Human Resources Advisor (Temporary 1 year)

Domtar Corporation; Montreal; Hybrid; CAD 55,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

3 weeks vacation + floating holidays

Group insurance from day one

Pension plan with employer match

Employee assistance program

Education assistance program

Hybrid workplace (in-person + remote)

Transit-accessible office

Job summary

Domtar Corporation in Montreal is seeking a Human Resources Advisor (Temporary 1 year) to provide generalist HR support throughout the employee lifecycle. The incumbent acts as a first-level HR partner by guiding policies, programs, and practices.

The role involves participating in HR initiatives, ensuring administrative follow-up, and promoting a positive employee experience while complying with applicable standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in human resources, Industrial Relations, or a related field.
• CHRP/CRIA designation is considered an asset.
• 3–5 years of HR experience.
• Strong knowledge of employment standards and labour legislation.
• Excellent bilingual communication (French & English).
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Analytical, organizational and decision-making skills.

Responsibilities

• Advise and support managers and employees on HR policies, programs, and practices across the employee lifecycle.
• Coordinate and administer recruitment, onboarding, movements, performance management and offboarding.
• Support day-to-day employee relations, engagement and performance matters.
• Participate in annual HR processes, including performance reviews, compensation planning, succession, and engagement surveys.
• Prepare and monitor HR metrics and compliance reports.
• Contribute to continuous improvement and organizational development initiatives.
• Support committees and activities promoting engagement, health and safety, and culture.

Skills

Customer-focused approach

Collaboration & teamwork

Strong communication & influencing

Multitasking

Problem-solving

Judgment & confidentiality

Adaptability

Initiative & autonomy

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR / IR or related

Job description

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Human Resources Advisor (Temporary 1 year)

Location: Montreal, Quebec, CA, H3A 1L6

Department: HR Corporate Services (HR03)

Domtar is a leading producer of pulp, paper, packaging, tissue and wood products. Through our focus on safety and sustainability, as well as our commitment to operational excellence and our network of facilities across Canada and the United States, Domtar delivershigh-quality and cost-effective products to customers around the world.

Our workforce is comprised of 14,000 talented and hardworking individuals. We are proud to offer competitive compensation, a supportive working environment, rewarding career paths and plenty of opportunities for learning and growth.

The location in Montreal , ( Quebec , Canada ), is seeking talent to fill the position of Human Resources Advisor (Temporary 1 year). This job is full-time temporary .

Overview

The Human Resources Advisor provides generalist HR support to managers and employees throughout the entire employee lifecycle. The incumbent acts as a first-level HR partner by providing guidance, coaching, and support in the application of HR policies, programs, and practices.

The Human Resources Advisor contributes to the implementation of organizational HR initiatives, participates in various projects, and ensures the administrative and operational follow-up of HR matters while promoting a positive employee experience.

Your Challenges

• Advise and support managers and employees on HR policies, programs, and practices, including employee relations, policy interpretation, and employment conditions.
• Coordinate and administer employee lifecycle activities, including recruitment, onboarding, employee movements, performance management, and offboarding.
• Support managers in handling day-to-day employee relations, engagement, and performance-related matters.
• Participate in the implementation and administration of annual HR processes, such as performance reviews, compensation planning, succession planning, and employee engagement surveys.
• Prepare, analyze, and monitor various HR metrics and compliance reports.
• Participate in continuous improvement projects, HR initiatives, and organizational development activities.
• Support committees and activities that promote employee engagement, health and safety, and organizational culture.

Your Skills

• Customer-focused approach
• Collaboration and teamwork
• Strong communication and influencing skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities
• Problem-solving capabilities
• Sound judgment and confidentiality
• Adaptability and agility
• Initiative and autonomy

Your Profile

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Industrial Relations, or a related field.
• CHRP/CRIA designation is considered an asset.
• Minimum of 3 to 5 years of relevant Human Resources experience.
• Good knowledge of employment standards and applicable labour legislation.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in both French and English.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and decision-making skills.
• Proven ability to build trusted relationships with a variety of stakeholders.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and HR information systems.

What we are offering

• Competitive salary and annual bonus
• At least three weeks of vacation and three floating holidays a year from the first day of work, depending on your experience
• Full range of group insurance from the first day of work
• Defined-contribution pension plan with generous employer participation from the first day of work
• Employee and family assistance program
• Education assistance program
• Hybrid workplace: in-person and remote work
• Work environment based on respect, inclusion and diversity
• Office accessible by public transit

(*) English bilingual: If listed, this qualification is required since this function requires regular verbal and/or written interaction with customers, partners and/or our American subsidiaries.

Domtar is firmly committed to placing greater emphasis on the principles of equity, diversity and inclusion to empower all employees to reach their full potential. We form a dynamic team whose diverse backgrounds and wealth of perspectives are one of the keys to our success. We offer an inclusive, rewarding and safe work environment with opportunities that will help grow your skills.