Human Resources Student - Corporate Office, Halifax

at  Killam Apartment REIT

Killam Apartment REIT, based in Halifax, Nova Scotia, is one of Canada’s largest residential real estate investment trusts, owning, operating, and developing a $5.3 billion portfolio of apartments and manufactured home communities. Killam’s strategy to drive value and profitability focuses on three priorities: (1) increase earnings from the existing portfolio; (2) expand the portfolio and diversify geographically through accretive acquisitions, targeting newer properties and dispositions of non-core assets; and (3) develop high-quality properties in its core markets.
We are currently searching for a student to join our human resources team at our corporate office on Kempt Road in Halifax. This position is available to start on a part-time basis during the school year and will lead to full-time for the summer months.

Qualifications:

• Currently enrolled in a college or university program and have an interest in Human Resources or looking to pursue further education in Human Resources;
• Strong attention to detail;
• Ability to prioritize and complete projects in a timely manner;
• Experience with Microsoft Excel and Word is considered an asset;
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills;
• Ability to work well in a team environment and be flexible;
• Demonstrates discretion in handling confidential information

We provide a welcoming environment and promote health and wellness in our office by offering benefits such as fresh fruit, an on-site gym, and an employer paid Employee & Family Assistance Program.

Responsibilities:

• Recruitment & Onboarding:

o Posting job vacancies;
o Screening candidates;
o Scheduling interviews;
o Checking references;
o Organizing supporting documents;
o Ensuring completion of background check;

o Preparing new hire paperwork.

• Training:

o Assigning employee online training;

o Tracking and maintaining records and following-up with employees as required;

• Completing data entry and administration;
• Other tasks and projects as required.

Qualifications:

• Currently enrolled in a college or university program and have an interest in Human Resources or looking to pursue further education in Human Resources;
• Strong attention to detail;
• Ability to prioritize and complete projects in a timely manner;
• Experience with Microsoft Excel and Word is considered an asset;
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills;
• Ability to work well in a team environment and be flexible;
• Demonstrates discretion in handling confidential information.

Application: Please complete our online application form.
For more information about our company, please visit www.killamreit.com
We are committed to providing a supportive and inclusive workplace for all employees. Employees will be given support and encouragement to develop their full potential and utilize their unique talents. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.
We thank you for your interest in our company. All qualified applicants will be considered; however, only those chosen for an interview will be contacted. Please no phone calls.