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Human Resources (HR) Generalist

Human Resources (HR) Generalist Job Description

The human resources (HR) generalist is a versatile HR professional responsible for providing comprehensive HR support across various functions within the organization. This role requires a strong understanding of HR practices, Canadian employment law, and the ability to handle a wide range of HR responsibilities. The HR Generalist partners with employees and managers to deliver effective HR solutions.

Typical Human Resources (HR) generalist duties:

Provide generalist HR support to employees and managers, including answering inquiries, resolving issues, and providing guidance on HR policies and procedures. Manage the employee lifecycle, including onboarding, offboarding, and changes in employment status. Assist with recruitment and selection processes, including sourcing candidates, conducting interviews, and extending offers. Administer compensation and benefits programs, including enrollments, changes, and resolving employee inquiries. Maintain accurate employee records and ensure compliance with data privacy regulations.

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Salary for Human Resources (HR) Generalist
71250 - 90000
25th percentile
71250
The candidate is new to the role and building the needed skills, experience and autonomy.
50th percentile
83750
The candidate has the experience to perform core responsibilities without direct supervision and is comfortable with the role’s processes and subject matter.
75th percentile
90000
The candidate delivers value beyond the stated job duties, has advanced qualifications and experience, and is ready for the next career level.
Projected salaries for related positions Position title 25th percentile 50th percentile 75th percentile Human Resources (HR) Director 106250 139000 163000 Human Resources (HR) Manager 86500 106250 137500 Learning & Development Manager 90500 98500 115750 Human Resources (HR) Business Partner 86250 94500 106500 Human Resources (HR) Specialist 65250 71750 83000 Human Resources (HR) Coordinator 54750 64500 69250 Human Resources (HR) Assistant 49500 55750 62500 HRIS Analyst 83000 90750 104500

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