HR Partner

Purpose: 

The HR Partner is responsible for ensuring the seamless integration and application of human resources initiatives and functions with a specific emphasis on HRIS and Payroll.

Roles & Responsibilities:

Provides technical support to the HR Unit across various functions (HRIS, Payroll, Compensation, Benefits, Performance Management)  

HRIS Management and Optimization 

• Serve as a subject matter expert for the HRIS, ensuring effective utilization, data integrity, and system sustainability, including system controls and user access in accordance with privacy requirements. 

• Lead or support HRIS implementations, upgrades, enhancements, and testing in collaboration with IT and vendors, translating HR business requirements into system solutions, workflows, and reporting tools. 

• Develop and maintain HR dashboards, reports, and analytics to support leadership decision-making. 

• Provide training, guidance, and support to managers and employees on HRIS tools and processes, and create user documentation, job aids, and system procedures as needed. 

Payroll 

• Conduct payroll audits and reconcile data between HRIS, payroll systems, and financial records to ensure accuracy, compliance, and resolution of discrepancies. 

• Monitor payroll controls, identify risks, and recommend process improvements, supporting internal and external audits with documentation and reporting as needed. 

• Serve as backup to payroll processing functions during absences or peak periods, including data entry, validation, and exception handling. 

• Maintain current knowledge of payroll procedures, schedules, and statutory requirements. 

Benefits 

• Assists in the administration, processing, and coordination of the MCK Benefit programs. 

• Assists with the implementation of wellness activities and social programs that promote employee engagement and wellness. 

• Assists with updates to the HRIS in respect to benefit related data. 

Performance Management and Talent Systems 

• Assist in the development, implementation, and administration of performance management, merit-based programs, and onboarding processes to ensure successful employee transitions. 

• Assists with updates to the HRIS in respect to performance management – views and produces reports, and/or maintains Human Resources Information System records. 

• Support succession planning and talent/position management processes within the HRIS. 

Compensation  

• Provides coverage for the Compensation-focused HR Partner during periods of absence to ensure continuity of HR services. 

Assists in compensation and benchmarking studies.

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Human Resources Management, or related field, plus one (1) year relevant experience.  

OR 

• DEC or Certificate in Human Resources Management, plus three (3) years’ relevant experience.  

OR 

• High School Diploma, plus five (5) years relevant experience with training in Human Resources. 

Canadian Payroll Association (CPA) certification and/or experience working with HRIS systems is an asset. 

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

• Comprehensive knowledge of Human Resources management theories, strategies, techniques, and their applications.  

• Solutions-focused approach to challenges.  

• Effective communication skills with individuals at all levels of the organization. 

• Able to work efficiently as a part of a team as well as independently.  

• Knowledge of computerized information systems used in human resources applications.  

• Strong computer skills, to include database management, word processing, creating spreadsheets, e-mail, and the internet.  

• Ability to adapt to and learn fast new software. 

• Excellent time and project management skills.  

• Attention to detail in all areas of work. 

• Strong oral and written communication and organizational skills.  

• Strong problem identification and problem resolution skills. 

• Ability to interpret and implement policies and procedures.  

• Skill in analyzing and evaluating various HR related issues. 

• Research, analytical, and critical thinking skills. 

• Ability to plan, coordinate, and administer complex administrative systems and processes. 

• Ability to make administrative and procedural decisions and judgments on sensitive, confidential issues.  

• Demonstrates professionalism, discretion, and courtesy when interacting with internal and external clients, fostering positive and respectful working relationships. 

• Maintains confidentiality.  

• Adhere to the MCK policies and Kanien’kéha Language initiatives. 

• Ability to communicate in the Kanien’kéha and French languages is an asset. 

• The willingness to learn the Kanien’kéha language. 

Working Environment:

• Five-day work week is performed in an office environment. 

• Moderate stress due to workload priorities 

• Occasional or moderate overtime is required to meet time-sensitive payroll deadlines. 

Requirements:

Please address your application to MCK Human Resources. Forward your complete application via e-mail only to:   Applications@mck.ca

• Ensure complete applications are submitted, including Letter of Intent and Resume. Incomplete applications may not be considered. 
• Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
• Preference will be given to Indigenous candidates.
• When adding attachments, please use PDF format. Any other formats may be blocked from our system.

ALL REQUIRED DOCUMENTS MUST BE SUBMITTED BEFORE THE DEADLINE FOR YOUR APPLICATION TO BE CONSIDERED