HR Generalist

Who we are:

For over 20 years, Global Relay has set the standard in enterprise information archiving with industry-leading cloud archiving, surveillance, eDiscovery, and analytics solutions. We securely capture and preserve the communications data of the world’s most highly regulated firms, giving them greater visibility and control over their information and ensuring compliance with stringent regulations.

Though we offer competitive compensation and benefits and all the other perks one would expect from an established company, we are not your typical technology company. Global Relay is a career-building company. A place for big ideas. New challenges. Groundbreaking innovation. It’s a place where you can genuinely make an impact – and be recognized for it.

We believe great businesses thrive on diversity, inclusion, and the contributions of all employees. To that end, we recruit candidates from different backgrounds and foster a work environment that encourages employees to collaborate and learn from each other, completely free of barriers.

Your role:

The Global Relay HR team champions our corporate culture by bringing together dedicated and hardworking individuals who aspire to learn and grow with the company.  We strive to bring the best out of our employees and enable them to perform at their optimal potential through coaching, learning & development, and open communication.  We work closely with the Global Relay Leadership team on initiatives such as performance management, career development, compensation & benefits, and recruitment.  The Global Relay HR team provides top notch services and support in enabling the execution of Global Relay’s business strategies while balancing employees’ individual goals and professional objectives.

The HR Generalist will provide day-to-day HR support to the daily operations of the HR team thereby contributing to the efficient and professional delivery of HR programs, processes and services across the organization.

Your responsibilities:

• Partners with assigned business units to advise and support managers on employee relation concerns, performance management, and help them implement best HR practices
• Builds and maintains positive working relationships with assigned business units to ensure HR services are properly executed 
• Analyzes and makes independent recommendations regarding solutions to problems with varying complexity in accordance with organization objectives and guidelines
• Maintains compliance with all applicable employment law requirements, company policies, procedures, and standards
• Plans and organizes own work assignments, as well as carries out tasks as required by the HR leadership team
• Creates HR documentation including offer letters, onboarding documents, contractual agreements, employment confirmation letters, etc.
• Processes updates in the various HR Systems (HRIS, ATS, PAS) as required
• Supports the annual performance management process, including facilitating employee review meetings and tracking employee performance
• Facilitates onboarding activities and conducts exit interviews and related activities as part of the off-boarding process
• Organizes and prioritizes a variety of projects and tasks in an effective and timely manner, sets appropriate priorities and meets deadlines
• Handles employee relation issues, consults with HR leadership on complex matters
• Conducts cultural (final-round) interviews with internal and external applicants being considered for employment
• Assesses and identifies trends and proposes solutions that will assist the HR leadership team in designing improvement strategies
• Supports the Annual Compensation Program by educating managers and supporting employee communication
• Provides support with strategic HR initiatives, including research & recommendations, ownership & participation in the development, implementation and maintenance of initiatives
• Analyzes and creates reports based on HR metrics on an ad-hoc basis, specifically detailing the effectiveness of current HR programs and processes
• Provides support for the immigration process, including new hire requirements as well as ongoing visa and PR applications for new and existing employees
• Participates in an internal HR peer-to-peer mentoring program
• Collaborates on the design of and conducts training programs as needed
• Attends and represents Global Relay at career fairs and recruitment-related events

About you:

• 3-5 years of experience in HR; previous work experience in the high tech or software technology industry is an asset.
• Completion of post-secondary studies in Human Resources.
• Good knowledge of HR standards and best practices.
• Good working experience in HRIS, ATS or other databases, with advanced skills in MS Office Suite.
• Keen attention to detail with strong written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with strong business acumen.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and multi-task.
• Must be able to show proven record of responsibility and judgment including exercise of discretion and confidentiality.
• Self-starter who is comfortable working independently and with a team.
• Good knowledge in employment regulations including Employment Standards Act and Human Rights Act.
• Flexibility and demonstrated ability to take initiatives; comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities.
• Proven ability to build trust with all levels of employees within the organization.

Compensation:

Global Relay advertises the pay range for this role in compliance with British Columbia’s pay transparency laws. Individual pay rates are determined by evaluating factors such as expertise, skills, education, and professional background. 

The range below reflects the expected annual base salary, which is only one element of our comprehensive total rewards package designed to reflect our company pay philosophy, culture and values. We aim to foster an inspiring work environment and support employees' work-life rhythms. We provide a comprehensive extended health benefits program, including virtual healthcare and a wellness allowance. Employees also receive annual allotted vacation days, which increase based on tenure. Other benefits include: Paid sick days, maternity/parental enhancement program, corporate bonuses, and an RRSP contribution matching program. 

For Vancouver-based employees, we provide a subsidized meal program, courtesy of our talented in-house culinary team!

What you can expect:

At Global Relay, there’s no ceiling to what you can achieve. It’s the land of opportunity for the energetic, the intelligent, the driven. You’ll receive the mentoring, coaching, and support you need to reach your career goals. You’ll be part of a culture that breeds creativity and rewards perseverance and hard work. And you’ll be working alongside smart, talented individuals from diverse backgrounds, with complementary knowledge and skills.

Global Relay is an equal-opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

We seek to ensure reasonable adjustments, accommodations, and personal time are tailored to meet the unique needs of every individual.

We understand flexible work arrangements are important, and we encourage that in our work culture. Whether it’s flexibility around work hours, workstyle, or lifestyle, we want to ensure our employees have a healthy work/life balance. We support and value a hybrid work model that blends collaboration with the team in the office and focus time from the comfort of your home.

To learn more about our business, culture, and community involvement, visit www.globalrelay.com.