Principal Employee Relations Specialist, Bilingual

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Canada.

📋 Description

• Act as the main point of contact for Employee Relations for Manufacturing & Commercial employees located in Canada while also supporting client groups in the United States.

• Receive, evaluate, and manage employee complaints and concerns, determining appropriate steps and ensuring resolution in accordance with company policy and relevant legislation.

• Provide counsel and collaborate with employees and all levels of management regarding employee relations issues.

• Spearhead workplace initiatives, investigations, performance improvement, disciplinary actions, employment terminations, restructurings, labor relations, crisis management, coaching, and conflict resolution.

• Create and implement proactive employee and labor relations strategies utilizing data to identify opportunities and mitigate risks.

• Offer leadership during restructuring efforts and employee transitions.

• Collaborate with HR Centers of Excellence on complex talent acquisition, leave management, organizational design, restructuring, and other HR-related issues.

• Record cases in ServiceNow and escalate issues to the ER/HR Director as necessary.

• Convert data and insights into practical recommendations and strategies.

• Lead or assist with ER/HR projects and change initiatives across Operations, Commercial, and/or Americas Employee Relations teams.

• Document complaints and Adverse Drug Reactions (ADR).

• Mentor peers and provide guidance, coaching, and training to other employees within the job area.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree with at least 7 years of relevant HR experience, or an advanced degree with a minimum of 5 years of relevant HR experience.

• Bilingual in French and English — required.

• Proven understanding of Provincial Labour Legislation.

• Demonstrated experience managing labor-related issues before Provincial Labour Boards.

• Expertise in developing and implementing strategies and recommendations for Senior Leadership.

• Experience collaborating with, influencing, and/or coaching Senior Leadership.

• Strong communication skills with a proven ability to coach and influence.

• Competence in project management and process mapping.

• Proficient presentation skills.

• Preferred: Certified HR designation.

• Preferred: Certified project management and process mapping capabilities.

• Preferred: Certification in coaching or conflict resolution.

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive salary along with a flexible benefits package.

• Short-term incentive through the Medtronic Incentive Plan (MIP).

• Commitment to employment equity and diversity.

• Reasonable accommodations provided during the recruitment process.

• Resources available for career development.

• Opportunities for lifelong learning.

• A dynamic and inclusive workplace culture.