Come join our Head Office team and be part of the exciting behind the scenes aspect of the retail industry! Reporting to the Director of Human Resources, the Human Resources Assistant is responsible for assisting with bi-weekly payroll, managing employee file information, human resources administrative duties, as well as responding to employee inquiries. They must have the ability to prioritize multiple tasks, work individually as well as in a team setting and understand Canadian payroll and labour laws.

Please note that this a temporary 15-month contract (maternity leave coverage).

Key Responsibilities:

• Process new hire paperwork, employee changes and terminations promptly and accurately
• Assist in the recruitment process (i.e.: creation of job postings, screening applicants, coordinating interviews, completing reference checks, etc.)
• Complete full cycle payroll duties
• Track time off requests, overtime and sick time
• Complete weekly schedule reporting and update mock schedules as required
• Administer group benefits and employee assistance plans
• Respond to head office and store-level employee inquiries
• Assist with OH&S initiatives
• Complete necessary paperwork for immigration programs (AIP, NSNP, etc.)
• Ad hoc reports and projects for the HR Department
• Other payroll and human resources administrative duties as required

Qualifications:

• 1-2 years Human Resources experience
• Post secondary education in related field
• Experience with Payworks payroll system considered an asset
• Microsoft Office savvy
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Excellent attention to detail
• General knowledge of employment laws and best practices across Canada
• Ability to work with minimal supervision and adapt to changing priorities

We thank all applicants for their interest in joining our team, but only those candidates considered for an interview will be contacted.

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Dental care
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• Vision care

Work Location: In person

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