Manager, Industrial Relations & Workforce Investigations

Job Purpose

As the Manager, Industrial Relations & Workforce Investigations, you will primarily focus on overseeing investigations into employee misconduct while developing and executing industrial relations strategies. Your role will involve ensuring compliance with labour laws, strengthening union-management relationships, and collaborating with HR Business Partners to effectively address employment-related issues.

Responsibilities

• Conduct workplace misconduct investigations, providing actionable recommendations.
• Collaborate with management and HR on performance, grievances, and disciplinary issues.
• Manage stakeholder communications on whistleblowing and grievances.
• Perform compliance checks to uphold company policies.
• Analyze behavioral and disciplinary trends for strategic recommendations.
• Support HR in resolving disputes through mediation.
• Promote a culture of integrity and transparency.
• Communicate with unions on company initiatives and policies.
• Provide expertise on labor legislation and collective agreements.
• Organize training and tripartite activities to enhance labour relations.
• Participate in collective bargaining and annual bonus negotiations.

Qualifications & Work Experience

• Degree in any discipline.
• Minimum 7 years of experience in audit, compliance, and/or investigations.
• Experience in handling complex employee investigations and managing stakeholder communications.

Skills

• Strong analytical thinking with excellent judgment and integrity.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficient in MS Office applications and investigation-related software; relevant certifications (e.g., ACFE) preferred.
• Effective written and oral communication skills, with the ability to handle high-pressure situations.