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Working at Fanshawe College

Fanshawe College is committed to the principles of hybrid work and may offer this option to employees whose work can be performed in an alternate location, without adverse impact to the operations of the College, inclusive of our Student and Staff experience. Confirmation of hybrid work options available to you will be clarified upon hire and may be subject to change based on the duties required of your position. Successful candidates will be required to perform work within Ontario and must be available to work on campus, as required.

Posting Closing Date: March 9, 2026

Campus Location: London, ON

Department: ELR1 Employee and Labour Relations

Employment Group: Administrative

Pay Details: $98,395.00 - $122,994.00 Salary

Worker Sub-Type: Regular

Time Type: Full time

Remote Type: Hybrid

Contract End Date: 

Hours of Work per Week: 37.5

Job Description:

Note: This is a deemed critical replacement vacancy.

Why this Role is Important  

The Human Resource Business Partner (HRBP), reporting to the Director, Employee and Labour Relations, plays a key role in supporting leaders and teams through complex and evolving challenges. The HRBP partners closely with their portfolio to provide practical, trusted HR guidance that helps leaders make informed, people-centred decisions aligned with the College’s strategic priorities.

Working as a strategic advisor, the HRBP supports leaders across organizational design, staffing and position structures, employee and labour relations, investigations, performance management, and workforce planning. This role requires sound judgment, strong collaboration, and a steady presence—ensuring human resource practices are fair, compliant, and responsive to both operational needs and employee experience.

How You’ll Make an Impact 

Employee & Labour Relations

• Provide expert guidance to ensure compliance with employment legislation, collective agreements, and regulatory requirements

• Lead and support employee and labour relations matters, including investigations, performance concerns, misconduct, harassment and discrimination, discipline, terminations, restructures, and layoffs, while managing organizational risk

• Conduct fact-finding investigations, analyze evidence, prepare reports, briefing notes, recommendations, and disciplinary documentation

• Within the assigned portfolio act as the HR lead for grievances and dispute resolution within the portfolio, including preparation, representation, arbitration participation, and job classification matters

• Educate and advise leaders on the application and interpretation of collective agreement provisions

HR Consultation & Advisory Support

• Partner with portfolio leaders to understand operational needs and provide practical, people-centred HR advice and coaching

• Provide interpretation and consultation on HR policies, practices, legislation, and collective agreements

• Support leaders on performance management, attendance, accommodations, leaves, workforce planning, and employee development

• Collaborate on organizational and structural reviews, including job design, job descriptions, job evaluations, and evaluation committees

• Conduct risk, cost, and impact analysis and support the implementation of approved organizational recommendations

• In conjunction with Organizational Development & Learning identifies training needs and opportunities within their portfolio

• Provides formal and informal training and guidance to leaders on HR best practice for people management, enhancing leader’s human resource knowledge

HR Operations & Projects

• Lead and support recruitment activities as required, including mid-level leadership roles and peak hiring periods

• Guide leaders through interview design, candidate assessment, and selection in alignment with best practices and legislative requirements

• Provide HR operational support related to compensation, benefits, leaves, payroll, and employee programs

• Partner with Disability Management and leaders on accommodations and return-to-work planning

• Support HR reporting, data accuracy, analytics, and corporate HR initiatives

• Participate in HR committees, training, special projects, and the implementation of HR and College strategic priorities

All Other Duties as Assigned.

What You’ll Bring   

• Post secondary 3-year diploma/degree in Human Resources or related discipline

• CHRL designation preferred

• 7 years' of progressive generalist experience with demonstrated experience providing a full range of HR consultation in a unionized environment 

• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered

• Knowledge of human resources and labour relations principles, procedures, practices and relevant legislation 

• Advanced critical thinking and problem solving

• Ability to engage stakeholders through superior communication, and influence and negotiate solutions to challenging issues

• Proactively approaches work and takes initiative

• Team player

• Must be proficient in various computer applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, MS Teams, and HRMS (Workday preferred)

What This Opportunity Offers  

• Comprehensive Pension & Benefits: Join a defined-benefit pension plan (through the CAAT Pension Plan) that delivers predictable lifetime retirement income, plus dental, disability, travel insurance and extended health coverage

• Vacation: Enjoy paid time off and benefit from a scheduled holiday closure that offers additional rest and time with family during the winter season 

• Tuition & Professional Development: Continue your learning journey — eligible employees and their dependents can take select Fanshawe programs or courses at a reduced cost 

• Inclusive, Meaningful Campus environment: Work alongside passionate colleagues in an inclusive culture that values diversity, drives student success, and connects you to the local community and campus life

Ready to Apply? 

If you’re interested in partnering with leaders to support people, culture, and organizational effectiveness across the College, we encourage you to apply by the specified closing date.

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Educational Credentials

While transcripts are not required for the interview, they are mandatory as a condition of employment.

Equity, Diversity and Inclusion

Fanshawe College is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to equity, value diversity, and welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds.

Accommodation

Fanshawe College provides accommodations to job applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process. If a job applicant requires an accommodation during the application process or through the selection process, the hiring manager and the recruiter leading the recruitment will work with the applicant to meet the job applicant’s accommodation needs. Accommodation requests per the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act can be emailed to: askhr@fanshawec.ca

Land Acknowledgement

Fanshawe College would like to acknowledge and honour the Anishinaabe, Lotinuhsyuní and Lenape people of southwestern Ontario as the traditional owners and custodians of the lands and waterways where Fanshawe College is located.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.

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