Human Resources Associate – 3 to 4 month contract
The Human Resources Associate will join the Human Resources team to provide administrative and program support. The incumbent will provide confidential HR support to the operations and activities of the department in all areas of human resources responsibility. This hands-on role will increase the efficiency, delivery, awareness, and engagement of HR efforts to employees across all levels of the business across two office locations.
RESPONSIBILITIES
• Execute projects focused on foundational HR functions and organizational development.
• Utilize our Human Resources Information to update employee data, ensuring electronic and hardcopy employee files are maintained and up to date;
• Update Learning Management System as needed
• Organize logistics (meeting rooms, materials, and food) for internal training sessions.
• Assist in the recruitment process
• Answer employee or leader questions regarding HR policies and procedures
• Perform tasks associated with administering HR related programs and initiatives
• Write employee correspondences (employment letters, LOA letters, offer letters) and communications to the site via monitors, newsletters, crib notes etc.
• Review and update HR policies and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to meet annual review commitment;
• Monitor, respond or direct incoming emails appropriately from the general HR inbox;
• Use Excel and PowerPoint to analyze and report on key indicators and metrics
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE
• Enrolment in a Post-Graduate Diploma program specializing in Human Resource Management
• Working towards CHRL designation an asset
• Previous experience in a professional office environment
• Demonstrated previous HR communications experience
• Strong proficiency with MS Office suite (i.e. Outlook, Word, Excel & PowerPoint) is required with preference given to those with exposure to Visio
• Demonstrated knowledge of workplace and employment legislation
• Demonstrated enthusiasm to continue expanding skills and knowledge in the Human Resources field;
• Proven ability to quickly adapt and learn new HR policies, practices and procedures;
