Senior Human Resources Consultant

Peregrine Team is hiring a Human Resources Consultant to support a client based in Washington. This position is a contract role with full benefits and competitive pay.

About the Role

FMLA: Exempt

Peregrine Team is seeking an experienced HR Consultant to deliver high-impact HR advisory services in a dynamic environment. This role will act as a strategic partner to leadership, providing guidance across a broad range of HR functions with a strong emphasis on employee relations, compliance, and union engagement.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as a strategic advisor to leadership on HR policies, practices, and risk mitigation
• Partner with leaders to assess organizational needs and provide recommendations on workforce planning, organizational design, and talent strategy
• Provide expert guidance on complex employee relations matters, including investigations, conflict resolution, and corrective actions
• Advise on union-related matters, including interpretation of collective bargaining agreements (CBAs), grievance processes, and labor relations strategy
• Ensure compliance with federal, Washington state, and local employment laws, proactively identifying and mitigating risk
• Analyze HR data, trends, and metrics to inform decision-making and provide actionable insights to leadership
• Support and guide performance management processes, including coaching strategies, development planning, and performance improvement
• Advise on leave of absence, accommodations, and related compliance (e.g., FMLA, ADA)
• Lead or support HR audits, compliance reviews, and process assessments to identify gaps and recommend scalable solutions
• Partner with stakeholders to drive change management initiatives, including restructures, policy implementation, and organizational transitions
• Facilitate training sessions and provide guidance to managers on HR best practices and leadership effectiveness
• Collaborate with internal teams and external partners (e.g., legal counsel) as needed to support business objectives
• Provide recommendations to enhance HR programs, policies, and overall employee experience

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive HR experience, preferably in an HR advisory or consulting capacity
• Required: Experience working in a unionized environment, including collective bargaining agreement (CBA) interpretation and grievance handling
• Strong knowledge of HR best practices, employment laws, and regulatory compliance at the federal, state, and local levels (Washington preferred)
• Demonstrated expertise in employee relations, including conducting investigations and managing complex, sensitive situations
• Advanced proficiency in HRIS platforms and Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint)
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to influence and advise stakeholders at all levels
• High level of discretion with the ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with professionalism and integrity
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills in a fast-paced environment
• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field preferred
• SHRM-CP, PHR, or other relevant HR certification preferred