HR Specialist

J.D. Irving, Limited; Halifax; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Canada is seeking an HR & LR Specialist to enhance employee relations and streamline HR operations. This role focuses on supporting HR processes, analyzing workforce data, and improving service delivery. Ideal candidates will have a relevant bachelor’s degree and extensive HR experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in Human Resources.
• Knowledge of ethical practices in Labor Relations.
• Understanding of legal implications for labor-related decisions.

Responsibilities

• Support full employee life cycle from recruitment to departure.
• Conduct data analysis to identify workforce trends.
• Provide information on HR policies and resolve inquiries.

Skills

Data Analysis

Employee Relations

HR Information Systems

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources

Bachelor’s degree in Business

Bachelor’s degree in Organizational Development

Tools

HR information systems

Job description

The HR & LR Specialist position exists to support employee relations by addressing mid-level HR inquiries and full employee life cycle. The HR & LR Specialist focuses on process improvement and efficiency to help the HR & LR department function more smoothly, reducing bottlenecks and improving service delivery. The role leverages specialized knowledge in HRIS and data analysis to provide valuable insights and improvements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business, Organizational Development, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years’ of experience in Human Resources.
• Knowledge of ethical practices in Labor Relations and understanding of legal implications for various labor-related decisions
• Experience working with HR information systems

Responsibilities

• Support employee relations by addressing HR inquiries and issues.
• Support full employee life cycle, advising employees at various stages of employment from recruitment and onboarding to departure. Single point of contact for HR needs.
• Support HR and LR projects as assigned i.e. attendance management, probationary review, Return to work committee, technology enhancement projects, Collective Agreement implementation, Drug and Alcohol policy, etc.
• Conduct data analysis to identify workforce trends and opportunities for enhancing HR operations.
• Utilize expertise in HR Information Systems (HRIS) to streamline workflows and analyze data for better decision-making.
• Provide information to employees and managers on HR policies, programs, and procedures. Resolve HR inquiries or escalates to the appropriate individual for further advice depending on severity.