Bilingual Human Resources Advisor

At Arbor Memorial, you will be surrounded by caring colleagues and hands-on, experienced leaders with a well-established Canadian company. Your skills and knowledge will ultimately contribute to meaningful experiences for the families we serve. That’s incredibly fulfilling. Truly making a difference is a rare thing and at Arbor, our team members have this opportunity every single day.

Working with Arbor means more than a competitive compensation package. We are invested in a culture of learning throughout our business and dedicated to providing health and wellness resources for all employees and their families. We also provide a robust pension plan to support your long-term financial planning and stability.

About This Location:

Our Home Office is located in the heart of Bloor West Village in Toronto, just steps away from Jane Subway station. This role is a hybrid position with a requirement to attend the office as needed.

Job Type: Full Time, Permanent

About This Role

Under the direction of the Supervisor, Human Resources, the Bilingual Human Resources Advisor provides superior Human Resources (“HR”) advice and guidance to employees and all levels of management in the areas of employee relations, compensation, legislative compliance, employee communication, recruitment, training and development, health and safety, research and statistical reporting and labour relations.

The Bilingual Human Resources Advisor will have areas of focus on employee relations, engagement, culture and training. Working with the HR team, the Bilingual HR Advisor will help to achieve Arbor’s strategic goals, attain key performance indicators and contribute to the HR business plan.

Key Qualifications And Demonstrated Abilities

• Fully fluent in French and English, written and verbal.
• Completion of a College diploma or University degree specializing in Business or Human Resource Management
• Possessing the Certified Human Resources Professional (CHRL) designation is preferred.
• 3-5 years of Human Resources Generalist or Advisor experience with a focus in the areas of employee relations including performance management, conducting investigations, health and safety and legislative issues.
• Strong general knowledge of Human Resources practices and principles with excellent judgment and consulting skills.
• Strong knowledge of Quebec employment standards legislation and Bill 96.
• Ability to build and develop relationships throughout the Company to build on Arbor’s culture and employee experience.
  
  

Responsibilities

• Provides employee relations advice and guidance to managers and supervisors within designated client groups and other employee groups as required.
• Provides advice and recommendations to managers on the performance management process, progressive discipline approach and strategy, performance improvement plans, performance evaluation program and termination management.
• Assists with claims received from regulatory bodies to ensure legislative compliance, including Employment Standards, Ministry of Labour, Human Rights Commission, and provincial Health and Safety agencies.
• Manages the investigation process in its entirety which includes conducting workplace investigations, completing the report and making recommendations to management based on the findings.
• Receives accident reports and manages active claims through CNESST, Work Safe, and WCB with a focus on accommodation and return to work. Conducts research and monitors changes to employment legislation and identifies requirements for changes in Company policies and practices.
• Assists with the development and implementation of HR projects to support strategic objectives to implement best-in-class talent pursuit, engagement and retention strategies.
• Partners with members of the Human Resources team on various issues and projects.
• Performs other duties, as required.
  
  

About Us

At Arbor Memorial, your career can mean more. As compassionate partners in each experience of remembrance and celebration, our team is a community focused on families and loved ones. It's rewarding work that directly impacts the lives of others. Our caring approach carries through in the way we treat one another as teammates.

Challenge yourself to grow in new directions and make your unique difference in ways that truly matter – join Arbor Memorial.

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Arbor Memorial is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to fostering a diverse culture of inclusivity and belonging that embraces the contribution of all team members.

We are committed to providing accessible and barrier-free employment practices and encourage all qualified candidates to apply.

If you are contacted for a job opportunity and require accommodation at any stage of the hiring process, please contact the Human Resources Department. Any information received relating to accommodation will be addressed confidentially.