Human Resources Generalist (1 year contract)

Job summary

The HR Generalist manages leave programs, benefits administration, and full-cycle recruitment to ensure operational efficiency. They also support employee relations, maintain accurate records, and collaborate with management to implement HR policies.

Job details

Hours: Full-time, Monday-Friday 35 hours/week Duration: 1 year contract, starting December 2026 or January 2027 Location: On-site at 280 Beechwood Ave, Ottawa Annual Salary: $65,000 - $85,000 Additional Compensation: health and dental benefits, a bi-weekly phone allowance, paid sick and personal days About Beechwood: As the National Cemetery of Canada, our every-day is dedicated to delivering high-quality service to honor our ancestors and set a precedent for future generations, we are Beechwood Funeral, Cemetery and Cremation Services. We operate on a not-for-profit basis and are guided by the following core values in our relations with families, partners, stakeholders, and employees. • Integrity• Professionalism • Service Excellence• Dignity and Respect• Empathy, Sensitivity and Compassion • Open, Honest and Transparent Communication • As part of our commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility, we encourage applications from all qualified individuals. If you require accommodations during any stage of the application or interview process, please email hr@beechwoodottawa.ca [hr@beechwoodottawa.ca]. We are happy to work with you to meet your needs. Role Description: Beechwood's Human Resources Generalist plays a pivotal role in managing and supporting the workforce to ensure operational efficiency and compliance. This position is responsible for overseeing leave management and benefits administration, ensuring employees receive accurate and timely support regarding their entitlements. The role requires close collaboration with management and employees to address HR-related inquiries, resolve issues, and implement policies that foster a positive work environment. The HR Generalist will also contribute to recruitment, onboarding, and employee relations initiatives, aligning HR practices with organizational goals. Ultimately, this role ensures that the company maintains a motivated, well-informed, and compliant workforce that supports their dynamic needs. Minimum Qualifications: * Post-secondary education in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field. * Minimum of 3 years of experience in a Human Resources role. * Strong knowledge of Ontario employment laws, particularly regarding leave management and benefits administration. * Proficiency in HR information systems and Microsoft Office Suite; experience with ADP Workforce Now is an asset. * Experience supporting workplace health and safety; knowledge of JHSCs is an asset. * Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively interact with employees at all levels. Preferred Qualifications: * Certified Human Resources Professional (CHRP) or equivalent designation preferred. * Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. * Bilingual proficiency in English and French is an asset. Responsibilities: * Manage and administer employee leave programs, including statutory leaves, vacation, and other absences in compliance with Ontario employment laws. * Oversee benefits administration, including enrollment, changes, and communication of employee benefits packages. * Serve as a point of contact for employees regarding leave and benefits inquiries, providing clear and accurate information. * Collaborate with management to implement HR policies and procedures that support workforce management and regulatory compliance. * Lead full-cycle recruitment, and support managers in onboarding new hires. * Maintaining employee records with accuracy and confidentiality. * Support employee relations by addressing concerns, facilitating conflict resolution, and promoting a positive workplace culture. * Ensure compliance with all relevant employment standards and health and safety regulations. At Beechwood we value diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility; we encourage applications from all qualified individuals. If you require accommodations during any stage of the application or interview process, please email hr@beechwoodottawa.ca [hr@beechwoodottawa.ca]. We are happy to work with you to meet your needs. This posting is for an existing vacancy. Beechwood may use Al during the recruitment process for this position to aid in screening and assessing applications, all applications that meet minimum requirements are reviewed by the recruitment team.

What you’ll do

The HR Generalist manages leave programs, benefits administration, and full-cycle recruitment to ensure operational efficiency. They also support employee relations, maintain accurate records, and collaborate with management to implement HR policies.

Requirements

Candidates must have post-secondary education in Human Resources or a related field and at least 3 years of relevant experience. Strong knowledge of Ontario employment laws and proficiency in HR information systems are required.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental benefits
• Phone allowance
• Paid sick days
• Paid personal days

Listed skills

• Recruitment · Preferred
• Regulatory Compliance · Preferred
• policy implementation · Preferred
• interpersonal skills · Preferred
• record keeping · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred
• Microsoft Office Suite · Preferred
• Conflict Resolution · Preferred
• Onboarding · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Leave management
• Benefits administration
• Recruitment
• Onboarding
• Employee relations
• Conflict resolution
• Policy implementation
• Regulatory compliance
• HR information systems
• Microsoft Office Suite
• Workplace health and safety
• Communication
• Interpersonal skills
• Record keeping
• Full-Cycle Recruitment
• Empathy
• Operational Efficiency
• Employee Relations
• Professionalism
• ADP Workforce Now
• Talent Recruitment
• Bilingual (French/English)
• Compassion
• Health and Safety Regulatory Compliance
• Benefits Administration
• Multilingualism
• Business Administration
• Management
• Certified Human Resources Professional
• Regulatory Compliance
• Information Systems
• Confidentiality
• Conflict Resolution
• Occupational Safety And Health
• Interpersonal Communications
• Microsoft Office
• Employee Onboarding
• Workforce Management
• Cremation
• Honesty

Job areas

• Human Resources
• Administrative
• Management & Leadership
• Human Resources Generalist
• Personnel and Careers Professionals
• Human Resources Specialists