People & Culture Specialist (Vancouver / Toronto - Remote) - Jobs in Greater Vancouver

Job Description

Description: Top Canadian tech agency seeks a curious and enthusiastic Peopleamp; Culture Specialist to join our growing team! This role reports to the Director of Peopleamp; Culture (DPC) and allows you to take on various responsibilities to develop and nurture a diverse global tech team. Who you are: You will have at least 2 years of experience working in an HR and Recruitment role with a Canadian tech company, ideally in professional services. What you will be doing:

• Full-Cycle Recruitment
  • Work closely with the Director, P amp;C, and Hiring Managers to identify staffing needs.
  • Prepare job descriptions and post job ads.
  • Source potential candidates through external recruitment platforms or agencies.
  • Screen and interview applicants and schedule subsequent interviews with hiring managers and technical teams.
  • Perform reference checks, and prepare offer letters, NDAs, and Employment Agreements.
• Coordinate the onboarding of new hires.
• Offboard employees who are leaving the company, which includes performing exit interviews and ensuring that company property is returned promptly.
• Maintain the company #39;s HRIS BambooHR and Applicant Tracking System JazzHR.
• Assist the DPC with revising policies and processes following employment laws, industry best practices, and business objectives.
• Work with the DPC and the Marketing Team to grow and nurture the company culture through various initiatives and events that increase employee engagement.
• Support the DPC with tasks related to performance management and total rewards.
• Employee relations: Act as a point of contact to facilitate positive relationships between employees and the organization.
• Collaborate with educational institutions to attract and develop young talent for Aequilibrium.
• Develop and maintain relationships with potential candidates to build up Aequlibrium’s talent pool.
• Provide assistance with employee immigration and applications for P amp;C grants and awards.
• Act as a brand ambassador for the company by representing Aequilibrium at career fairs, networking events, and online communities.

Qualificationsamp; Requirements: Must-Have:

• 2+ years of experience working in a Human Resources role for a Canadian tech company.
• Hands-on recruitment experience with technology roles.
• Experience with active and passive recruitment, ideally for tech roles.
• Experience using BambooHR and/or JazzHR or similar HRIS/Applicant Tracking Systems.
• Experience working in Microsoft Office / Google Suite.
• Knowledge of Canadian employment laws.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• The ability to multi-task effectively within a fast-paced environment.
• Exceptional organization skills with attention to detail.
• The ability to work autonomously as well as part of a team.
• Canadian Citizenship or PR status.
• Reside in Canada, ideally Vancouver or Toronto.
• Bachelor #39;s degree (or equivalent) in human resources or related field.
• The passion to build, develop, and grow!

Nice to Have:

• Experience with international recruitment.
• Experience working with fully remote, global teams.
• Experience working within a Tech Professional Services company.

Location:This position is 100% remote; however, only candidates based in Canada and with Canadian Citizenship or PR will be considered. While Aequilibrium is a remote-first company, we host in-person social events and team-building activities. If you’re based in BC, you must attend local in-person career fairs, networking, and other company events. Salary:The salary range for this position is CAD $55,000 - $70,000 annually. Salary offered will be based on skills and experience.About AequilibriumAequilibrium is a technology professional services organization voted multiple times among the Top 5 Best Companies to Work For, Top 5 Digital Agencies, and Fastest Growing Tech Companies in BC,winner of multiple VancouverUX Awards for product design. We bring together product managers, designers, and developers dedicated to creating winning web, mobile, VR, and AI solutions. Our team uses Agile methodologies and Lean Startup principles to deliver our clients’ projects faster and with less risk. Some of Our BenefitsWe offer our full-time employees the following:

• Remote work
• Competitive compensation rates
• 3 weeks of paid vacation
• 4 weeks sabbatical leave after three consecutive years of service
• Medical, dental, and extended healthcare benefits (paid in full by the company!)
• Employee referral bonus
• Training and career development opportunities
• Regular in-person social events
• Learn more about our team: aequilibrium.com/careers

Please note At Aequilibrium, we seek candidates who will contribute to our culture of valuing, respecting, supporting, and caring for each other. Diversity of thought and perspectives is critical to our success, and all applicants are considered regardless of sexual orientation, gender identity, race, colour, age, disability, marital status, heritage, or religious or political beliefs.Aequilibrium is trusted with highly sensitive information. Upon joining our team, you may be asked to undergo security screenings, including a criminal record check.Get Social with Us!LinkedIn | Twitter | Instagram | FacebookCheck out some of our recent press:Anchor | BetaKit | Business in Vancouver | VancouverUXPowered by JazzHR