HR Generalist

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Responsible for supporting assigned regions or lines of business by guiding human resources (HR) operational issues and employment law. Also participates in implementation and support of a variety of HR programs including general HR program/policy administration and compliance, employee hiring, onboarding, termination, records maintenance, communications, employee and labor relations, and HR-related training or other special projects. The HR Generalist anticipates and plans for long-term human resource needs and works with business management to develop programs and initiatives to meet the needs of the assigned region or line of business.
Essential Job Duties

• Ensure consistent application of HR programs, policies and practices across the assigned LKQ footprint.
• Perform various human resources duties and partner with HRBP and Corporate HR in areas such as talent acquisition, employment, compensation, benefits, training, employee relations, or other special projects.
• Partner with business management teams to facilitate the delivery of HR services.
• Serve as a contact for employees and answer questions regarding HR policies and procedures.
• Support talent acquisition and/or onboarding functions and processes as needed. Assist in recruitment process steps such as sourcing, scheduling, employee selection, background checking, offer generation, onboarding, and record retention.
• Support of employee relations function and processes. Investigate employee complaints, facilitate actions to resolve employee issues and/or escalate them to the next level as appropriate, and ensure accurate and timely resolution and documentation of concerns or issues.
• Assist in the management of leaves of absence, worker's compensation cases, and unemployment claims, and support other HR processes such as benefits enrollment, performance appraisals, and merit.
• Provide HR policy guidance and interpretation, monitor compliance, and mitigate risk related to existing Company policies and location-specific laws/regulations governing employment practices, engaging the Legal department as needed.
• Create reports and evaluate results to make recommendations on new approaches, policies, procedures, and continuous process improvement. Ensure employee data integrity and confidentiality. Recommend intranet content.
• Assume other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Not responsible for supervising employees.

Minimum Requirements

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in human resources, business, or related field.
• 3+ years of related human resources experience.
• Knowledge of Workday (HCM) is considered a strong asset.

Preferred Requirements

• Certified Human Resources Professional (CHRP) or Chartered Professional in Human Resources (CPHR).
  Experience in manufacturing and warehouse

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Strong knowledge of provincial legislation including (but not limited to) the Employment Standards Act , Human Rights Code , Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act , and Occupational Health & Safety Act . Knowledge of provincial legislation in other provinces such as Manitoba, Saskatchewan, Alberta and BC is considered a strong asset.
• Must be able to effectively communicate, both orally and in writing, with different stakeholders in the organization.
• Knowledge of Canadian payroll principles is preferred.
• Strong problem solving, mediation and resolution skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.

Essential Physical Demands/Work Environment

• This position requires sitting and typing for long periods of time.
• Must have the ability to work under conditions of frequent interruptions and be attentive to details.
• Must be able and willing to travel up to 50% of the time.
• This position is a hybrid position (3 days in the office, per week).

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Salary starts at 70K - 80K yearly!

LKQ Canada is an inclusive and accessible employer, committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment & selection process, and a workplace that embraces diversity & inclusion. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates, including women, Indigenous peoples, visible minorities, persons with disabilities, veterans, newcomers & members of sexual minority groups. LKQ will work with applicants requesting accommodation during the hiring process.

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