HR Associate

We are partnered with a leading international bank in their search for a HR Associate. This is an exciting opportunity to support a globally established business across all facets of HR. This is a generalist role but will have a focus on payroll & recruitment.

Responsibilities of HR Associate:

• Ensure HR operational service and delivery activities are continuously maintained and improved.
• Work with business partners & external recruiters to support their hiring needs and securing top talent.
• Support the year-end compensation review process with efficiency and accuracy, focusing on minimal errors and speed, as well as optimal retention and motivation.
• Provide policy interpretation, eligibility determination and day-to-day administration of benefits. Liaise with third-party benefit providers to processes invoices and other benefit claims.
• Prepare and aggregate HRIS data, reporting and dashboards.
• Participation in the Joint Health & Safety Committee. Administers the bank’s health & safety programs, including compliance, training and workplace ergonomics.
• Any other special projects as assigned.

Skills & Qualifications of HR Associate:

• Completion of post-secondary education in Human Resources. A business degree or a professional designation such as CHRP would be preferred.
• Minimum 3 - 5 years’ work experience in a progressive Human Resources function.
• Prior related experience in a financial institution would be preferable. Knowledge and experience in the operation of a Schedule III Bank would be an asset.
• Knowledge of HRIS systems. Past experience working with SAP Success Factors & Kronos time & attendance will be an asset.
• Demonstrate a foundational understanding of Canadian employment / labor laws to help support compliance across activities. Research trends and/or ideas related to HR operations (and HR broadly), tech & ops advancements and/or business insights to take on stretch assignments and/or exceed team and SLA standards.
• Able to work Independently on projects with little oversight, able to learn quickly and dissect complicated issues within a large and complex framework.

If you're interested in this opportunity, please apply now or email your CV directly to megan.gallagher@robertwalters.com