Human Resources Business Partner (1-Year Term)

AECL operates on land and territories that have, since time immemorial, been the traditional lands of Indigenous peoples in Canada. Together with our contractor, Canadian Nuclear Laboratories (CNL), AECL is committed to advancing reconciliation with First Nation, Métis, and Inuit communities through a renewed relationship based on recognition of rights, mutual understanding and respect, and meaningful engagement, collaboration, and partnership.

Small Team. Big Impact.

At AECL, your expertise makes a visible difference. As a small and agile organization, individual contributions matter, and your work is closely connected to real-world outcomes that deliver lasting public value and contribute to outcomes that matter to Canada.

Energizing Canada’s Nuclear Future.

Is AECL right for you?

As a federal Crown corporation, Atomic Energy of Canada Limited's (AECL) purpose is to energize nuclear innovation and power a clean, secure, and resilient future. Through strategic investments in science, technology, infrastructure, partnerships, and talent, AECL is helping to enable the next generation of Canadian nuclear leadership, responsibly manage Canada's nuclear legacy, and invest in a stronger nuclear future for Canadians. Since 2015, AECL has been delivering its mandate through a Government-owned, Contractor-operated (GoCo) business model, whereby Canadian Nuclear Laboratories (CNL) manages and operates AECL's sites on its behalf. Working at AECL means contributing to initiatives that support clean energy, scientific innovation, environmental stewardship, and Canada's long-term prosperity.

Who this role is great for:

This role is a good fit if you:





- are energized by being a trusted HR advisor and helping leaders translate business priorities into practical people solutions;
- enjoy owning the employee experience across a client portfolio and bringing together workforce planning, recruitment, employee relations, talent and change support;
- thrive in complex, multi-stakeholder environments where sound judgment, discretion, collaboration and responsive service matter; and
- are motivated by building an inclusive workplace and helping leaders and employees navigate change with clarity and confidence.

What you will do:

In this role, you will provide end-to-end human resources support to an assigned portfolio of client groups, serving as the primary HR contact and trusted advisor for leaders and employees.

Reporting to the Director, HR Operations and Enablement, you will partner with leaders on workforce planning, recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, performance management, accommodation and abilities management, talent development, succession planning, organizational design, employee engagement, change management and employee transitions. You will help identify workforce risks and opportunities, support organizational effectiveness, and ensure people impacts are considered in decisions and change initiatives.

You will also implement corporate HR priorities, annual HR cycles,



programs and strategic initiatives, while working closely with HR colleagues to coordinate service delivery and support consistent application of HR policies, programs and practices. As an HR representative on committees, working groups and corporate initiatives, you will bring workforce insights and practical recommendations to support organizational decision-making.

What you bring:

We recognize that no candidate will meet every requirement. If your experience aligns with the core responsibilities of this role, we encourage you to apply.

- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Industrial Relations, Organizational Development, or a related field.
- Broad experience providing HR advice and support across multiple HR disciplines.
- Experience partnering with leaders on workforce planning, recruitment, talent management, employee relations, performance management, and organizational change.
- Experience interpreting and applying employment legislation, policies, and HR best practices.
- Experience working in a complex, multi-stakeholder organization and managing competing priorities while providing client-focused HR services.
- Knowledge of workforce planning, organizational effectiveness, and employee lifecycle management.
- Chartered Skilled in Human Resources (CPHR/CHRP) designation, or ability to obtain.
- Experience supporting senior leaders and management teams would be considered an asset.
- Experience in a federally regulated environment, Crown corporation, public sector, or other complex governance environment would be considered an asset.

What we bring:

Salary:

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