HR Generalist (12-18 month contract)

Molecular Diversity Preservation International; Toronto; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team as an HR Generalist in a pioneering organization dedicated to scholarly publishing. This role is vital in supporting HR operations, managing recruitment, and fostering employee relations. You will ensure compliance with labor laws while promoting a culture of continuous learning and professional growth. With competitive health insurance and convenient transportation links, this position offers a unique opportunity to thrive in a fast-paced, multicultural environment. Be part of a team that values diversity and inclusion, contributing to meaningful initiatives in the scientific community.

Benefits

Competitive Health Insurance Packages

Convenient Transportation Links

Opportunities for Growth

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in HR Generalist role with recruitment focus.
• Strong understanding of Canadian labor laws and HR best practices.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end recruitment process and employee onboarding.
• Serve as primary contact for HR policies and employee concerns.

Skills

Recruitment

Employee Relations

Compliance with labor laws

Performance Management

HR Administration

Training and Development

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources

Business Administration

Tools

HR Systems

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

We are seeking a dedicated and dynamic HR Generalist to join our MDPI Toronto office. This stand-alone role will be an integral part of our regional HR team, reporting directly to the HR Manager Europe & North America. This role is crucial in supporting the office's growth and ensuring smooth HR operations, including managing employee onboarding processes, conducting recruitment efforts, maintaining accurate employee records, facilitating communication between departments, and more.

Tasks & Responsibilities

• Recruitment: Manage the end-to-end recruitment process, including job postings, candidate sourcing, interviewing, and onboarding new employees. Work closely with hiring managers to understand staffing needs and ensure the timely hiring of qualified candidates.
• Employee Relations: Serve as the primary point of contact for employees regarding HR policies, procedures, and benefits. Address and resolve employee concerns and issues in a timely and effective manner.
• Compliance: Ensure compliance with local labor laws and regulations. Maintain up-to-date knowledge of employment legislation and advise management on necessary actions.
• Performance Management: Assist in the development and implementation of performance management processes. Support managers in conducting performance reviews and managing employee development plans.
• HR Administration: Maintain employee records, prepare HR reports, and manage HR documentation. Oversee employee benefits administration and ensure accurate record-keeping.
• Training and Development: Identify training needs and coordinate training programs to enhance employee skills and performance. Promote continuous learning and professional development within the office.
• HR Projects: Participate in regional HR projects and initiatives as required. Collaborate with the regional HR team to align local HR practices with global HR strategies.

Requirements

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Experience: Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in an HR Generalist role or a similar position, with a focus on recruitment, preferably in a stand-alone capacity.
• Knowledge: Strong understanding of Canadian labor laws and HR best practices. Familiarity with payroll processes and collaboration with payroll providers.
• Skills: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Strong organizational and multitasking abilities. Knowledge of HR systems and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Attributes: Self-motivated, proactive, and able to work independently. Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail. Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
• Certification: CHRP or CHRL designation is preferred but not required.

What we offer

• Competitive Health Insurance Packages: Comprehensive health insurance that covers aspects of dental work, vision care, and prescription costs, as well as extras such as physiotherapy, psychotherapy, massage and wellness services, and more.
• Convenient Transportation Links: Office based in North York with convenient access to the Yonge-Sheppard TTC station. Ten minutes by subway from the Finch Go Bus terminal and thirty minutes by subway from Union Station.
• Opportunities for Growth: Joining MDPI offers the opportunity to be part of a growing, international team with prospects for professional growth and the possibility to travel to other MDPI offices.

Diversity, Equality, Inclusion, and AODA

At MDPI, we believe in fostering an inclusive work environment that respects and values individual differences while prioritizes growth through continuous learning, support, and feedback. We are continually seeking new initiatives to advance diversity and inclusion across all our offices, aimingto create a more equitable workforce.

MDPI Canada is dedicated to fostering an inclusive environment and expanding opportunities for all employees. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), please let us know if you require any specific accommodations related to your application.

Interested?

If you are ready to take on this exciting opportunity, apply now by clicking on the button "Join Our Team!".

Join us in an exciting, fast-pacing, multicultural environment in an international organization!

About us

A pioneer in scholarly open access publishing, MDPI has supported academic communities since 1996. Our mission is to foster open scientific exchange in all forms, across all disciplines. Our 465 diverse and open access journals, including 456 peer-reviewed journals and 9 conference journals, are supported by more than 295,000 academic experts who share our mission, values, and commitment to providing high-quality service for our authors.

Initiatives

At MDPI, we develop and maintain various platforms in order to better serve the scientific community. Please find here-below a list of our main platforms:

https://www.mdpi.com/

https://sciprofiles.com/

https://sciforum.net/

https://www.scilit.net/

https://www.preprints.org/

https://encyclopedia.pub/