-creating talent management systems and workforce analytics, you will ensure our leaders are equipped to lead agile, high-performing teams. This is a high-visibility leadership position where your strategic insight will directly impact the employee experience and the overall effectiveness of the organization.

What will you do?

In this key leadership role, you will oversee the Employee Relations and Partnerships unit while acting as a trusted advisor to the organization. Key responsibilities include:

Lead and mentor a professional team of HR Business Partners and Specialists, fostering a high-performance culture through coaching, professional development, and consistent service delivery.
Provide strategic HR consulting and operational direction, ensuring services balance an in-depth understanding of diverse business units with the City’s corporate direction.
Drive the design and delivery of modernized HR programs, including performance management frameworks, workplace restoration activities, and workforce strategies that respond to a shifting environment.
Lead employee relations and collective bargaining activities, including research, trend analysis, and the development of respectful, productive relationships with union leadership.
Establish and oversee trauma-informed investigation processes that are confidential, fair, and respectful, while managing outsourced investigations and vendor contracts.
Develop and track key performance indicators (KPIs) and workforce analytics to improve evidence-based decision-making and identify organization-wide trends.
Provide expert advice and interpretation on HR policies, collective agreements, and employment legislation, including the Alberta Labour Relations Code and Human Rights Act.
Oversee unit operating budgets and contribute to the development of an employer brand and employee value proposition that attracts and retains exceptional talent.

Requirements

Who you are?
You are a strategic influencer and an avid learner who abandons old paradigms to anticipate the future needs of a modern workforce. You bring:

A bachelor’s degree with a specialization in Human Resources or a related field.
A minimum of 7 years of direct experience in Human Resources, specifically focused on strategic HR business partnering and employee relations.
At least 3 years of progressively responsible leadership experience managing high-profile projects and professional staff.
Significant expertise in conducting or managing complex workplace investigations and a deep understanding of Alberta labour legislation.
Exceptional communication and mediation skills, with a proven ability to manage high-trust relationships with senior-level stakeholders.
A growth mindset and the analytical capabilities required to interpret complex policies and achieve business results under challenging circumstances.
A commitment to fostering a team culture that is respectful, inclusive, and welcoming.

Assets include A CPHR designation, municipal experience, and familiarity with the Workday HCM platform.

What we Offer?

Working for the City of Leduc means joining a leadership team that values innovation, integrity, and meaningful impact. In this role, we offer:

Competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package, including a defined benefit pension plan and wellness supports.
A senior-leadership role with real influence, where you will shape the strategies and cultures that directly define our organizational success.
Opportunities for growth and professional development, including the ability to lead high-profile, enterprise-wide HR transformations.
A collaborative and value-driven workplace, where your expertise is trusted and your commitment to a respectful workplace is shared.
Work-life balance and a culture of belonging, supported by flexible thinking and a focus on sustainable, high-impact workloads.
A free annual pass to City of Leduc recreation facilities, providing you and your family access to health and wellness programs.

Important Notes!

The successful candidate must provide a current Criminal Record Check at their own expense.
Please include a cover letter outlining how your strategic leadership experience in employee relations aligns with this pivotal role.

Ready to Join Us?

If you are an HR innovator ready to lead a high-performing team and help us shape an employee experience that truly stands out, we encourage you to apply. Apply today at www.leduc.ca/careers.

Competition closes at 11:59 pm (MT) on June 05, 2026. Due to the high volume of resumes received, we are not able to respond to individual phone calls. This competition may be used to fill future vacancies at the same or lower classification level. We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for interviews will be contacted.

Job Type

Full Time

Employer Contact

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Salary Range

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Closing Date

June 5, 2026

Posting ID: 38500

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