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Role: HR Consultant Location: Kamloops, BC About Highbridge Human Capital We are a boutique human resources consulting group specialized in building people potential. We offer client-customized people solutions and administrative services across North America and globally. By aligning people solutions with integrated business strategy, we help organizations gain a competitive people advantage. Highbridge Human Capital offers a collaborative and supportive team that is committed to maximizing the potential of every individual we work with. The Highbridge team works remotely across Canada, allowing our team members to work outside of a traditional office environment. The Opportunity: A Day in the life of the HR Consultant The HR Consultant is a pivotal member of the Highbridge HR team. A pro-active self-starter with a strong sense of internal motivation, this individual is driven to execute tasks and projects, and loves getting things done! The HR Consultant will support in a variety of HR projects, research, and ad-hoc advisory services. As the HR Consultant, you are comfortable performing duties independently based on broad general direction, and able to leverage the support of the full HBC team of Recruitment and HR professionals to consult with and troubleshoot any arising issues. As an HR Consultant you will: Dedicate a majority of your work week to time on-site with clients in Kamloops and the surrounding area, providing guidance, expertise, and coaching regarding HR issues. Act as a partner to clients in reaching goals and cultivating a talent-oriented approach. Lead and/or support projects including compensation analysis, wage grid creation, performance review, and other relevant HR projects. Conduct HR audits and analysis to identify existing gaps in client HR processes and generate HR Review Reports with recommendations. Develop customized policy handbooks to ensure compliance with current legislation. Align HR policies and programs with clients business strategies. Assist client leadership teams with the definition, planning, and implementation of HR Programs. Support client leadership teams and act as an HR expert for employee issues. Partner with HBC consultants and clients to provide a full range of HR services. Provide ongoing coaching and guidance regarding HR strategy and employee relations issues. Assist with employee discipline, workplace conflict, individual performance improvement plans, and terminations. Review and update job descriptions and create new job descriptions as required. Provide guidance and implementation support of performance management models aligned with clients business objectives. Develop and monitor programs to promote positive employee relations. Interpret, apply, and administer client policies and/or collective agreements. QUALIFICATIONS 3+ years of progressively responsible human resource experience. Strong relationship management abilities. Demonstrated experience developing policies and providing guidance. Sound knowledge of human resources best practices and employment-related legislation. Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities. Highly self-motivated and able to work independently. Team player with experience in remote team environments. Strong computer skills; expert level capability in MS Office Suite. Superior verbal and written communication skills. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Proactive customer-service orientation. Tact, empathy, and confidentiality in sensitive situations. Detail-oriented and committed to accuracy. Experience with Indigenous Peoples is considered an asset. Awareness of Indigenous Peoples customs and cultures is considered an asset. NOTE: Only those applicants under consideration will be contacted. We are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Employment decisions are based on merit and business needs. Reasonable accommodation is available for qualified individuals with disabilities, upon request. #J-18808-Ljbffr