Human Resources Assistant

Baker Tilly Nova Scotia; Dartmouth; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading advisory and accounting firm in Dartmouth, NS, seeks a Human Resources Assistant to provide support in recruitment, onboarding, and performance management. Ideal candidates will have post-secondary education in Human Resources, excellent organizational and communication skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Office. The firm offers a competitive benefits package, growth opportunities, and a dynamic work environment with various employee engagement activities.

Benefits

RRSP matching

Generous paid time off

Wellness allowance

Cell phone allowance

Complimentary on-site gym

Free parking

Dress for your day

Growth-focused coaching and mentoring

Learning and professional development opportunities

Work-life balance options

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education in Human Resources or related field is required.
• Excellent organization and time management skills are essential.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, are needed.
• Ability to maintain a high level of discretion and confidentiality is critical.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and Teams.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to the HR team.
• Maintain accurate employee records and HRIS updates.
• Post job advertisements, screen resumes, and schedule interviews.
• Coordinate onboarding logistics and prepare new hire orientation materials.
• Organize employee engagement activities and participate in local committees.
• Perform other administrative tasks as assigned.

Skills

Organization skills

Communication skills

Confidentiality

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

Post-secondary education in Human Resources or related field

Job description

Job Description

Salary :

Be part of something bigger. Build with us today for a better tomorrow.

At Baker Tilly, we care about the impact you make. That's why we're invested in your growth from day one—because the steps you take today define your tomorrow.

We are looking for a Human Resources Assistant to join our team, where your expertise will drive meaningful outcomes and your ambition will help shape what comes next. Here, you'll collaborate with a dynamic team of professionals, united by a shared commitment to making a difference for our clients, our communities, and one another.

Baker Tilly is a leading advisory and accounting firm dedicated to building better futures. With global reach and local roots, we combine the scale of a network with the trust of strong relationships. From audit and tax to consulting and specialist advisory services, we help clients navigate complexity and seize opportunities with clarity.

There is no limit to the growth opportunities at Baker Tilly. We pride ourselves on promoting talent when we see it and work with each professional to define what success means for them.

Your role :

• Provide administrative support to the HR team in areas such as recruitment, onboarding, offboarding, performance management, and employee relations.
• Maintain accurate employee records and HRIS (Bamboo) updates.
• Post job advertisements, screen resumes, and schedule interviews.
• Coordinate onboarding logistics and prepare new hire orientation materials.
• Organize employee engagement activities and participate in local committees (Health & Safety, Social Committee, DE&I, etc.).
• Perform other administrative and project-based tasks as assigned.

What you bring to the table :

• Post-secondary education in Human Resources, Administration, or related field.
• Excellent organization and time management skills.
• Strong communication skills (verbal and written).
• Ability to maintain a high level of discretion and confidentiality.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams, etc.).

What's in it for you?

• Competitive total rewards package, including salary and incentive program.
• Robust benefits plan (health, dental, life, dependent life, AD&D, STD, LTD, etc.).
• Fantastic perks :
• RRSP matching
• Generous paid time off (vacation, personal, sick, holidays).
• Wellness allowance.
• Cell phone allowance.
• Complimentary on-site gym.
• Free parking.
• Dress for your day, including casual attire.
• Growth-focused coaching, mentoring, feedback, and growth plan reviews.
• Learning and professional development opportunities, including paid dues.
• Work-life balance options (remote work, flexible hours, etc.).

Enjoy year-round fun at work with firm-sponsored social events, yoga, lunch and learns, massage therapy visits, espresso happy hours, free snacks and meals, teambuilding activities, therapy dog visits, off-site Staff Day, etc.

Where you'll work : Dartmouth, NS

Job type : Permanent, Full-time

When you join Baker Tilly, you become part of something bigger—an ambitious, forward-thinking company that puts people first. Ideas matter, perspectives count, and every contribution builds a stronger future. If you're ready to make an impact, we're ready to meet you.

We thank all applicants for their interest; only those selected for an interview will be contacted.