Human Resources Advisor

Desjardins; Lévis; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary + annual bonus

4 weeks vacation (flexible)

Defined benefit pension

Group insurance incl. telemedicine

Health & wellness expense reimburse.

Telework equipment reimbursement

Job summary

Desjardins is offering a temporary 20-month position supporting caisse managers in developing and implementing HR solutions, programs, and tools. The role includes advising on HR practices, collaborating on strategy, and assisting with organizational development and hiring processes.

Requirements include a Bachelor’s degree, at least two years of relevant experience, and knowledge of French. The position offers competitive salary with annual bonus, comprehensive benefits, and telework equipment

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
• A minimum of two years of relevant experience.
• Knowledge of French is required.
• Knowledge of change management approaches.
• Knowledge of policies, legislation, standards and ethics governing the operations of the caisse and its centres.

Responsibilities

• Advise managers in developing, improving and implementing HR programs and practices.
• Collaborate in creating strategies and developing the HR action plan.
• Advise the Management Committee on HR development initiatives and recommend improvements.
• Support managers in addressing difficult situations (absenteeism, performance, work environment).
• Assist organizational development at the caisse (change management, mobilization, recruitment, orientation).
• Participate in hiring non-management staff by analyzing applications and interviewing; advise on decisions.

Skills

Change management

HR policies

Labour law

Workforce planning

Recruitment

Employee relations

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Temporary 20-month position

The incumbent supports and advises caisse managers in developing, improving and implementing human resources solutions, practices, programs, policies and tools. More specifically, you will be required to :

• Advise managers in developing, improving and implementing various human resources programs and practices.
• Collaborate in creating strategies and developing the human resources action plan.
• Advise the Management Committee with respect to various human resources development initiatives (e.g. work-life balance, health and wellness, workforce planning), raise issues and make recommendations.
• Support managers in dealing with difficult situations (e.g. absenteeism, performance assessment, work environment).
• Assist with organizational development at the caisse (e.g. change management, mobilization, recruitment, orientation and integration).
• Participate in the hiring of non-management caisse staff by helping managers analyze applications and conduct interviews and by advising them in their decision-making.
• Carry out pay integration according to prescribed rules, ensure proper application of the guide to working conditions and/or collective agreement and implement compensation systems and programs.
• Ensure the proper application of laws, standards, codes of conduct, and human resources policies and practices (e.g. health, security, charters). Ensure the resulting administrative follow-up and recommend necessary improvements.
• If necessary, make minor adjustments to certain human resources tools to ensure they meet the actual needs of the caisse and to facilitate their implementation (e.g. skills development plan, training programs).

What we offer*

• Competitive salary and annual bonus
• 4 weeks of flexible vacation starting in the first year
• Defined benefit pension plan that provides predictable, stable income throughout retirement
• Group insurance including telemedicine
• Reimbursement of health and wellness expenses and telework equipment

*Benefits apply based on eligibility criteria.

What you bring to the table

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field
• A minimum of two years of relevant experience
• Please note that other combinations of qualifications and relevant experience may be considered
• Knowledge of French is required
• Knowledge of change management approaches
• Knowledge of external environment
• Understanding of the philosophy and fundamentals of financial services cooperatives
• Knowledge of policies, legislation, standards and ethics governing the operations of the caisse and its centres
• Knowledge of motivational management practices
• Knowledge of human resources management programs
• Knowledge of human resources and labour law specializations
• Knowledge of service standards
• Knowledge of the democratic structure of the caisses and the Desjardins network
  Action oriented, Business insight, Customer Focus, Differences, Interpersonal Savvy, Nimble learning

Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Accessibility

At Desjardins, we believe in equity, diversity and inclusion. We’re committed to welcoming, respecting and valuing people for who they are as individuals, learning from their differences, embracing their uniqueness, and providing a positive workplace for all. At Desjardins, we have zero tolerance for discrimination of any kind. We believe our teams should reflect the diversity of the members, clients and communities we serve.

If there’s something we can do to help make the recruitment process or the job you’re applying for more accessible, let us know. We can provide accommodations at any stage in the recruitment process. Just ask!

Human resources (FG)