Team Lead, HR Business Partners

Job Description - Team Lead, HR Business Partners (55869) Job Description Team Lead, HR Business Partners Job Number : 55869 Shape the organization's future by translating business strategy into impactful people strategies! We are seeking an HR/LR professional to join our multifaceted team. Reporting to the Director, Workforce Partnerships, the Team Lead HR Business Partners operates in an integrated and dynamic business model to provide strategic-level human resource services to internal clients. The Team Lead HR Business Partners collaborates with the department's senior leadership team to understand business strategy and priorities and translates those business needs into effective people strategies. This position guides a team of human resources professionals in building organizational capacity, structures, and processes, supporting business areas in leading their workforce, and increasing organizational effectiveness. It also provides comprehensive labour relations services in a demanding, fast-paced environment. What will you do? Lead a team of HR professionals by integrating and communicating key information to drive client service excellence, while leveraging a deep understanding of operational needs to provide strategic and impactful advice Drive the strategic alignment of HR initiatives with overarching organizational goals and objectives Serve as a trusted advisor to senior leadership, providing expert guidance on complex HR challenges and opportunities Mentor and guide a team of HR Business Partners to advise on collective agreements, effectively manage workplace disputes, and provide sound performance management advice to clients in a portfolio-based model Apply advanced understanding of Alberta labour legislation including the Labour Relations Code, the Employment Standards Code, and the Alberta Human Rights Act to provide expert advice, identifying risks and developing mitigation strategies Provide strategic advice and guidance on organizational development & design, change leadership, issues management, talent management, and roll-out of corporate HR initiatives for their clients, including designing and implementing team effectiveness strategies In collaboration with colleagues across the Employee Services Branch, deliver on key corporate projects and initiatives (lead and/or participate in the development, implementation, and communication of corporate human resources related programs, projects, initiatives, policies and processes) Qualifications : Knowledge, training and/or education in Business, Human Resources, Labour/Industrial Relations or a related discipline Experience leading a multidisciplinary team of HR professionals in a large, complex organization Senior-level labour relations experience, including providing advice to a diverse range of clients in the areas of grievance disputes and interpretation of collective agreements Related experience providing advice and strategic human resources consulting to senior-level management Proven project management, change management, creative problem solving, systems thinking, and organizational skills Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered Assets: A Chartered Professional in Human Resources Designation (CPHR) Additional training in public administration and/or financial management Skills required for success: Proven ability to inspire, motivate, and empower teams to achieve exceptional results and foster a positive work environment Strong political acumen, strategic planning, issue resolution and decision-making skills Demonstrate a willingness to challenge the status quo and propose strategies that foster sustained employee engagement Proven ability to inspire trust, build meaningful connections and establish collaborative working relationships with partners in the HR system to ensure effective, integrated, cooperative and streamlined delivery of HR programs and services Present complex ideas to diverse audiences, build positive relationships, and establish clear expectations Demonstrate service excellence, embracing diversity and promoting inclusiveness Alignment to our Cultural Commitments and Leadership Competencies ( https://bit.ly/4brRrXm ) Embracing a culture of equity, diversity, reconciliation and inclusion Conditions of Employment and Work Environment: 1 permanent, full-time position Hours of Work: 36.9 hours per week, Monday - Friday. This position ​may be eligible for a hybrid work arrangement ​with ​the flexibility to work from both home and the worksite Salary: (Annually) $130,637.93 - $163,297.94 Hire is dependent on a Criminal Information Check satisfactory to the City of Edmonton. There may be a cost associated with this requirement The City of Edmonton values applicants with a diverse range of skills, experiences and competencies, and encourages you to apply. We strive to provide reasonable access and accommodations throughout the recruitment process. To request an accommodation, please contact [email protected] . Learn more about our benefits https://bit.ly/COEbenefits . Talent sourced through this process may be considered for similar opportunities within the City of Edmonton. Recruitment Consultant: JM/SB This requisition is open to internal candidates only. Classification Title : PT4 - Human Resources Posting Date : Aug 25, 2026 Closing Date : Sep 4, 2026 11:59:00 PM (MDT) Number of Openings (up to) : 1 - Permanent Full-time Union : Management Department : Employee Services Work Location(s) : Century Place, 9th Floor, 9803 - 102A Avenue Edmonton T5J 3A3 Connect with us! LinkedIn Facebook FAQ City of Edmonton Website Talent Hub