Human Resources Generalist

Akkodis; Calgary; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Akkodis in Calgary is seeking an experienced Human Resources Generalist to join its growing HR team. You will own HR initiatives, with a strong emphasis on operations, policy development, benefits administration, and process improvement.

The successful candidate will independently manage projects, support day-to-day HR functions, and collaborate with multiple business divisions to drive standardization and organizational growth.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of progressive HR experience, ideally in an HR Generalist, HR Specialist, or HR Advisor capacity.
• Strong knowledge of Alberta employment legislation.
• Experience developing policies, employee handbooks, employment agreements, and termination documentation.
• Strong written communication, documentation, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Review and update HR policies, handbooks, employment agreements, offer letters, and termination documentation.
• Ensure HR practices and documentation comply with applicable employment legislation.
• Identify opportunities to streamline and standardize HR processes across multiple business divisions.
• Develop and implement HR procedures, workflows, and administrative improvements.
• Manage employee benefits administration and support benefits-related projects.
• Support employee relations, performance management, and workplace investigations as required.
• Research government grants, wage subsidies, training incentives, and funding opportunities.
• Maintain accurate employee records and HRIS information.
• Prepare employee communications and training materials.
• Support recruitment and onboarding activities when required.
• Work collaboratively with HR leadership and operational managers to support organizational growth.

Skills

HR policies

Employee relations

Benefits administration

Education

HR/Business degree

Tools

HRIS

MS 365

Job description

Our Calgary-based client is seeking an experienced Human Resources Generalist to join its growing HR team in Calgary.

You are a strong generalist who can take ownership of HR initiatives and contribute to the continued development of the HR function. In this role, there is a strong emphasis on HR operations, policy development, benefits administration, and process improvement.

The successful candidate will be a hands-on HR professional who can independently manage projects, support day-to-day HR functions, and help improve processes across multiple business divisions.

Top 3 Required Skill Sets

1. HR Policies, Employee Relations & Employment Legislation

• Strong understanding of Alberta employment standards and HR compliance.


• Experience developing, reviewing, and updating HR policies, employee handbooks, employment agreements, and termination documentation.


• Ability to provide HR guidance, support employee relations matters, and coach managers on workplace issues.

2. HR Projects, Process Improvement & Documentation

• Proven experience independently managing HR projects and implementing process improvements.


• Ability to develop SOPs, workflows, checklists, and standardized HR documentation.


• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities and drive projects through to completion.

3. Benefits Administration & HR Operations

• Hands-on experience administering employee benefits, including enrolments, changes, terminations, and employee inquiries.


• Experience coordinating with benefits providers, brokers, and payroll.


• Strong understanding of employee lifecycle processes, HRIS administration, onboarding, and offboarding.

Key Responsibilities

• Review and update HR policies, employee handbooks, employment agreements, offer letters, and termination documentation.


• Ensure HR practices and documentation comply with applicable employment legislation.


• Identify opportunities to streamline and standardize HR processes across multiple business divisions.


• Develop and implement HR procedures, workflows, and administrative improvements.
  
• Manage employee benefits administration and support benefits-related projects.


• Support employee relations, performance management, and workplace investigations as required.


• Research government grants, wage subsidies, training incentives, and funding opportunities.


• Maintain accurate employee records and HRIS information.


• Prepare employee communications and training materials.


• Support recruitment and onboarding activities when required.


• Work collaboratively with HR leadership and operational managers to support organizational growth.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3–5 years of progressive HR experience, ideally in an HR Generalist, HR Specialist, or HR Advisor capacity. Candidates with 5 years of broad generalist experience are preferred.


• Post-secondary education in Human Resources, Business Administration, Labour Relations, or a related discipline.


• Strong knowledge of Alberta employment legislation.


• Demonstrated experience with HR policies, benefits administration, and process improvement.


• Strong written communication, documentation, and organizational skills.


• Experience with HRIS platforms and Microsoft Office, SharePoint, and Microsoft 365.


• Ability to work independently, take initiative, and manage multiple HR priorities.

Assets:

• CPHR designation or working toward certification.


• Experience in industrial services, construction, safety services, or oil and gas.


• Experience supporting multiple business divisions or seasonal workforces.


• Experience researching or administering government grants and funding programs.