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About Witten LLP
Witten LLP is an Edmonton-based, full-service law firm, proudly serving the community for almost a century. Our accomplished team of about 50 lawyers and 100 staff and is committed to delivering exceptional services in a variety of areas to both private and public sector clients, as well as individual clients. We pride ourselves in being actively involved in the legal and broader community. Our firm members have long upheld a tradition of support, volunteerism, and pro bono contributions to numerous charities, social causes, and cultural initiatives. Read more about our firm, our culture and the services we provide on our website.
As a member of Witten LLP, you will join a dynamic and talented team, engaging in challenging and rewarding work. Our team members benefit from ongoing mentorship and collaboration, fostering continuous learning and growth.
If our values resonate with you and you believe you would be a great addition to our team, we would love to hear from you.
About the Opportunity
Witten LLP is currently seeking a Human Resources Manager to join our team. You will work as an integral member of Witten LLP’s management team and report directly to the Managing Partner. We offer competitive compensation, excellent benefits, and a friendly, inclusive, team-oriented environment.
Responsibilities:
- Responsible for talent acquisition efforts, including job postings, scheduling interviews, reference checks, candidate assessments, and maintaining relationships with employment agencies
- Responsible for onboarding and offboarding initiatives, including new hire packages, conducting orientations and exit interviews
- Is the primary contact in handling employee concerns and providing support to resolve human resource issues
- Responsible for maintaining job descriptions and employee records (attendance, vacation, sick time, personnel files, benefits administration)
- Experience with Payroll & Benefits is required, will support the Payroll & Benefits Administrator to ensure accurate processing of semi-monthly payroll & benefits for 150+ employees
- Responsible for managing employee performance, including facilitating employee review meetings and tracking employee performance
- Plans and organizes company events and meetings for support staff
- Coordinates employee birthday cards, anniversary announcements, payroll change notices, updating firm directory, service awards, employee recognition
- Assists with developing and managing an HR budget
- Maintains confidential HR files and databases
- Contributes to the strategic planning and execution of HR initiatives
Skills and Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in human resources, with a minimum 7 years’ experience and at least 5 years of supervisory experience, CPHR designation is an asset
- Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office and working knowledge of Dayforce HCM is preferred
- Knowledge in employment laws and regulations including Employment Standards Act
- Ability to work independently and within a team
- Detail-oriented with a high degree of accuracy
- Proven record of responsibility and judgment including exercise of discretion and confidentiality
- Excellent communication and writing skills with the ability to effectively collaborate with internal and external professionals
- Skilled in conflict resolution, building strong relationships and creating a foundation of trust, mutual respect, and collaboration
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and meet competing deadlines
- Demonstrates flexibility and the ability to take on initiatives with confidence working in a fast-paced environment
Witten LLP is committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion in all our recruitment, interview, employment, and promotion processes. A variety of policies are in place that are intended to achieve a workplace free from discriminatory practices, including our Maternity and Parental Leave, Respectful Workplace, Paid Bereavement Leave, Unpaid Protected Job Leave, Sick Leave and Diversity and Equity Policies. An excerpt of our Diversity and Equity Policy can be found here.
Witten LLP thanks all applicants for their interest and for submitting their application, however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. All applicants should be prepared to consent to a credit and an enhanced criminal background check yielding satisfactory and clear/complete results.