Senior Associate, Human Resources- employment career Canada

Job title: Senior Associate, Human Resources - Vancouver - VAN000BU
Organization: Ernst & Young
Location:CA-BC-Vancouver
Deadline: 10/08/2013
EY’s people in more than 140 countries are committed to operating with integrity, quality and professionalism in the provision of audit, tax and transaction advisory services. We strive to help all of our people achieve their professional and personal goals through an inclusive environment that values everyone's contributions, appreciates diversity of thought, fosters growth, and provides continuous opportunities for development. Recognized as one of Canada's top employers, EY continually strives to be a great place to work.

The Senior Associate, Human Resources acts as the first point of contact for employees in select national practices or select practices in a geographic area. Specifically, the incumbent will be responsible for providing HR support our Vancouver office. The incumbent possesses deep understanding of the business directions/needs of the practices/area, and knows the people and people issues; helps to ensure successful implementation of key, high-touch people processes and initiatives in line with the business strategies. . The Senior Associate reports to the Market HR Leader in Vancouver and works closely with colleagues in Canada’s People Team.

Responsibilities:
    Serves as the first point of contact for client groups. Addresses and resolves requests, concerns and inquiries.
    Implements recurring (HR) processes, including performance management, recruitment and career development. Recommends process improvements as appropriate.
    Helps design and implement HR programs and processes for assigned client groups (e.g. reward & recognition, recruitment, and learning events)
    Works with the HR Leader to assist in people processes (performance management, career development, coaching, people surveys )
    Coordinates with Centre for People Services to ensure proper handling of administrative issues and needs.

To qualify, candidates must have:
    Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience
    Minimum of 2-4 years related experience
    Proficiency in the following competencies: ability to manage multiple priorities, understands the professional service industry, build positive relationships, experience and understanding of employment legislation strong communication (oral and written) skills.

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