WGL - HR Advisor
The HR Advisor provides trusted guidance to employees and managers on HR policies, programs, and practices, supporting the effective execution of the business and HR strategy. This role builds strong partnerships across the organization, serves as the first point of escalation for HR inquiries, and collaborates closely with Senior HR Business Partners and Centres of Excellence (COEs) to resolve issues, deliver HR initiatives, and ensure legislative compliance.
What You'll Do:
Provide policy input aligned to business strategy, including external benchmarking
Communicate and support the rollout of HR policies, programs, and procedures
Ensure policies are accessible, consistently applied, and operationally effective
Support deployment of COE‑led initiatives and participate in cross‑functional HR projects
Advise employees and managers on leaves, performance, promotions, benefits, and employee life‑cycle events
Coach managers on routine employee matters; escalate complex issues to HRBPs or Legal as needed
Support performance management, disciplinary actions, severance calculations, and exits, with a solid understanding of Canadian Common Law
Facilitate onboarding, offboarding, exit interviews, and employee issue resolution
Promote employee self‑service tools to improve efficiency
Prepare employee documentation and maintain accurate, compliant records
HRBP & Talent Support
Provide reporting, analytics, insights, and recommendations to support decision‑making
Support succession planning, talent reviews, workforce planning, and development activities
Partner with HRBPs on organizational changes, restructures, and outplacement coordination
Contribute to HR training and enablement materials
Partner with Talent Acquisition on hiring support as needed
Confirm headcount approvals and support job descriptions and onboarding coordination
5+ years of progressive HR experience; 2–4 years in an HR Generalist, Advisor, or Manager role
Strong understanding of business strategy, employment law, and HR best practices
Proven ability to influence leaders and manage sensitive matters with discretion
Strong communication skills and comfort working in a dynamic, evolving environment
Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field
CHRP designation preferred (or in progress)
Why Join WGL:
At WGL, you’ll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact by supporting leaders and employees in a role that balances operational excellence with strategic influence. You’ll work closely with experienced HR Business Partners and Centres of Excellence, gaining exposure to complex employee matters, organizational change, and enterprise‑level initiatives. This is an environment where collaboration, integrity, and practical problem‑solving are valued. You’ll be trusted to apply sound judgment, contribute insights that shape decisions, and continue building your HR expertise within a dynamic, evolving business. If you’re looking for a role that offers depth, credibility, and the opportunity to grow while doing work that matters, WGL provides a strong platform to do so
We offer a competitive salary range of $95,400 - $138,075 per year, commensurate with experience, education, and skills. In addition, we provide a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off.
The Company values diversity in its workforce and encourages United States military veterans and service members who meet the qualifications to apply.
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For Canadian hires: AltaGas hires personnel on the basis of job-related qualifications. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to a person's ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, record of offences, marital status, family status or disability or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
For U.S. hires: WGL/SEMCO/AltaGas offers a total rewards package that includes competitive pay, incentive bonus plans, holiday pay, 401K matching and a wide array of benefits. These benefits including medical, dental and vision coverage are designed to help you and your family stay healthy. We also have paid time off (PTO) to balance the demands of your work and personal life. Available benefits vary depending upon the specifics of the role.
U.S. affiliates of AltaGas are committed to equal employment opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, gender, age, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, family responsibilities, matriculation, physical or mental disabilities, political affiliation, genetic information, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field
- 7 years of progressively responsible HR experience or combined HR and business experience
- 2-4 years experience as an HR Generalist, Advisor or Manager
- Solid understanding of business strategy and the link to HR strategy
- Solid understanding of Canadian employment law and HR best practices
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a solutions-focused approach
- Ability to influence decision-making amongst managers and business leaders
- Ability to manage sensitive situations with discretion and professionalism
- Comfortable working in a dynamic environment with ambiguity and change
- CHRP designation or in progress
What We Do
We are a leading North American infrastructure company connecting customers and markets to affordable and reliable sources of energy. Every day, we leverage the strength of our people and our assets to connect our customers with premier energy solutions – from the well sites of upstream producers, to the doorsteps of homes and businesses, to markets around the world. With a strong portfolio of assets in some of the fastest growing energy markets, including a prominent position in the Montney basin and Utilities in key U.S. jurisdictions, we are developing an integrated footprint capable of delivering sustained value to shareholders and customers for many years to come.
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