Human Resources Specialist Jobs

Aston Carter's client is looking to add an HR Generalist to the team. They are looking for someone with strong HR Project, Policy Creation, and Employee Relations experience. If you have 3-5 years of experience in an HR Generalist capacity please apply below. We thank everyone for their applications, and we will respond to those who have successfully met the requirements.

Objectives of this role

• Suggest new procedures and policies for improving employee experience as well as the efficiency of the HR department and company
• Participate in the development of HR objectives and systems, including metrics, queries, and ongoing reports for company requirements
• Ensure compliance with local and national regulations and applicable employment laws, and update policies and procedures when necessary
• Assist in administering benefits, compensation, and employee performance programs
• Assist in developing and executing personnel procedures and policies, and provide guidance and interpretation for business operations

Responsibilities

• Prepare paperwork and schedules for a smooth new-hire onboarding process, coordinating with cross-functional departments to deliver an exceptional first-day experience
• Assist in the communication, interpretation, and upkeep of employee handbook, employee directory, and organizational chart, and contribute to policy development
• Be the primary backup for payroll processing, including biweekly and semimonthly updates to employee files, bonus/incentive pay, vacation/sick pay, expense reimbursements, hourly employee validations, and benefits changes
• Provide a dedicated and effective HR advisory service to employees that covers absence and health issues, conduct and capability, grievances, organizational change, and all other employee-relations matters
• Handle all administrative tasks for onboarding, new-hire orientations, and exit interviews, including data entry in human resources information systems (HRIS) and audits for accuracy and compliance

Required skills and qualifications

• 3-5 years of HR Generalist Experience
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• A clear understanding of Provincial employment standards and legislation
• Aptitude for problem-solving and thorough knowledge of HR procedures and policies
• Prior experience handling employee relations issues
• Bachelor's Degree in HR
• Advanced knowledge of HRIS and ability to learn new technical systems, when necessary
• Experience implementing HR Projects

Preferred skills and qualifications

• CPHR Designation
• Resourceful mindset and strong attention to detail
• Knowledge of national laws and regulations related to employment