HR Generalist – Hybrid Work Model - Jobs in Guelph, ON

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About SyngentaSyngenta is a global leader in agriculture; rooted in science and dedicated to bringing plant potential to life. Each of our 28,000 employees in more than 90 countries work together to solve one of humanity’s most pressing challenges: growing more food with fewer resources. A diverse workforce and an inclusive workplace environment are enablers of our ambition to be the most collaborative and trusted team in agriculture. Our employees reflect the diversity of our customers, the markets where we operate and the communities which we serve. No matter what your position, you will have a vital role in safely feeding the world and taking care of our planet. Join us and help shape the future of agriculture.About UsWe invite you to help our Canada team shape the future of agriculture. At Syngenta, we believe every employee has a role to play in safely feeding the world and taking care of our planet.We are looking for talented, curious and keen individuals to join our growing team. If you have energy, enthusiasm, and thrive in a fast-paced environment, please read on.The Human Resources team is currently seeking an HR Generalist to provide professional HR support to HRBP’s, business leaders and employees. The role will support the operational HR functions in Canada including intern and new employee onboarding, payroll and benefit support, employee relations, recruitment, diversity initiatives, and efforts related to improving the overall work environment.This role has a hybrid work model with a Flexible Work Location approach. If you are based in Guelph, Waterloo and/or Southwestern Ontario this might be a great opportunity for you!What will you do:Talent Aquistion

• Manage day to day relationships with recruitment agencies
• Manage process and communication of role openings
• Support full cycle reucitment process and assist Talent Aquisition team with role posting, digital marketing, and reference checks
• Manage newhire onboarding program
• Manage adminsitration of Syngenta Canada Intern Program
• Participate in career fairs and other talent events
• Administer the contract employee program

Benefit & Payroll Administration Support

• Support Payroll and Benefit Lead in adminstering employee benefits (enrollment, life events, salary changes etc.)
• Adminster cheque requests for group benefits (healthcare spending, salary continuance etc.)
• Adminsiter benefit reconsilliation and invoice processing
• Adminsiter other Sygnenta Canada programming in conjunction with HR Operations processes

HRPB Support

• Partnering with HRBP to ensure accuracy of organizational structure within HR systems and ensure timely and accurate changes are made in the system.
• Handle operational HR support for employees and managers with respect to answering HR queries, HR system (Workday) changes

Digital Expertise

• Experience with HRIS Systems (Workday preferred)
• High level exerperience with online digital platforms (Sharepoint, Teams etc.)
• Experience with online meeting platforms (Zoom, Teams etc.)
• Excellent MS Office Suite (Excel, word, powerpoint)

You are someone with:

• Undergraduate degree in relevant field (Business, Human Resource Management or a related field).
• 3-5 years’ minimum of focused employee experience & HR generalist work
• CHRP or working towards your CHRP preferred
• Experience with HRIS Systems (Workday preferred)
• High level exerperience with online digital platforms (Sharepoint, Teams etc.)
• Experience with online meeting platforms (Zoom, Teams etc.)
• Excellent MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, Powerpoint)
• Must demonstrate Syngenta values: passion for customer, long view, growth for all, determined execution, and role modelling that “how” matters

What We Offer:

• We offer a competitive base salary and incentive bonus potential, combined with challenging and meaningful work, learning and career development opportunities and a great team environment
• A culture that celebrates diversity & inclusion, promotes personal and professional development and offers flexible work options to meet both your work and personal needs
• Comprehensive Benefit offering, Pension and Group Retirement program with company match, and Profit Sharing
• Focus on Wellness and innovative programs that support overall health and wellbeing such as annual Lifestyle Account and free Headspace App
• Progressive Employee Policies and Programs including a Flexible Work Location approach, and a vacation policy that provides up to 30 days’ vacation for all employees

*** Please note that Syngenta has a COVID19 mandatory policy that applies to this positionSyngenta is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or any other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status.Syngenta Contact Information:If you need assistance during the application process, please contact the Service Desk at recruitment.na@syngenta.comSyngenta Canada welcomes applications from all qualified candidates and is able to accommodate persons with disabilities. For more information about accommodation during any stage of the recruitment process or if you would like more information on our accommodation policies, please contact recruitment.na@syngenta.com#LI-EH7#LI-HybridQuick Apply

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