People And Engagement Coordinator

Nelson Education Ltd. is Canada’s leading educational publisher providing innovative products and solutions for learners of all ages. Nelson values and respects the lifelong learning continuum and dedicates its business efforts to the diverse learning needs of students and educators alike.

As the largest Canadian owned and operated K-12 publisher, Nelson is a leading provider of teaching and learning solutions in the industry. We have worked to earn the confidence of Canadian educators, students and parents. Our exceptional team of sales, marketing, and editorial professionals collaborate with educators, students, ministries, and industry experts to create and promote educational resources. We involve our customers in the development of learning solutions, investing in outstanding and dedicated people, and encouraging innovative and creative solutions to real issues.

About the Role

Nelson Education is seeking a People and Engagement (P&E) Coordinator to report to the Executive Director, People and Engagement, and become an essential part of our team!

As our People and Engagement Coordinator, you'll play a crucial role in identifying, attracting, and selecting exceptional candidates who align perfectly with our company's vision and values. Your responsibilities will include posting job openings, sourcing candidates through various channels, conducting initial screenings, and coordinating interviews. You'll be the bridge that connects talented individuals to rewarding career opportunities within our organization.

Additionally, you'll collaborate closely with our People and Engagement team to ensure a smooth onboarding process for new hires, assisting in the preparation of employment contracts, and maintaining up-to-date applicant records.

Key Accountabilities

HR Coordinator Responsibilities:

• Assist in preparing payroll data and related information, in particular around onboarding and offboarding of employees.
• Provide clerical and administrative assistance to the P&E team.
• Coordinate P&E projects and meetings
• Process and prepare personnel-related documentation and reports.
• Address employee inquiries about P&E policies and regulations.
• Support day-to-day P&E operations and tasks.

Recruitment Responsibilities:

• Assist in sourcing candidates and maintain an updated database.
• Conduct initial candidate screenings and assessments.
• Provide onboarding support to new hires.
• Coordinate communication with candidates and schedule interviews.
• Collaborate with hiring managers to post job roles and utilize Applicant Tracking System (ATS) effectively.

Requirements

• Keen interest in growing in HR and a desire to develop towards an HRBP position.
• HR qualification and a post-secondary education in Human Resource Management would be a plus!
• Detail-oriented approach
• Basic knowledge of recruitment strategies and sourcing techniques
• Proficiency in utilizing Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and other recruitment tools to manage candidate databases efficiently.
• Familiarity with HR policies, regulations, and employment laws
• Previous experience in human resource management, recruitment or similar field
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Excellent organizational abilities

Benefits

• Great company culture
• Great benefits and perks, including summer Fridays, partner discounts and more!
• Hybrid work model (2-3 days in the office)
• Competitive Compensation package
• Flexible working time

You don’t have 100% of the above qualifications? Do you still think Nelson is a great fit for you? We encourage you to apply anyways!

Nelson is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to Inclusion, Equity and diversity. As part of this commitment, we do not discriminate on the basis of age, race, sex, gender, gender identity, colour, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, marital status, citizenship, veteran status, or disability status.

Should you require any accommodation during the requirement process please reach out to people and engagement team.