PressReader

People & Culture Generalist

PressReader

full-time

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Location Type: Hybrid

Location: Richmond • Canada

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Salary

💰 CA$75,000 - CA$80,000 per year

About the role

  • Partner with the VP, People & Culture to identify gaps in existing HR processes and programs and recommend practical, people-centered approaches to modernize program delivery, balancing efficiency with a people-first experience
  • Evolve the employee handbook and people policies to reflect our values and culture
  • Maintain accuracy and integrity of employee data across our HRIS, ensuring records, org charts, and reporting are always current
  • Handle all documentation required for immigration purposes for future employees and current employees
  • Act as a trusted advisor to managers and employees on matters including performance management, workplace concerns, policy interpretation, and team dynamics
  • Lead employee relations matters, including investigations, with discretion, sound judgment, and a consistent, fair process
  • Coach people managers on giving effective feedback, navigating difficult conversations, and building high-performing teams
  • Proactively identify people risks and opportunities and bring forward informed recommendations to address
  • Support the identification of capability gaps and recommend training programs to increase skills across the business
  • Design and deliver in-house training programs aligned to business goals
  • Support the design and execution of employee engagement initiatives, including employee engagement surveys, recognition programs, and culture-building activities
  • Actively participate in the social committee and support the planning and execution of company-wide events
  • Lead the planning and delivery of P&C-sponsored activities, cultural events, and recognition programs
  • Gather and analyze feedback to help improve workplace culture and employee experiences
  • Provide occasional cross-functional coverage, such as restocking snack supplies, to ensure a smooth and welcoming workplace experience
  • Own and managing the full-cycle recruitment process for designated roles, including posting roles, pre-screening, scheduling interviews, communication with candidates, and preparing offer documents
  • Partner with hiring managers to develop role profiles, define evaluation criteria, and deliver a consistent, high-quality candidate experience at every stage
  • Lead intake meetings with hiring managers to understand team needs, set expectations on process and timelines, and act as trusted advisor throughout the search
  • Draft and post compelling job advertisements that reflect the company’s brand and attract diverse, qualified candidates
  • Manage offer processes including preparing offer letters, conducting reference checks, and supporting negotiations where applicable
  • Work closely with the Marketing team to build a compelling employer value proposition and brand story to attract candidates

Requirements

  • 4–6 years of progressive HR or People Operations experience, with demonstrated exposure to both generalist work and business partnering
  • CPHR or equivalent designation is an asset
  • A track record of building trusted relationships with managers and influencing outcomes without direct authority
  • Solid working knowledge of employment law and HR compliance
  • Strong analytical thinking — comfortable using people data to identify trends, make a case, and inform decisions
  • High emotional intelligence and the discretion to handle sensitive matters with care and consistency
  • Proficiency with HRIS platforms and ATS tools (previous experience with ADP and/or Workable is an asset)
  • Experience in designing or contributing to L&D programs is an asset
Benefits
  • 100% employer-paid health, dental, and vision benefit plan
  • 15 paid vacation days to start
  • health and wellness days and bereavement days
  • reimbursements for professional training and membership in professional associations
  • fitness subsidy and more
Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools
HR processesemployee relationsperformance managementtraining program designfull-cycle recruitmentjob advertisement draftingemployment lawHR complianceanalytical thinkingpeople data analysis
Soft Skills
trusted advisorrelationship buildinginfluencing outcomesemotional intelligencediscretioneffective feedbacknavigating difficult conversationsteam dynamicshigh-performing teamsproactive identification of risks
Certifications
CPHR