Employee Relations Specialist Location: Hybrid - Kingston/Toronto Empire Life is looking to hire a.
Employee Relations Specialist / Human Resources Generalist to join our Talent Management team!The Senior Human Resources Generalist plays a critical role in supporting Human Resources Business Partners (HRBPs) and acts as a key advisor to line and mid-level managers on all HR-related matters.
This position emphasizes employee relations, serving as a subject matter expert (SME) on terminations, workplace investigations, and conflict resolution.
The Senior HR Generalist works directly with managers to provide guidance on people management activities and ensures alignment with HR policies, procedures, and best practices.
This is a developmental role with a clear path to advancing into a Human Resources Business Partner position Why pursue this opportunity Play an integral role - this is an opportunity that allows for you to grow your skills, while directly contributing to the business unit you are a part of.
Have your voice heard - with a fresh perspective, we welcome those that can highlight opportunities for improvement.
We encourage creative and innovative thinking and welcome candidates who are not afraid to challenge the status quo.
Diversity, equity, and inclusion - we are committed to creating a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace and welcome candidates who share this commitment.
What you’ll be working on Provides consultation, guidance, and coaching to line managers on employee relations matters, including terminations, leveraging HR frameworks, processes, and policies to support people management activities in alignment with direction from Human Resources Business Partners.
Serves as a trusted advisor to managers on employee relations matters, including handling sensitive issues, conducting investigations, and providing guidance in compliance with company policies and legal requirements Ensures HR compliance by staying up-to-date with local labor regulations and updating policies as needed.
Drawing upon past HR experience, educates client groups on corporate perspective and possible impacts their actions might have in the short term, longer term, and at different levels of the organization Ensures that all HR programs, policies and processes are implemented in a manner that supports the organization’s values Liaises with Shared Services to ensure accurate processing of employee changes and promptly addresses inquiries from employees and managers.
Manages promotions, transfers, and salary adjustments by collaborating with leaders and preparing necessary documentation, while maintaining tools, templates, and forms for accuracy.
Supports the performance management process including working with leaders on action plans for low performance situations Provides a first point of contact for the business on salary review needs, making recommendations and coordinating, as needed, with the Compensation team relative to market information and job evaluations Actively solicits feedback from the organization and employees including conducting exit and stay interviews Supports training and talent programs by coordinating content and organizing events, with the potential to develop, customize, and facilitate the delivery of training Analyzes data, conducts research and develops reports using multiple systems and sources Develops and maintains strong relationships with business client groups and HR team members, including providing mentorship and guidance to junior team members, students and new graduates Contributes to projects as needed What we’re looking for you to have Min.
3-5 years of human resources experience; at least 2 years experience specifically in employee relations and investigations CHRL Designation preferred Undergraduate degree in Business, Commerce with a focus in Human Resources Management preferred Bilingualism (English/French) preferred Financial Service industry experience would be considered an asset Strong knowledge and application of relevant legislation and compliance requirements Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to work effectively and influence a wide variety of people at all levels within the organization Strong interpersonal skills; listen effectively, demonstrate sensitivity, exercise tact, give support, disagree and be able to maintain a relationship, leveraging diversity, networking and partnering Ability to work independently within a highly complex, dynamic environment Knowledge of formal and informal dispute resolution methodology, procedures, techniques (i.e.
mediation); investigative, problem solving and negotiation skills Strong attention to detail Excellent problem-solving skills Excellent research and analytical skills Proficiency in software and systems including Google, Excel/spreadsheets and HR information systems Strong desire to learn and develop new skills If you are applying for a position which is open to applicants across Canada, unless otherwise indicated in the position, language proficiency in English is required for communicating with customers, advisors, or employees across Canada.
Beyond the salary For regular full-time positions, Empire Life offers a comprehensive total rewards package that includes: Competitive salaries with annual pay increases Annual bonus program, which recognizes both strong company performance and individual contributions, for non sales positions Competitive uncapped commission, for sales positions A comprehensive employer-funded benefits package starting from day one of employment, that includes life insurance, disability, health and dental and a generous health account Flexible work arrangements and an annual allotment of personal health days.
Four weeks annual vacation from hire date A defined contribution pension plan with generous employer matching Top up programs for parental leave and compassionate leave Employer-sponsored wellness and recognition programs A cash employee referral program
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Our mission is to help Canadians build wealth and protect their financial security. We want to be the leading, independently owned, Canadian financial services company known for simplicity, being easy to do business with and having a personal touch. We value integrity and high performance, and are constantly searching for better ways to provide products and services that meet our customers needs. We offer a full range of financial products and services - including personal life insurance, critical illness coverage, investment options, group life and health benefits and group RSP plans.
We're proud of our history and reputation for offering quality, innovative products with a dedication to personalized service. Part of our success comes from the strength of our relationships with our distribution partners, their clients and our employees. All of this, combined with our strong financial position has made us one of the top 10 life insurance companies in Canada. We've been doing business since 1923 and through hard work and dedication, have made Empire Life a company of which we are proud.
The Empire Life Insurance Company (Empire Life) is a subsidiary of E-L Financial Corporation Limited. Our Head Office is located in Kingston, Ontario, Canada and we have service and individual and group sales and marketing centres across the country.
Specialties
Personal Life Insurance,
Critical Illness Coverage,
Investment Options,
Group Life and Health Benefits,
Group RSP Plans