Generalist, Human Resources (8-Month Term)

Come join our team! If you are looking for a career that is both challenging and rewarding, with an organization that values diversity, equity and a shared sense of purpose, look no further.

We are proud to say we are one of BC’s Top Employers since 2022! The Law Society of BC offers work/life balance, a collegial atmosphere, and an excellent benefits package, including: extended health benefits, a dental plan, a generous health care spending account, and more.

The Law Society of BC is seeking a temporary, full-time Generalist in our Human Resources department for an 8-month term. The Generalist, Human Resources is responsible for the effective management and coordination of a broad range of HR programs and services. While the main focus of this role is Recruitment, this role also supports a variety of areas including benefits, training and development, employee relations, performance management, and HR planning.

The duties of this position include:        

• Performing full lifecycle recruitment activities, including: posting positions on the Law Society’s Careers site, intranet as well as external job sites, screening resumes, administering employment testing, conducting brief telephone screen interviews, drafting interview questionnaires, arranging and participating in in-person and virtual job interviews, providing feedback about each candidate as part of the interview panel, and conducting reference checks.
• Performing new hire processes including recommending starting salary and discussing offer terms with candidates.
• Acting as a resource, providing advice, guidance and assistance to management and staff on interpretation and administration of HR programs and policies.
• Providing back-up for managing the Short-Term and Long-Term disability programs, including advising staff on the policy and process, coordinating Return-to-Work Programs, determining need and coordinating the process for third-party adjudication of the claims.
• Researching training and skill development opportunities for staff. 
• Conducting exit interviews with departing employees and assisting with involuntary terminations of employment, as needed.
• Conducting onboarding interviews with new staff.
• Handling day-to-day transactional and administrative requests that come in from employees and managers;
• Working closely with the HR team to deliver on HR related programs, projects and initiatives, such as various employee events (monthly service awards/recognition, annual recognition day, Winter Party, etc.), HR-related working groups; on-the-spot recognition program; performance management process; annual flu shot day, etc.
• Assisting with maintaining the HRIS.
• Supporting the team to assist with coordinating Maternity and Parental Leaves and doing benefit orientation for new Staff.
• Assisting with ad-hoc HR projects and research, such as organization benefit and policy changes etc.
• Providing back-up to the HR Coordinator and the other HR Generalist.
• Other duties as required by the Director, HR.

Qualifications

• The nature of the work requires a high level of comfort and credibility at all levels of the organization. 
• A degree/diploma in HR Management or equivalent education is required. A minimum of five years of experience in a Human Resources department is needed. 
• CPHR designation, or working towards obtaining it. 
• Proven recruitment experience in a professional services or similar environment is required. 
• Proficient in core office programs (e.g., Microsoft Office products) and capable of learning key HRIS / role specific applications. 
• Accuracy, attention to detail, confidentiality and follow-up are essential.

The salary range for this position is $70,069 to $76,162.

The Law Society of BC is dedicated to promoting equity, diversity, and inclusion in all aspects of our work. We welcome individuals from diverse backgrounds and experiences to contribute to the future of our organization. In accordance with the Law Society of B.C.’s commitment to reconciliation, we seek to create a culturally safe space and to continue further improving relationships with Indigenous peoples. 

To apply, please email your cover letter and resume to personnel@lsbc.org with the subject “Generalist, HR (8-Month Term)”. The closing date for this competition is June 14, 2024. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

The Law Society of BC supports hybrid work schedules. This position is located at the Law Society of British Columbia office in the Yaletown area of Vancouver, BC.

845 Cambie Street
Vancouver, British Columbia
V6B 4Z9