Human Resources Officer

Stafflink; Ottawa; Hybrid; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A human resources consulting firm in Ottawa is seeking an experienced Human Resources Officer for a permanent, hybrid role. This position involves leading recruitment processes and providing strategic HR support across the employee lifecycle. The ideal candidate has 5-7 years of HR experience, a relevant degree, and excellent consulting skills, with responsibilities including coaching management and implementing HR best practices.

Benefits

Comprehensive health benefits

Dental benefits

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of recent HR experience.
• CHRP or CHRL designation is an asset.
• Ability to coach and mentor effectively.
• Strong ability to influence senior stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead full cycle recruitment and selection processes.
• Coach management on employee relations issues.
• Support succession planning and onboarding initiatives.
• Prepare and implement HR policies and best practices.

Skills

Consulting skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in human resources or related field

Job description

Job Description

We are seeking a dynamic and strategic Human Resources Officer to join our international affairs client in Ottawa on a permanent basis. This hybrid role offers the flexibility of working 2 days in the office and 3 days remotely, along with comprehensive health and dental benefits.

As an HR Officer, you will serve as a proactive and tactical advisor to both employees and managers, providing expert guidance on HR and employment-related matters. Reporting to the Administrative Manager, you will play a key role in supporting the organization’s people strategies and driving operational excellence.

This role requires a hands-on HR professional who can lead initiatives, build best practices, and offer strategic HR support across the entire employee lifecycle. Responsibilities include:

1. Lead full cycle recruitment, including preparing advertisements, screening, conducting interviews, and managing the selection process for new hires.
2. Build applicant sources by researching and contacting community services, colleges, employment agencies, recruiters, media, and internet sites; providing organization information, opportunities, and benefits; making presentations; and maintaining rapport.
3. Provide leadership and expert consultation in contract negotiations and contract administration.
4. Coach and advise team members and management on employee relations issues to facilitate high morale and engagement.
5. Assist with succession planning, onboarding, new staff orientation, and health and wellness initiatives.
6. Support managers in addressing performance issues and identifying development opportunities; assist in completing annual performance development plans.
7. Maintain and update employee files related to HR, Employee Health, Agency, and Contract Services.
8. Support organizational and staff development, including furthering personal education or training.
9. Promote employee engagement and retention strategies within the organization.
10. Prepare and implement HR policies, procedures, and best practices.
11. Perform other related duties as assigned by the Executive Secretary.

Requirements:

1. Bachelor's degree in human resources, organizational behavior, business, or a related field.
2. Five (5) to seven (7) years of recent experience in human resources.
3. CHRP or CHRL designation is an asset.
4. Experience in coaching, mentoring, problem-solving, and organizational processes.
5. Excellent consulting, communication, and engagement skills; ability to influence senior stakeholders.
6. Strong organizational skills to manage multiple initiatives and projects effectively.
7. Knowledge of performance management, diversity, and conflict resolution methodologies.
8. Analytical skills for issue identification, reporting, and recommendations.
9. Core competencies including listening, analyzing, problem-solving, influencing, decision-making, negotiation, and adaptability.
10. Professional judgment and tact when handling sensitive information.
11. Ability to make effective decisions under pressure.

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