Bilingual HR Generalist (Contract) – Hybrid

Canadian Cancer Society; Halifax; Hybrid; CAD 68,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid parental leave

Family sick time

Competitive benefits package

Job summary

The Canadian Cancer Society is seeking a Bilingual HR Generalist to provide front-line HR guidance to employees and people leaders, advising on policies, onboarding, accommodation requests, and talent acquisition. This contract role runs from November 2026 to January 2028 with a hybrid work model across multiple offices.

You will partner with HR Specialists to support core HR programs, manage exit processes, handle leave management, and ensure policy interpretation is accurate while maintaining

Qualifications

• Completion of college diploma or similar with a focus on HR is considered an asset.
• Bilingual (French/English) is required for nationwide operations.
• Experience with HR policies, employee relations and onboarding recommended.

Responsibilities

• Provide front-line HR guidance to employees and people leaders.
• Support onboarding, accommodation requests, and exit processes.
• Assist with talent acquisition activities and candidate screening.
• Coordinate onboarding and coaching on selection practices.
• Inform retention and workforce planning with trend insights.

Skills

Bilingual

Communication

Teamwork

Education

College diploma in HR or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

ATS/HRIS systems

Job description

The Canadian Cancer Society is seeking a Bilingual HR Generalist to provide front-line HR guidance to employees and people leaders, advising on policies, onboarding, accommodation requests, and talent acquisition. This contract role runs from November 2026 to January 2028 with a hybrid work model across multiple offices.

You will partner with HR Specialists to support core HR programs, manage exit processes, handle leave management, and ensure policy interpretation is accurate while maintaining