LAA-25-23 - Human Resources Advisor - Edmonton

Legal Aid Alberta; Edmonton; Hybrid; CAD 68,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Legal Aid Alberta is looking for a full-time Human Resources Advisor to manage recruitment and employee relations. The ideal candidate will possess a degree or diploma in HR and showcase 2-3 years of relevant experience. This role offers a dynamic environment where one can contribute to meaningful work while enjoying perks like health benefits and hybrid work opportunities.

Benefits

Health and dental benefits

Health and wellness accounts

Hybrid work opportunities

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of experience in Human Resources.
• Understanding of HR data and policies.
• Knowledge of Employment Legislation and HR practices.

Responsibilities

• Manage full cycle external recruitment activities.
• Provide support on employee relations issues.
• Analyze HR data and provide quarterly reports.

Skills

Recruitment practices

Talent retention initiatives

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Education

Degree or Diploma in Human Resources

Tools

Dayforce

MS Office

Job description

Edmonton, AB, Canada

Job Description

Posted Thursday, May 29, 2025 at 8:00 AM

Legal Aid Alberta is seeking to fill a full time, Human Resources Advisor in our Edmonton office.This position will appeal to an individual that likes to take initiative, is client focused and is exceptionally strong in delivering high-quality results.

Who We Are

As a publicly funded, non-profit organization, Legal Aid Alberta provides affordable legal services in family law,domestic violence, child welfare, immigration, and youth and adult criminal defense. We are Alberta-wide, with 300 staff and 1,200 private practice lawyers helping people overcome their legal challenges in more than 75 communities across the province.

Who You Are

Working at Legal Aid Alberta means you care about people and empathize with their situation. You have excellent communication skills especially in tough situations. You’re computer-savvy and more organized than anyone you know. Fast-paced work environments give you a rush and you’re always up for a challenge. You love learning new things, solving problems, and can adapt to change quickly. You care deeply about the success of our team and our organization.

Job Description

Reporting to the Manager Title , some of the key responsibilities include:

Recruitment & Onboarding

• Manage full cycle external recruitment activities including:
  • Sourcing and screening of candidates.
  • Coordinating and conducting interviews and reference checks.
  • Recommendation and selection of candidates.
• Conduct all stay and exit interviews with new hires and staff exiting the organization.

Labour & Employee Relations

• Manage all WCB/short term/long term disability leaves including establishing any graduated return to work programs and accommodations in partnership with management, union, and any third-party service provider.
• Provide backup support and coverage to the HRBP in areas of day-to-day consultation, guidance and support to business leaders on a variety of employee relation issues (attendance management, performance planning/management, progressive corrective action, investigations, terminations, and situational coaching).

Data & Analytics

• Provide regular quarterly reporting to the HRBP in the following areas but not limited to:
  • Recruitment data
  • Stay & Exit Interview Data
  • Turnover Data
  • Absenteeism Data

HR Operations/Services/Projects

• Provide cross-functional support and backup coverage for the HR Administrator ensuring consistent and uninterrupted delivery of HR services, including but not limited to employee onboarding, regular reporting, intranet maintenance and organizational wide communications.
• Identify opportunities to streamline, automate and simplify HR processes to enhance the employee and manager experience.
• Participate in the research, development, and implementation of new or revised HR policies, programs, HR best practices and procedures for LAA.
• Provides training, coaching and mentoring to the HR Administrator/Coordinator in their key responsibilities and best practices of HR.
• Leading and/or participating in Human Resource and/or business projects, initiatives or committees based on organizational requirements, skill/expertise, interest, and capacity/availability.

Qualifications

Education and Experience:

• Completion of a Degree or Diploma in Human Resources or related discipline.
• 2-3 years of experience working within Human Resources. Combination of Experience and Education may be considered)
• Experience working with a demonstrated understanding of HR data, HR policies, recruitment best practices and talent retention tactics.

Knowledge and Skills:

• Knowledge in recruitment practices and talent retention initiatives.
• Understanding of Employment Legislation, Human Rights Legislation, Employment Standards and regulations.
• Knowledge of modern and progressive HR practices and principles.
• Knowledge and experience with Dayforce or equivalent HRIS systems
• Advanced computer literacy, including effective working knowledge of MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook), SharePoint, Teams and Human Capital Management Systems
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to influence business leaders to influence business leaders on effective talent acquisition practices.
• Strong presentation skills with a variety of audiences
• Accuracy and attention to detail.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Works well under pressure.
• Able to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to handle multiple assignments and changing priorities effectively and efficiently with minimal supervision.
• Strong initiative and action orientated with a sense of urgency to get things completed.
• Ability to work collaboratively with others in a team environment.
• Strong research and analytical skills.
• A positive, “can-do” attitude with client focused approach.
• Demonstrated commitment to continuous improvement.
• Ability to operate with discretion and without vested self-interest.

What We Offer

Perks of working with us

• Salary Range: $68,715.00 to $89,329.00

• Health anddentalbenefits

• Health and wellness accounts

• Hybrid work opportunities

How to Apply

If you got excited at the prospect of being a part of our team when you reviewed this posting and you meet the minimum qualifications, please select ‘Apply Now’ to create your candidate profile. This competition will remain open until a suitable candidate is found. Only those selectedfor an interview will be contacted.

Requirements

Successful candidate will be required to provide an acceptable criminal record check.