Senior HR Consultant

Job Description

<h3>Job Description</h3><p>Job Description<p><p>Highbridge Human Capital is a boutique consulting firm specializing in building people potential. We partner with organizations across Canada to design and deliver customized HR and recruitment solutions that strengthen leadership, enhance workplace culture, and support long-term growth.</p><p>Our firm is built around two core divisions: Advisory Services and Talent Management. Together, they provide comprehensive people solutions that span every stage of the employee life cycle. The Advisory team focuses on HR strategy, policy, compliance, and organizational development, while the Talent Management division supports clients with recruitment, workforce planning, and talent strategy.</p><p>The Highbridge team works remotely, collaborating across provinces to share knowledge and deliver exceptional client service. We are known for building trusted relationships, providing practical and actionable solutions, and maintaining an approach rooted in integrity, responsiveness, and results.</p><p><strong>The Opportunity</strong></p><p>As a key member of the Advisory Services team, the HR Consultant provides expert guidance and hands-on support to a range of clients. This senior consulting role requires a confident professional who can work independently, manage multiple priorities, and advise leadership teams with professionalism and discretion.</p><p>You’ll lead HR projects, assess client needs, and implement solutions that are practical, compliant, and aligned with business goals. The ideal candidate brings strong HR expertise, sound judgment, and a relationship-driven approach. They’re collaborative by nature but comfortable operating with autonomy, approaching each engagement with accountability and a genuine commitment to client success.</p><p><strong>As an HR Consultant you will:</strong></p><ul><li>Work from your home office and spend 1–2 days per week on-site with clients in Kamloops and surrounding communities.</li><li>Provide professional HR guidance, coaching, and expertise to client leadership teams on a wide range of HR matters including compliance, employee relations, and organizational development.</li><li>Lead and contribute to projects such as compensation reviews, job evaluation, policy and handbook development, performance frameworks, and workplace culture initiatives.</li><li>Conduct HR audits and develop clear, actionable recommendations to strengthen client processes, programs, and systems.</li><li>Take ownership of client projects from planning through execution, ensuring timelines, deliverables, and communication are consistently managed with professionalism and accountability.</li><li>Develop and deliver polished presentations and supporting materials to introduce new policies, programs, or frameworks to client teams and leadership groups.</li><li>Design and facilitate training sessions for employees and managers on topics such as leadership, respectful workplace practices, and HR compliance.</li><li>Support clients in aligning HR practices with business objectives to enhance engagement, retention, and overall organizational effectiveness.</li><li>Advise on and manage sensitive employee relations issues, including performance management, investigations, conflict resolution, and disciplinary action.</li><li>Coach and support managers in handling day-to-day HR responsibilities and navigating change with confidence and consistency.</li><li>Mentor and guide junior consultants to support their development, ensuring quality and consistency across Highbridge deliverables.</li><li>Collaborate with other Highbridge consultants to deliver seamless, high-quality service across both the Advisory and Talent Management divisions.</li><li>Contribute to continuous improvement within Highbridge by sharing insights, refining processes, and helping strengthen our client service frameworks.</li></ul><p><strong>Requirements</strong></p><ul><li>7–10 years of progressive HR experience, including direct work in policy development, compliance, and employee relations.</li><li>Post-secondary education in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field; CPHR designation or eligibility is an asset.</li><li>Proven ability to build strong, trusted relationships with client leadership teams and provide professional, practical advice.</li><li>Suitable home office setup with reliable internet, a valid driver’s license, access to a reliable vehicle, and the ability to travel to client sites in Kamloops and surrounding communities (within a 2–3 hour radius).</li><li>Strong knowledge of employment legislation and HR best practices, including Employment Standards, Human Rights, Occupational Health and Safety, and related laws.</li><li>Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including facilitation, coaching, and conflict resolution.</li><li>Demonstrated ability to design and deliver engaging presentations that communicate complex information clearly to leadership teams and employees.</li><li>Experience developing and facilitating training programs for managers and employees on topics such as leadership, respectful workplace practices, and HR compliance.</li><li>Skilled in project management and capable of balancing multiple priorities while driving change and improving efficiencies for both clients and internal Highbridge initiatives.</li><li>Highly self-motivated and accountable, with sound judgment and the ability to operate effectively with minimal supervision.</li><li>Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with experience interpreting complex HR issues and delivering practical solutions.</li><li>Collaborative team player comfortable working in a remote, multi-consultant environment.</li><li>Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and other digital collaboration tools.</li><li>Experience working with Indigenous communities and organizations is considered a strong asset.</li></ul><p><strong>Benefits</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Competitive Compensation</strong>: Hourly rate based on skills and experience</li><li><strong>Travel Reimbursement:</strong> Coverage for client on-site visits. </li><li><strong>Flexible Work Structure:</strong> Freedom to organize your schedule around client commitments and project deliverables</li><li><strong>Meaningful Work:</strong> Diverse projects that expand your HR expertise and create measurable impact for clients</li></ul></p></p>