Job Description
Are you an experienced HR professional looking to work in a challenging and collaborative environment? Our client, one of Fraser-Valley’s most well-established law firms, is seeking a well-rounded HR Generalist to join its lively Surrey office!
Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer, the HR Generalist supports the management team in the day to day human resources functions of the firm. The ideal candidate will be self-motivated and has knowledge of recruitment and selection, retention, performance evaluation, and various other aspects of HR.
In return for your hard work, this firm offers great benefits and lots of perks like casual dress on Fridays and early finishes before long weekends and before every summer weekend. Keep reading to find out more!
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee support staff including conducting performance reviews and reviewing assignments
- Assist with entire recruiting process from assessing staffing needs and preparing job descriptions to onboarding and enrolling employees in the firm’s benefits program
- Maintain and update employee records in the HRIS database
- Oversee the firm’s self-managed benefits and programs, liaise with groups benefits carrier, and act as point of contact for benefits-related inquiries and issues
- Manage employee engagement and satisfaction including addressing staff concerns, spearheading recognition programs and coordinating awards and social events
- Other HR duties and responsibilities to support management and lawyers
Qualifications
- At least 3-6 years of progressive HR experience
- HR experience in a professional services environment is beneficial
- A Human Resources diploma or degree
- A CPHR designation is preferred
- Sound computer proficiency including experience with MS Office, working knowledge of ADP Workforce Now is an asset
- Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities
- Ability to prioritize tasks and adapt to changing environment
- Superior communication and interpersonal skills
