HR Associate - Benefits - Jobs in Halifax, NS

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Job Title: HR Associate, BenefitsCompany, Department: Corporate Human ResourcesLocation: Halifax, NS – HybridType of Employment: Regular, Full TimeClosing Date: December 1st 2022Reference Number: 10787At Emera, you’ll be part of an inclusive, respectful workplace where everyone is welcomed and supported. Come build a career as unique as you are: making an impact from Atlantic Canada to the world. Your experience and perspective will help Emera to safely deliver cleaner, reliable energy to our customers.If working in an innovative environment, challenging yourself, and shaping a cleaner energy future inspires you, we want to hear from you. Apply by December 1st 2022 date and tell us what excites you about this role.We are currently looking for an HR Associate, Benefits to join our Human Resources team. Reporting to the Sr Manager Employee Services you will be responsible for the oversight and administration of benefits for the group.As an HR Associate within our Total Rewards team you will:

• Manage the benefits portfolio (health, dental, insurances), including the design and administration of the benefit programs for the Canadian Affiliates of Emera.

• Guide and support our employees, retirees, and service providers regarding benefits matters, as well as managing external vendor relationships.

• Research and implement benefits best practices; suggesting and implementing continuous improvements to our processes and approaches.

• Make the appropriate changes to employee information as it relates to pension and benefits, managing all benefit communication materials for employees and retirees.

• This role requires an understanding of HR systems (Emera uses Peoplesoft) and will work closely with IT to manage benefits configuration.

• Prepare and deliver employee education sessions, including orientations and general information sessions.

What skills will make you successfulYou recognize yourself in most of the following competencies, and where possible possess the skills and experience listed below:

• A post-secondary education in Human Resources, or related experience;

• Hold a designation or Interest in pursuing a designation in employee benefits and/or pension plans, such as CEBS;

• Two plus (2+) years of relevant benefits/Human Resources experience

• Great communication skills and the ability to manage stakeholder relationships providing a high level of customer service;

• An understanding of benefits plans or total compensation would be considered an asset but is not essential.

• An enthusiasm for systems and process improvement

At Emera, everyone is a leader in their own right. Our Leadership Competencies set standards that advance our business strategy, deliver results for customers, and provide career development for employees. The successful individual in this role will endeavour to build strong collaborative relationships, takes ownership, while acting with integrity and drive operational excellence.Why join our team· Flexibility: Hybrid work model with flexible remote workdays.· Health & Wellbeing: A comprehensive benefits plan, access to a free on-site fitness centre, Employee and Family Assistance Program, parental leave top-up plan and wellness benefits.· Grow Your Career: Opportunities to advance within and between our affiliate companies, a focus on employee development and available sponsored education programs.· Community Engagement & Care: Corporate investments in the places where our people live and work, mentoring opportunities, fundraising-matching & volunteer programs, and scholarships for children of employees.· Competitive Compensation: A comprehensive benefits plan, short-term incentive plans and employer matching RRSP contributions.Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at Emera : At Emera we value diversity, equity, and inclusion. We strongly encourage applications from all qualified candidates, including persons who identify as racially visible, Indigenous, persons with disabilities, women in underrepresented roles and members of the 2SLGBTQ+ community. Applicants from these equity groups may self-identify through the online application process. Emera supports candidates and employees with access and accommodation needs.Recruitment and Promotion Policy: When filling vacant positions, we are determined to hire the best candidates available. We are committed to providing employees with a fair and equal opportunity to compete for jobs. Hiring and promotion of employees is based on skills, capabilities, knowledge and demonstrated abilities.While our employees are not required to report their vaccination status at this time, we continue to recommend that employees get their COVID-19 vaccination and stay up to date with boosters to protect themselves, their families, coworkers, and the public. It is important to note that the Emera Vaccine Policy could be reinstated, in part or in full, at any time.Form of Application: To apply, please click on the blue ‘APPLY NOW’ button at the end of the job posting, complete all required information fields, and copy and paste your cover letter and resume in one single document into the online form .At Emera, we understand that experience comes in many forms. We’re dedicated to adding new perspectives to the team - so if your experience is close to what we’ve listed above, please consider applying. If you don’t quite see yourself in this role but want to join our team, set up a Job Alert to learn about future opportunities!Job Type: Full-timeQuick Apply

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