HR Advisor

Job Description

Are you passionate about people? We are looking for a dedicated HR Advisor to join our team! As an HR Advisor, you'll be the go-to person for managers and supervisors, guiding them through various employee-related issues and helping them understand our company policies and provincial employment laws.

You'll have the chance to collaborate closely with different business units, investigate concerns, and even deliver some HR training sessions.

We are a Canadian owned and operated retailer (and proud of it!), with a strong commitment to the community, and over 60 years of success.

If you are looking for a challenging and stimulating career, Giant Tiger may be right for you. We believe in opportunities for growth & development, teamwork, and engagement.

Location : HR Advisor will follow a hybrid remote / onsite schedule. Applicants to this role can expect to work on-site from our Distribution Centre in Johnstown, Ontario 4 days a week.

Giant Tiger Offers :

Work Your Way! Hybrid work arrangement;

Annual incentive plan and deferred profit sharing program

Full medical and dental benefits

• Bursary program for children of eligible employees;
• LinkedIn Learning Subscription;
• Employee tuition reimbursement program;
• Onsite Parking;
• 24 / 7 access to onsite gym;

Full-Service Cafeteria

HR Advisor, Role Highlights :

Execute on aspects of the people plan (labour, process and tools) as assigned by the HR Business Partner.

Communicate and train on HR systems, programs and processes that are in place to support functional areas HR needs and Gaps.

Execute compliance around HR policies / labour legislation for your business unit and identify risks and actions to escalate to the HR Business Partner as needed.

Communicate with COEs and HR Ops to resolve any concerns for your business unit and ensure that you escalate feedback from your business unit to the HR Business Partner.

Provide coaching, counselling and responses on employee relations and labour relations programs, policies and procedures that impact your business unit.

Build business relationships as a trusted and proactive HR advisor through our HR Best Practices to drive employee engagement.

HR Advisor, Key Qualifications :

Post Secondary education in Human Resources or related discipline; or equivalent experience

A minimum of 2 years of experience in a HR role

Skilled in developing positive working relationships with business leaders

Excellent attention to detail with written work

Proven ability to effectively communicate in a positive way

Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills

Excellent organizational skills

Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines

Ability to comprehend, interpret, and apply the appropriate provincial employment law, policies and regulations

Strong computer skills in using Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint are required

Acts with the highest professional standards of personal and professional integrity

Assets

Bilingualism English and French

Experience working in an HRIS

Relevant experience in conducting ER investigations, including harassment investigations and supporting MOL & Human Rights claims