About the Role
RVA is seeking a highly motivated and energetic Human Resources Generalist to join our HR Team. In this role, you will report to the company HR Manager and collaborate with the broader Human Resources and Payroll team and management to ensure that every employee experience at RVA is exceptional.
Responsibilities
- Administer company benefits and pension plan programs, providing enrollment kits, opening online accounts, answering queries, and offering training and troubleshooting.
- Manage short- and long-term leaves of absence, determining accommodation and return-to-work strategies in coordination with benefit partners.
- Collaborate with management and employees to develop accommodation plans.
- Work closely with the senior talent acquisition lead to provide effective and efficient recruiting for professional and administrative teams.
- Participate in health and safety initiatives, including ISO 45001 certification and Joint Health and Safety Committees.
- Process worker’s compensation claims across all provinces and facilitate back-to-work accommodations.
- Assist management with employee relations and performance management.
- Provide counsel and feedback to improve performance, coaching, and performance improvement plans.
- Respond to employee queries regarding company policies, practices, programs, and processes.
- Serve as a liaison between management and employees, handling questions and resolving work-related problems.
- Facilitate performance management meetings, including disciplinary actions up to termination, and maintain documentation.
- Examine employee records to answer inquiries and provide information for HR actions and reports.
- Engage employees in social activities and ESG initiatives.
- Engage employees in diversity, equality, and inclusion initiatives.
- Stay up-to-date with provincial employment legislation, human rights, and health and safety laws.
- Determine compliance with laws, regulations, and human rights standards using relevant information and legislation knowledge.
- Assist with project work and change management for various HR initiatives.
- Improve manager and employee performance by identifying and clarifying problems, evaluating solutions, implementing selected solutions, and coaching managers and employees.
- Perform confidential investigations as directed.
- Promote HR initiatives and collaborate with the management team to achieve goals.
- Participate in recruiting processes, including candidate screening, interviews, and onboarding/offboarding.
- Participate in the rollout of human capital programs such as employee engagement, talent reviews, and health & wellness.
- Assist with ongoing projects and other HR tasks as needed.
- Collaborate with management to understand strategic direction and identify required skills and competencies.
- Establish a system for ongoing feedback from employees and leaders for continuous improvement and evolving strategic priorities.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- University degree or College diploma in Human Resources, Business, or related field.
- 5-10 years’ experience in a similar role.
- CHRP completed or in progress.
- Sound knowledge of Employment Legislation, including the Employment Standards Act, the Ontario Human Rights Code, and HR best practices for various Canadian provinces.
- Broad knowledge of human resources functions and procedures.
- Ability to handle sensitive information with strict confidentiality.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, including teambuilding skills.
- Excellent attention to detail, strong analytical and follow-up skills.
- Excellent interpersonal and decision-making skills.
- Strong computer skills including demonstrated knowledge of MS Word, Outlook, Excel, and web-based programs.
- Ability to adapt to work environment changes, manage competing demands, and deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
- Ability to collaborate and deliver excellent internal client service, supporting business goals.
Skills
- MS Office
- Advanced Excel
- HR technology
- Employment Standards Act
- Confidentiality
- Adaptability
- Collaboration
- Client service
- Written communication
- Verbal communication
- Teambuilding
- Attention to detail
- Analytical skills
- Follow-up skills
- Interpersonal skills
- Decision-making skills
- MS Word
- Outlook
- Excel
- Web-based programs
- Performance management
- Employee relations
- Recruiting
- Onboarding
- Offboarding
- Benefits administration
- Pension plan administration
- Leave of absence management
- Worker's compensation claims
- Health and safety
- ISO 45001
- Joint Health and Safety Committees
- Change management
- Project management
- Diversity, equality, and inclusion
- Employment legislation
- Human rights legislation
- Health and safety legislation
Location
- Remote
- Hybrid
Work Type
- Full-time
Experience Level
- 5-10 years
Education Level
- University degree or College diploma in Human Resources, Business or related field
- CHRP completed or in progress
Salary/Compensations
- $70,000-$90,000
Benefits
- Competitive compensation packages and performance-based bonuses
- Health, paramedical, vision, and dental coverage
- Flexible vacation policy
- Top-up plans for new and expecting parents
- Firm-paid holidays, summer and winter breaks, and other leaves of absence
- RVA Group Pension Plan with match
- Global Travel Assist Program
- Employee and family assistance programs
- Nutrition advice
- Caregiver support
- Employee discounts
- Flexible and alternative work arrangements
- Telecommuting
- Work-from-home options
About the Company
- As an employee-owned company, we foster a culture where our people can thrive – and by thrive, we mean a place where you can share your ingenuity, express your difference, and grow in your very own way.
- Whatever your area, no matter your grade, your unique skills and perspective will help drive change from operations to the C-suite, across a wide of range of projects and channels.
- Join our award-winning team and make a difference that defines you.
- We don’t settle for less, and neither should you.
- Happy teams mean happy clients. It’s just that simple.
- From recruitment to flexibility, learning to leadership, wellness to inclusion, we give our people the tools they need to outperform in their careers and build lasting connections with our clients, our culture, and each other.
Equal Opportunity
- At RVA, we are committed to fostering a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we operate.
- RVA is an Equal Opportunity Employer that considers applicants without regard to age, race, colour, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, religion, creed, marital status, disability, or any other protected status.
- If you require any special accommodations, please advise Human Resources. Any information received relating to accommodations will be treated as confidential.
- At RVA, we use AI in our applicant tracking system to improve the efficiency and fairness of recruitment. Your application may be reviewed by both AI and our hiring team for a thorough evaluation.
