Human Resources Consultant (Remote- Calgary & Edmonton)

AccessHR is excited to announce that we are continuing to grow our team, our client base, our geographic reach, and our service offerings. As a result, we are adding two Human Resources Consultants to our team to support our growth. Human Resources Consultant - Advisory and Human Resources Consultant - Projects.

ABOUT ACCESSHR

AccessHR is an Alberta-based, full-service HR Consulting firm and is best described by our tagline: Exceptional Quality - Ethical Practice - Innovative Solutions.

When it comes to supporting clients, we focus on doing the right thing. The rest has a funny way of coming together! To say we are client obsessed would be an understatement.

AccessHR has been in full operation since April 2021 and has experienced exponential growth from the beginning. We have an established team of ~30 Associates that are as client obsessed as we are, and our service offering includes:

• HR Advisory Services - subject matter experts to complement or supplement your team
• HR Projects - creation and implementation of HR processes, programs, and products
• Career Transition or Outplacement & Career Coaching
• Leader and Executive Coaching and Assessment
• Team Coaching and Building
• Compensation Analysis and Program Design
• Performance Management
• Organization Assessment
• Workplace Investigations, Remediation, and Workplace Mediation
• Search and Recruitment
• Leader and Employee Development - workshops and courses
• Respectful Workplace Training and Coaching
• Policy and Guidelines Development and Training using our DEIB framework
• Employee Surveys

POSITION SUMMARY

These positions are independent contractor roles assisting clients with ongoing HR Advisory support and HR projects. Exceptional quality and client support are the cornerstones of our services.

These are 100% remote roles with client location visits as required. A driver’s license and means of transportation are essential.

The first role will focus primarily on providing HR Advisory support in long-term client relationships. The second role will focus specifically on projects including strategic, tactical, and analytical projects.

KEY DELIVERABLES

Human Resources Consultant - Advisory

• Exceed client expectations with “above and beyond” delivery outcomes; incorporate tools and resources from the AccessHR library and combine your own expertise and experience. There is nothing “cookie cutter” about our approach.
• Engage in initial assessments and establish Human Resources advisory plans.
• Develop rapport and trust with clients; demonstrate a high level of responsiveness and expertise.
• Proactively communicate with clients; research and share interesting and useful information on an ongoing basis; be readily available and eager for a “quick question” or to brainstorm something tricky.
• Provide exceptional Human Resources support guided by an in-depth understanding of legislation and best practices, customized to meet the specific needs of each client.
• Work with the HR Practice team to continually improve our tools, resources, and ability to exceed client expectations. Continuous improvement is the name of our game.

Human Resources Consultant - Projects

• Exceed client expectations with “above and beyond” delivery outcomes; incorporate tools and resources from the AccessHR library and combine your own expertise and experience. There is nothing “cookie cutter” about our approach.
• Engage with clients and our Practice Lead in project assessment, scoping, and analysis.
• Project plan and complete all aspects of project delivery, communicating with the client and Practice Lead on a regular basis; demonstrate excellence in managing quality, time, and resources.
• Primary areas of expertise include organization assessment, process review, program creation, strategic planning, and organization design and restructure.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Emotional Intelligence: Ability to support clients through active listening, empathetic guidance, and customized consultation.
• Human Resources Expertise: Exceptional knowledge of HR best practices, employment laws, and industry trends. Strategic mindset with the ability to align HR initiatives with business objectives. Outstanding analytical skills to assess HR metrics and develop actionable insights.
• Project Management: Experience managing multiple HR projects and working with clients to drive change within an organization. Adaptability to manage diverse HR projects and evolving priorities. Proactive approach to problem-solving and decision-making.
• Communication: Outstanding communication, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills. Concise and precise correspondence and report writing style is imperative.
• Collaboration: Desire to work in a truly creative and collaborative environment without silos; brings a “how can I help” attitude to all colleague and client interactions.
• Accountability: Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines and deliverables in a fast-paced environment.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or related field.
• 10+ years’ experience in business and/or non-profit sectors.
• 5+ years’ experience in HR consulting, HR project management, or related HR functions.

ASSETS

• Master’s degree in Human Resources or related field.
• Human Resources designations including CPHR and/or SHRM highly valued.
• Experience in multiple industries and sectors.
• Experience in customer-centric, business-to-business (B2B) environments, providing simultaneous multi-client support.
• Specialized certifications including project management, data analysis, change management, mediation, workplace investigations, and/or conflict resolution.
• Assessment Certifications including Insights, DiSC, CliftonStrengths, EQ-i, and EQ 360.
• Experience working in a fully remote organization.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Opportunity to work on diverse, creative, and impactful HR projects with a vast array of really interesting clients!
• Opportunity to deliver best in class service to clients; no “hidden” restrictions on deliverables.
• Compensation includes a great hourly rate.
• Opportunity to work with a high-performing and cohesive team in a fully remote setting.
• AccessHR does not hire employees to do delivery work; as we grow our business, you will grow to be as busy as you want to be.
• Professional development and continuous learning opportunities.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

• Driver's license and access to a vehicle.
• Personal computer with Office 365, high-speed internet connection, and Zoom license.
• Expertise using video conferencing tools including Zoom and MS Teams.

APPLY

Interested candidates are invited to apply with a cover letter and resume. The position posting will close when outstanding individuals have been onboarded.

All applicants will receive a personalized response and candidates under consideration will be contacted directly. Please be advised that applications will be monitored daily, and interviews scheduled on an ongoing basis.

The candidate evaluation process will include opportunities to demonstrate communication, problem solving, and editing skills and will include assessment opportunities.