Director, Human Resources

Cox & Palmer is a full-service, top-ranked Atlantic Canadian law firm with the knowledge and experience clients rely on for solid legal solutions. Our Halifax office is currently seeking a Director, Human Resources to join our leadership team.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Work in an interesting, rewarding, and ever-changing professional service environment;
• An inclusive culture that values diverse perspectives and equitable opportunities;
• Professional development and growth opportunities;
• Competitive compensation and benefits package;
• Working with highly skilled support staff; and
• Flexible work arrangements.

EQUITY, DIVERSITY & INCLUSION
We welcome and encourage applications from persons who identify as women, visible minorities, Indigenous, persons with disabilities, members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community/people with diverse gender identities and sexual orientations. Applicants from these equity-priority groups may self-identify in their application.

• Works collaboratively with internal stakeholders completing day-to-day HR operational work in recruitment, onboarding, compensation & benefits, performance management, employee engagement, workforce planning, leaves of absence, accommodations, and scheduling;
• Lead benefits management, performance reviews, compensation research, vacation planning, HR policy revisions, health and wellness, equity, diversity and inclusion programs;
Accountable for data entry and integrity of all HR systems, tools, files, and documentation; Generate and
• data-driven insights to increase HR team efficiency; and
• As a member of the leadership team, provide recommendations to support business objectives and responsible for one direct report overseeing the professional support staff.

• Five+ years of education and/or experience in HR or related field, CPHR designation is preferred;
• Current and continuing knowledge of legislative compliance with respect to relevant employment, labour, and health & safety legislation as well as promising practices and trends in the field of HR;
• Ability to maintain a high degree of professional judgment, confidentiality, tact, diplomacy, and discretion at all times;
• Prior experience in a dynamic, complex, and nuanced Professional Services environment would be considered an asset.

A detailed job description is available upon request. Please submit a resume and covering letter to:

Cox & Palmer is committed to equity, diversity and inclusion in the workplace and is a member of the Law Firm Diversity and Inclusion Network (LFDIN).