Our client, a Crown Corporation located in Ottawa, is seeking an HR Assistant for a full-time 6-month contract opportunity (potential of extension). This role is a critical support position within a small but dynamic HR team and involves a blend of HRIS data management, recruitment coordination, pension administration and HR project support.

**Please note: Existing Reliability/Enhanced or Secret Clearance is required for this position**

Work Arrangement:

• Hybrid model: 1 day per week in office with an expectation to be in office for onsite team days.
• Occasional travel within Ontario (within 2 to 3 hour drive from Ottawa)
• Flexibility required at the beginning for training, which may require more frequent onsite presence.

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee records and HRIS data.
• Assist in the coordination of recruitment efforts, including scheduling interviews, posting job openings, and communicating with candidates.
• Support onboarding and offboarding processes.
• Assist with benefits and pension administration, including enrollment, changes, and responding to employee inquiries.
• Generate reports and HR metrics to support decision-making and compliance requirements.
• Participate in special HR projects as assigned, contributing to process improvements and policy development.
• Provide general administrative support to the HR team.

Preferred Experience and Skills:

• Post-secondary degree in Human Resources or related field. 
• At least 2-3 years of experience working in Human Resources.
• Existing reliability or security clearance required.
• Strong knowledge of HRIS platforms. Experience with Dayforce is ideal.
• Experience working with SharePoint is an asset.
• Pension and benefit administration experience is desired.

We’re an equal opportunity employer committed to increasing diversity and inclusion in today’s workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. Minorities, women, LGBTQ candidates, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. If you require an accommodation, please review our accessibility policy and reach out to our accessibility officer with any questions.