Human Resources People & Culture Advisor

We are looking to hire an experienced HR Advisor to join our client’s People & Culture team. This is a maternity leave contract position. Prior experience working in the public sector is preferred, and 4+ years of experience in Human Resources is required. The People & Culture HR team focuses on supporting managers, business leaders and delivering an exceptional employee experience. This role is primarily work from home, depending on experience; with required office attendance for in person meetings. Employees must be based in BC and to arrange a work from home agreement, prior experience with WFH is required and success demonstrated.

ABOUT OUR CLIENT
Our client is a well-known crown corporation based in Vancouver. They have a strong reputation of maintaining a collective culture, welcoming diverse perspectives. They have a highly engaged team and have been named one of BC’s Top 50 Employers for over 10 years.

ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY
The HR Advisor to join our client’s busy People & Culture team. Prior experience working in the public sector is preferred, and 4+ years of experience in Human Resources is required. The People & Culture HR team focuses on supporting managers, business leaders and delivering an exceptional employee experience. Partnering with multiple departments, the People & Culture team strives to coach and guide managers and leaders and support employees through performance management, employee relations, disability management and policy interpretation. This is a very busy team, and you must be able to build strong relationships, have an open door policy and be able to work through challenging situations and deliver challenging feedback.
ABOUT THE POSITION
Responsible for driving the employee experience.
Providing guidance and coaching to managers, leaders and employees.
Collaborates with various departments to determine course of action and provide closure to people issues.
Responds to questions regarding policy & process, performance management, employee relations, disability management and other areas of the employee lifecycle.
Provide disability management support, including gradual return to work plans and accommodations.
Contributes to developing and implementing strategies and practices across People Recruitment, People Operations, People Development, People Rewards and Wellness, People Systems, Workforce Planning and Corporate Strategy.
Advise and coach leaders and employees on difficult conversations.
Conduct investigations independently, recommending interventions to address workplace concerns & de-escalate conflict.
Creates customized workplace restoration strategies to provide lasting resolution, setting clear objectives, and following up while ensuring employees feel heard.

THE REQUIREMENTS

4+ years of experience in Human Resources.
Diploma or degree in Human Resources and CPHR designation is preferred.
Prior experience conducting independent investigations.
Must be well versed in advising and coaching leaders and employees on difficult conversations.
The ability to problem-solve, provide resolution and set clear objectives and follow up is required.
Must have sound working knowledge of Human Rights and Employment Standards.
A people first approach to employee experience.
Must be able to collaborate with teammates.
Strong communication abilities.
Experience in the public sector is an asset.

COMPENSATION
Annual salary range is up to $113,000 however the expected salary range is $85,000 - $95,000. 3 weeks vacation and comprehensive benefits are provided.

HOW TO APPLY
Please apply directly to this posting with the most recent version of your resume. If you would like to speak with us regarding this position, please contact Lauren Tokawa at:604 689 8687 ext. 227 or email Ltokawa@impactrecruitment.ca. To learn more about our open positions, visit us at impactrecruitment.ca.

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