400 - FIN&HR-SGA - HR Assistant

Connex Telecommunications Inc.; Richmond Hill; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Connex Telecommunications Inc. in Richmond Hill, Canada is seeking an HR Assistant to provide administrative and operational support to the HR team, assisting with recruitment, onboarding, employee records management, benefits administration, and HR documentation.

You will coordinate onboarding, maintain records, prepare letters, support payroll and engagement initiatives, and ensure compliance with policies and regulations.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Bachelor's degree in HR, Business Admin, or related field.
• 1–2 years of administrative or HR-related experience.
• Knowledge of Ceridian (Dayforce/PowerPay) HRIS is an asset.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Knowledge of employment standards and HR practices is an advantage.
• Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate onboarding and offboarding activities for employees and contractors.
• Assist with recruitment, onboarding, employee records management, HR documentation, and benefits administration.
• Maintain and update employee records and directories, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality.
• Prepare employment-related documentation and HR correspondence.
• Manage vacation tracking and support leave administration processes.
• Respond to employee inquiries regarding benefits and HR matters.
• Support employee benefits administration, including enrollment processes.
• Prepare and distribute monthly HR and benefits reports.
• Assist with planning and coordination of employee engagement, recognition, and wellness initiatives.
• Maintain organized HR files and compliance with policies and regulations.
• Provide administrative support for HR programs and projects.
• Provide support for payroll administration activities, with opportunity to assume additional payroll responsibilities.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Communication

Microsoft Office

Attention to detail

Prioritization

HR standards knowledge

Education

HR or Business Admin degree

Tools

Ceridian Dayforce/PowerPay

Job description

Posted Monday, August 17, 2026 at 4:00 AM

Job Description

Position: HR Assistant

Job Summary

The HR Assistant provides administrative and operational support to the Human Resources team. This role assists with recruitment, onboarding, employee records management, HR documentation, benefits administration, and employee communications while ensuring compliance with company policies and employment regulations.

Responsibilities

Coordinate employee and contractor onboarding and offboarding activities, ensuring all documentation, system access, and requirements are completed in a timely manner.

Conduct onboarding administration, including background checks, training coordination, orientation support, and maintenance of organizational charts and employee directories.

• Maintain and update employee records, HR documentation, and contractor databases, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality.

Prepare employment-related documentation, including employment letters and other HR correspondence.

Manage vacation tracking and support leave administration processes.

Respond to employee inquiries and provide clarification regarding benefits and HR-related matters.

Support employee benefits administration, including enrollment processes and responding to benefits-related inquiries.

Prepare and distribute monthly HR and benefits reports, including retirement savings plan reports, contractor workforce reports, and other recurring management reports.

Assist with the planning and coordination of employee engagement, recognition, and wellness initiatives.

Maintain organized HR files, records, and departmental documentation in compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements.

Provide administrative support for HR programs, projects, and initiatives as required.

Provide support for payroll administration activities, with the opportunity to assume additional payroll responsibilities as knowledge and experience develop.

Assist with other human resources and administrative duties, and other ad hoc assignments as needed.

Requirements

• Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.

1-2 years of administrative or HR-related experience preferred

Knowledge of Ceridian (Dayforce/PowerPay) HR Information Systems is an asset

Strong organizational and time-management skills

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

High level of confidentiality and professionalism

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)

Attention to detail and accuracy

Ability to prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment

Knowledge of employment standards and HR practices is an advantage

Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment.

Our employees are the ambassadors of CONNEX with clients and business partners. Their skills, integrity and sense of responsibility are the keys to our success. Training for all employees, regardless of their function in our organization is considered a priority. In addition, our pay scale is competitive, and we offer a full range of benefits.

You are interested to enrich your work experience? We need people like you, passionate and committed.

CONNEX Telecommunications Inc. is committed to diversity and encourages applications from all qualified candidates, especially aboriginal persons, members of sexual minority groups, persons with disabilities, visible minorities and women. Upon request by the applicant, accommodation will be provided in all parts of the hiring process.

We thank all applicants for their interest in this position, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.