Corporate HR Advisor

Institut Rosell-Lallemand Inc.; Montreal; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company seeks a highly motivated HR Advisor to join their team in Montreal. The role involves supporting HR functions including employee relations, performance management, and compliance, while fostering a positive work environment through proactive coaching and continuous improvement of HR practices.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the first point of contact for employee relations issues.
• Support managers on performance management and conflict resolution.
• Facilitate training on HR best practices.

Skills

Conflict resolution

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Organizational skills

Time management

Adaptability

Proficiency in French

Proficiency in English

Job description

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented HR Advisor to join our team in Montreal. The HR Advisor will play a key role in supporting various HR functions, acting as a trusted partner to managers, providing expert guidance on employee relations, HR policies, performance management, employment conditions and HR compliance. This role is pivotal in fostering a positive work environment through proactive coaching, policy interpretation, and the continuous improvement of HR documentation and practices.This position is within the Corporate Human Resources department, reporting to the Lead HRBP, and will support Canadian and American teams as required, as well as provide HR expertise to other countries as needed.

Tasks associated with this position also include, but may not be limited to:

• Serve as the first point of contact for employee relations issues, offering advice and ensuring fair and consistent application of HR policies.
• Support and coach managers on performance management, conflict resolution, disciplinary actions, and workplace investigations.
• Provide day-to-day HR support to managers, helping them navigate complex HR matters with confidence and compliance.
• Facilitate training on HR best practices, policy updates and various HR topics, including diversity & inclusion, harassment prevention, and performance management.
• Review and revise employment contracts, job descriptions, and terms and conditions of employment to ensure alignment with legal standards and organizational needs.
• Collaborate with external legal teams as needed to obtain legal advice on a variety of HR matters and to ensure documentation accuracy.
• Lead or contribute to projects related to the development, revision, and communication of HR policies, employee handbooks, and internal guidelines.
• Support HR initiatives and projects, including employee engagement surveys, conducting exit interviews and updating and verifying employee records in the HRIS.
• Assist with legislation, arbitration decisions, and collective bargaining contracts to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.
• Prepare and submit requests for government statistics and facilitate and participate in external HR audits.
• Maintain up-to-date documentation and policies that reflect current practices and legislative changes.
• Identify opportunities to streamline HR processes and enhance the employee experience.
• Participate in cross-functional HR initiatives and contribute to organizational development efforts.

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• Excellent conflict resolution skills, communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact with employees at all levels of the organization.
• High degree of professionalism, discretion and integrity, especially when handling sensitive employee matters.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build trust and credibility at all levels.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines and follow through on outstanding issues.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, paired with a proactive mindset.
• Committed to continuous learning and staying current with employment legislation and HR best practices in both Canada and the U.S.
• Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, evolving environment, comfortable multitasking.
• Adaptable and resourceful, with a strong sense of initiative and ownership over assigned responsibilities.
• Solid verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in French and English to support Canadian and US teams.