Strategic HR Generalist — Change & Growth Leader

Memorial University, Newfoundland and Labrador; San Juan de Terranova; On-site; CAD 74,000 - 96,000; Full time

Job summary

Memorial University in Newfoundland and Labrador is seeking an HR Generalist to deliver direct HR services to departmental partners. This role supports planning, recruitment, succession, attendance and salary administration, and manages return-to-work and accommodation processes.

The ideal candidate has progressive HR management experience, a degree in HR/Labour relations or business, and strong communication, relationship-building and project management skills. Master’s degree is an asset.

Qualifications

• Experience in HR management in a large environment.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to problem solve and manage multiple initiatives.
• Demonstrated relationship building and collaboration across departments.
• Planning and project management skills.
• Experience with attendance and disability management.
• Master's degree is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct HR services and solutions to departmental partners.
• Support organizational planning, recruitment and succession planning.
• Interpret collective agreements and manage issues and attendance.
• Oversee salary administration, return-to-work and accommodation processes.
• Facilitate organizational change and revise processes for HR challenges.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with departments.

Skills

HR management experience

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Problem solving

Relationship building

Planning & project management

Conflict management

Attendance/disability management

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR / Labour relations / Business Administration

Master's degree in Employment Relations / Business (asset)

Job description

Memorial University in Newfoundland and Labrador is seeking an HR Generalist to deliver direct HR services to departmental partners. This role supports planning, recruitment, succession, attendance and salary administration, and manages return-to-work and accommodation processes.

The ideal candidate has progressive HR management experience, a degree in HR/Labour relations or business, and strong communication, relationship-building and project management skills. Master’s degree is an asset.