HR Specialist

Aramark•Ottawa, ON

12d

About The Position

Reporting to the Human Resources Manager, the Human Resources Specialist plays a key role in shaping a positive and compliant employee experience across the organization. This position provides hands‑on, expert support across the full range of human resources functions, partnering closely with HR and leadership teams to ensure policies, practices, and people initiatives are aligned and consistently applied. The Specialist will act as a trusted advisor to managers and employees throughout the entire employee lifecycle, combining strong analytical skills, employee relations expertise, and a solid understanding of HR best practices. This role is instrumental in harmonizing HR processes, driving continuous improvement, and supporting a workplace culture where people can thrive. The ideal candidate is a proactive self‑starter who is passionate about people, highly detail‑oriented, and motivated to take initiative. You thrive in a fast‑paced environment and enjoy contributing to a collaborative, engaging, and vibrant workplace culture.

Requirements

Minimum three (3) years’ experience in a Human Resources role
Post secondary education in Human Resources, Business Administration or a related field
Proficient with Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, Excel
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
Ability to organize, multi-task, prioritize, and work under pressure in a fast-paced environment
Exceptional attention to detail
Ability to maintain high level of confidentiality, professionalism and integrity
Highly pro-active, solution focused with strong work ethic
Self-starter with the ability to work both independently and as part of a team
Keen desire to grow and develop in the field of Human Resources
Must complete and successfully pass a Criminal Background Check

Responsibilities

Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee records electronically through the internal HRIS and through the internal filing system
Process employee life-cycle changes, including terminations, job abandonments, promotions and transfers
Track and follow-up on any outstanding HR related paperwork
Draft letters, including disciplinary and employee relations correspondence
Maintain, monitor, and track various human resources statistics and reports, including Training, Leave of Absences, Seniority Lists, Work Accommodations, Discipline, etc.
Lead all recruitment activities in unit; creating requisitions, pre-screening and reference checks, and move candidates through the HRIS
Post internal and external job postings
Lead the organization, set-up and execution of Job Fairs
Organize and host orientation sessions
Assist with HR-related projects
Manage Employee Engagement initiatives; surveys, events, etc.
Provide assistance with Health and Safety programs and initiatives
Participate in investigations, assisting operations with Fact Findings, Resolutions, Investigations and Mediations