Human Resources Coordinator Jobs

We have a dynamic team of staff who are highly motivated with strong team spirit to provide exceptional support to our lawyers and clients. We are currently recruiting for a full time Human Resources Coordinator in our Edmonton office.

Position Overview:

Reporting to the Manager of Human Resources, our Human Resources Coordinator is responsible to provide daily human resources administration support including monthly payroll processing and benefits/pension administration to all staff and lawyers of the firm.

Our ideal candidate will have junior HR Coordinator experience, full cycle payroll administration and knowledge administering benefits and pension programs.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist the Human Resources Manager in updating and/or drafting of policies
• Coordinate the onboarding process for new hires which involves new hire start up, file creation and forms processing, onboarding checklist and Week 1 schedule and training
• Produce employment verification letters as well as ad hoc Excel documents and reports. Maintain employee files and correspondence
• Oversee the administration of benefits and pension plans, including member enrolment, terminations, and updates. Respond to employee e-mails and inquiries
• Provide administrative support to other departments as necessary
• Assist the Human Resources Manager (for the Staff) and the Committee on Associate Review (for the Associates) in facilitating regular performance evaluation process which includes preparation, collection of feedback and distribution of evaluation packages
• Provide administrative support to the firm recruitment processes such as posting jobs and scheduling interviews
• Maintain various monthly and quarterly spreadsheets and reports related to overtime, absence reporting and quarterly pension reporting as instructed by the Manager of Human Resources
• Administer full cycle payroll processing, reconciliation, and year end tasks for two payroll groups
• Participate in process improvement initiatives, office standardization, file management projects based on HR deadlines and priorities
• Participate in HRIS administration, submitting tickets, troubleshooting, time off approval and responding to inquiries
• Provide assistance in the planning and execution of Social Committee events such as summer games and holiday parties
• Plan and facilitate events that promote engagement for Edmonton location staff alongside with other members of the Employee Engagement Committee

Our Ideal Candidate:

• Has excellent interpersonal and written communication skills
• Must have strong verbal communication skills and ability to interact with all levels of employees and external partners
• Proven ability to work under pressure of time, accuracy and constant interruptions
• Demonstrates high standards of ethics and confidentiality to handle sensitive information
• Strong ability to exercise good judgement, make sound decisions, show initiative and be proactive
• Must possess strong attention to detail and high level of accuracy
• Must be results oriented and demonstrate exceptional time management and organizational skills
• Deadline and task oriented individual who acts with a sense of urgency

Key Qualifications and Education:

• Law industry experience and previous experience with HRIS systems (specifically Dayforce) would be an asset
• Possess extensive experience and proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook)
• Up to date knowledge on applicable payroll legislation and laws, employment standards legislation and compliance, HR practices and policies, pension, and benefit programs
• Post-secondary diploma or certification in human resources management and/or 1-2 years successful track record fulfilling human resources/payroll & benefit roles will be considered

What you will find at McLennan Ross:

• A highly professional environment that is built on a strong culture and spirit of teamwork
• Proven high quality of service and commitment to our clients and each other
• Competitive compensation and benefits package

Career Package:

We offer a challenging and progressive work environment together with an excellent and competitive salary/benefits package commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Qualified and talented candidates may submit their resume via email and include a cover letter to include some career highlights that demonstrate a strong fit to our requirements to:

McLennan Ross, Human Resources

600 McLennan Ross Building

12220 Stony Plain Road NW Edmonton, AB T5N 3Y4

E-mail: [email protected]

About McLennan Ross:

At McLennan Ross, you will find a community of people who are passionate about the work we do and who genuinely value and support one another. While we foster a team approach, we also value the diverse contributions and individuality of all our members.

With a shared commitment to excellence, we make a national impact through our work with clients across Canada. Our lawyers have been involved in numerous landmark cases, at all levels of the Canadian judicial system, including the Supreme Court of Canada. Many of our cases have profoundly affected the legal framework in which many businesses operate today.

Our open-door policy means you will benefit from a strong support base. It is our deep-seated belief that through continuous collaboration, we are not only providing our clients with the best possible service, we are cultivating an environment where everyone has the opportunity to learn and grow.

As a firm, we are defined by our values. They drive us. They inspire us. They inform everything we do.

Our Values:

1. Unrivaled Client Focus

Our client experience is second to none. We strive for excellence in Law and are always looking for creative, practical solutions to get the best results for our clients and the firm.

2. Passionate and driven

We’re all in! We are passionate about the work we do and are driven by results.

3. Genuine and approachable

We are unpretentious and no one calls us stuffy. We welcome diversity and know that we are better together.

4. Make a difference

We care about our clients, our community and each other and we want to make a difference in the lives of those around us.

Visit us online at mross.com.