Fractional HR Leadership
Senior HR Leadership, Without the Full-Time Hire
PartnerHR delivers fractional HR leadership for organizations that need experienced, steady HR direction without adding permanent headcount. We step in quickly to stabilize operations, align leadership, manage risk, and move critical priorities forward with clarity and structure. Based in Edmonton, we support organizations across Alberta.
When Fractional HR Leadership Makes Sense
Fractional support is the right fit when you need real HR leadership, not a list of tasks.
- Your HR lead role is vacant or transitioning
- You need an interim HR leader while recruiting or restructuring
- Leaders are making people decisions without consistent HR guidance
- Labour relations risk is increasing and needs senior oversight
- You want to professionalize HR systems, policies, and standards
- You need a trusted HR partner for executive decision support
What You Get
- A senior HR leader who can operate at the leadership table
- Clear priorities, clear decisions, and follow-through
- Practical HR systems and standards that fit your organization
- Calm, direct guidance for complex people situations
- Controlled support that scales with capacity and business needs
What PartnerHR Can Own as Your Fractional HR Lead
HR Leadership and Decision Support
Bring structure to decisions and consistency to leadership practice.
- Executive guidance on people decisions and risk
- Leadership coaching for tough conversations and performance issues
- Policy interpretation and practical application support
- Standards for documentation, communication, and process
Labour Relations Oversight
Senior LR support integrated into day-to-day leadership.
- Union strategy support and employer-side guidance
- Support through grievances, investigations, and complex employee relations
- Leader training for unionized workplace fundamentals
- Preparation for bargaining cycles and agreement implementation
HR Operations Stabilization
Make the function dependable so leaders stop firefighting.
- HR process baseline and improvements
- Role clarity, workflows, and accountability
- Practical templates and tools for consistent execution
- Advisory support for employee relations and performance management
Change, Integration, and Reorganizations
Support leadership through change with cleaner execution.
- HR planning for reorganizations and role changes
- Integration support following acquisitions or internal restructuring
- Communications planning support for leadership alignment
- Respectful transition handling and follow-through
Coverage and Continuity
Keep momentum during leadership gaps or periods of growth.
- Interim HR coverage during leave, vacancy, or transition
- Support while onboarding a permanent HR leader
- Knowledge transfer, documentation, and training to reduce dependency
Engagement Models
Fractional HR lead (ongoing):
consistent weekly or biweekly cadence with defined scope
Interim HR leadership:
short-term leadership coverage during transition
Stabilization sprint:
focused work over a defined period to fix gaps and set standards
Advisory retainer:
decision support and guidance with controlled hours
How Engagements Work
Discovery & Fit
Confirm what you need, what success looks like, and what capacity allows.
Scope & Cadence
Define what PartnerHR owns, meeting rhythm, and decision pathways.
Execution
Stabilize priorities, build standards, and support leaders through active issues.
Transition or Sustain
Either maintain the model long-term or hand off cleanly to internal HR leadership.
Who this Work Fits Best
Organizations that need senior HR leadership but are not hiring full-time
Teams in transition that need interim leadership and stability
Leaders who want fewer surprises, cleaner decisions, and stronger standards
Employers that want expert HR support with controllable scope
Testimonials
What people are saying about us
I have worked with Kent over the past 20 years and have consistently seen his expertise in labour relations and disability management. He is a trusted partner in navigating complex workplace matters and identifying practical, well-considered solutions. I am confident in his ability to provide valuable guidance and results to any organization he supports.
Tyson Joyce
Kent’s extensive knowledge and depth of HR experience provided steady leadership during critical moments for our organization. His guidance helped us navigate complex issues with clarity and confidence. His advice on leadership and risk management was both practical and highly effective.
Travis Chapman
We engaged Kent to support a client through a collective bargaining process and align HR policies with the new agreement. His professionalism, deep labour relations expertise, and ability to manage complexity stood out immediately. Both our team and the client were extremely pleased with the outcomes and his collaborative approach.
Greg Hussey
Kent supported our organization through the implementation of our first collective agreement. His strong HR foundation, combined with labour relations expertise, made him an invaluable partner and elevated our internal capability. His communication, accountability, and steady guidance ensured a smooth deployment and long-term confidence within our leadership team.
Megan Vaughan
Service Area
PartnerHR is based in Edmonton and supports organizations across Alberta. Remote support available when the work allows.
Get Started
If you need senior HR leadership without hiring full-time, request a consultation today.