Senior HR Specialist

DistillerSR

. Manage end-to-end resourcing, including needs analysis, sourcing, attracting, screening, and onboarding talent .

Posted 9/29/2026full-timeKanata • CanadaSenior💰 CA$70,000 - CA$85,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing end-to-end talent acquisition processes, including onboarding and compliance with employment legislation. Proficient in utilizing HRIS systems and AI-enabled talent tools to enhance employee experience and support organizational goals.

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Talent Acquisition ManagementHRIS AdministrationEmployee OnboardingLegislative ComplianceCommunication Skills

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Hard Skills

Talent Pipeline ManagementData AnalysisCompensation ProcessesPerformance ManagementHR Policy Development

Soft Skills

Exceptional CommunicationOrganizational SkillsRelationship BuildingAttention to DetailMulti-tasking

Tools & Technologies

BambooHRGoogle SuiteMS Office

Certifications & Qualifications

CHRPJHSC Certification

Industry Keywords

Employment Standards ActOccupational Health and Safety ActHuman Rights CodeTalent Best PracticesEmployee Experience

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage end-to-end resourcing, including needs analysis, sourcing, attracting, screening, and onboarding talent
Build and maintain the talent pipeline
Act as campus/post-secondary liaison for co-op programs
Own the talent portion of employee onboarding
Handle employee questions, feedback, and concerns, escalating or investigating as needed
Support the Employee Experience & Culture Committee
Participate in the Joint Health & Safety Committee and Employee Social Committee
Champion AI-enabled talent tools and processes
Administer BambooHR and maintain employee records
Lead employee onboarding and offboarding processes and continuous improvement
Update and maintain HR policies and procedures for legislative compliance and best practices
Collaborate with Compliance and Finance/Payroll on audit and operational requirements
Monitor employment legislation, talent best practices, and industry trends
Provide talent guidance to employees and frontline people managers
Support performance management, training, and career development programs
Analyze HR data for decision-making and program improvement
Prepare internal HR communications for All Hands, board meetings, and other events
Conduct salary analysis and market analysis for recruitment, talent management, and annual compensation reviews

Requirements

What you’ll need

College or University degree, preferably in Human Resources, Social Sciences or Business
Minimum of 5 years of experience in an HR role, preferably in a start-up/scale-up or fast-moving environment
Must be tech savvy, quick to learn new software
Exceptional communication skills – written, oral, presentation
Demonstrated success in building strong working relationships with diverse teams
Highly proficient in Google Suite and MS Office
Strong organizational and administrative skills, able to prioritize and multi-task
Strong attention to detail
Working knowledge of Employment Standards Act, 2000 (ESA), Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA), and Human Rights Code
Completion of JHSC certification, or willingness to become certified
Experience with an HRIS system as a backend user/administrator
Experience supporting compensation processes, or willingness to learn
CHRP or in progress

Benefits

Comp & perks

Flexible work hours and work arrangements
Benefits coverage from Day One
Annual winter holiday shutdown
Three weeks vacation
Wellness reimbursement
Professional development support
Career growth opportunities
Great culture working in the heart of the Kanata North Tech Park