Senior Advisor, HR Practice Development and Compensation

Frima; Quebec; Hybrid; CAD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

4.5-day workweek (Fri PM off)

Hybrid work model

Up to 7 weeks vacation

Group insurance from day one

RRSP contribution

Wellness account $450/year

Ergonomic equipment allowance $400

Job summary

Frima, a Quebec City/Montreal based video game developer, seeks a Senior Advisor, HR Practice Development and Compensation to advance our Talent & Culture agenda. You will evolve compensation practices, lead market analyses, and develop dashboards to drive strategic decisions.

We offer a 4.5-day workweek equivalent, a flexible hybrid model, generous vacation and personal days, full insurance from day one, RRSP contributions, wellness and ergonomic allowances, and a collaborative, inclusive team

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in HR/IR/BA or equivalent.
• Minimum of 10 years as HR generalist or in HR practice development.
• Strong expertise in total compensation, market analysis and internal equity.
• Proficient with HRIS and technology; CHRP or CIRC is a strong asset; able to travel.
• Excellent command of French and English, written and spoken.

Responsibilities

• Evolve HR practices, processes and tools to meet organizational needs.
• Oversee evolution of total compensation, salary structures and annual reviews.
• Conduct market analyses and translate HR data into insights for decisions.
• Develop HR indicators and dashboards to measure effectiveness.
• Lead policy evolution, ensure compliance and advise VP Talent & Culture.
• Support the Talent & Culture team and managers in applying HR practices.

Skills

HR generalist

Total compensation

Market analysis

Internal equity

HRIS

Bilingual (French/English)

Travel ability

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Industrial Relations, Business Administration, or equivalent

Tools

HRIS software

Job description

We need an impact player! Frima is looking for a Senior Advisor, HR Practice Development and Compensation to join its Talent and Culture team!

We are Frima, a video game development studio based in Quebec City and Montreal for over 20 years, bringing together hundreds of passionate talents, united by one ambition: creating unforgettable games across all platforms.

We take care of our people

• 4.5-day workweek year-round (Friday afternoons off);
• At Frima, we promote a flexible hybrid work model;
• Up to 7 weeks of vacation per year, sick days & personal days: your well-being matters to us.
• Comprehensive group insurance coverage from day one;
• An RRSP contribution;
• A $450 health and wellness account per year;
• A $400 allowance for the purchase of ergonomic equipment;

Life at the studio

• Access to chair massages, fresh fruit and snacks, a gym, sports activities, etc.;
• Regular presentations on projects and new developments: we keep our team informed about developments at Frima;
• Close-knit, caring and inclusive teams, even remotely!
• Come discover the rest for yourself!

Job Description

What your weeks will look like

• Evolve HR practices, processes and tools based on the organization’s needs and best practices;
• Ensure the evolution of total compensation practices, including salary structures, positioning, internal equity and the annual salary review process;
• Conduct market analyses and transform HR data into findings and recommendations to support decision-making;
• Develop and evolve HR indicators and dashboards to measure the effectiveness of practices and identify opportunities for improvement;
• Contribute to the simplification and automation of processes through technology and artificial intelligence;
• Ensure the evolution of HR policies and frameworks, as well as the compliance of practices with applicable requirements;
• Act as a subject matter expert and advisor to the Vice President, Talent and Culture and the HR team by conducting assessments and proposing solutions adapted to organizational challenges;
• Support the Talent and Culture team and managers in understanding and applying HR practices.

Qualifications

What we’re looking for

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Industrial Relations, Business Administration, or any combination of education and experience deemed equivalent;
• Minimum of ten (10) years of experience in an HR generalist role and/or in HR practice development;
• In-depth experience in total compensation, particularly in market analysis, salary structures and internal equity;
• Strong knowledge of the various areas of HR expertise, sound management practices and labour law;
• Good knowledge of HRIS and a strong interest in technology;
• CHRP or CIRC designation, a strong asset;
• Ability to travel outside the country as needed;
• Excellent command of French and English, both written and spoken. English skills are required to perform the work, as we collaborate with English-speaking partners.

What We Value Within Our Team

• Excellent analytical, synthesis and problem-solving skills;
• Ability to navigate between a strategic vision and the concrete implementation of solutions;
• Professional judgment, autonomy and thoroughness;
• Excellent interpersonal, collaboration and influencing skills;
• Excellent organizational and priority management skills.

Additional Information

Come and make a difference with us!

• Find out more about us: https://frimastudio.com/a-propos/
• About our culture: https://vimeo.com/766900522?share=copyLe