Human Resources Advisor (18 Month Contract)

Sleeman Breweries Ltd. • Guelph, ON

6d • CA$60,500 - CA$75,500 • Hybrid

About The Position

Reporting to the Regional Human Resources Manager, the Human Resources Advisor provides day to day human resources support across employee relations, recruitment, benefits administration, payroll coordination, HR systems maintenance, policy administration, and employee support. This role partners with business leaders and employees to deliver responsive, accurate, and compliant HR services while supporting organizational initiatives and employee engagement.

Requirements

• Post-secondary education in Human Resources Management, Labour Relations, or a related field.
• Minimum 3 to 5 years of progressive Human Resources experience.
• Strong knowledge of employment legislation, HR policies, and employee relations practices.
• Experience administering HR systems and employee records.
• Strong customer service orientation and commitment to supporting employees and leaders.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational, time management, and prioritization skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment.

Nice To Haves

• CHRP designation.
• Experience in a consumer packaged goods (CPG) environment.
• Experience with full-cycle recruitment.
• Payroll administration experience.
• Experience supporting disability management and return to work programs.
• Experience using Workday and Dayforce.

Responsibilities

• Process employee transactions including hires, promotions, lateral moves, transfers, and terminations.
• Prepare employment letters, payroll documentation, benefits paperwork, disability documentation, and related employee communications.
• Maintain accurate employee records and personnel files in accordance with company policies and legislative requirements.
• Coordinate employment-related updates with payroll and other internal stakeholders.
• Administer employee data within HR systems, ensuring accuracy and timely updates.
• Manage employee information and resolve data discrepancies within Workday, Dayforce, and other HR platforms.
• Support HR audits, reporting requirements, and data integrity initiatives.
• Provide front line troubleshooting support for Workday and Dayforce users.
• Administer employee benefits and retirement savings programs.
• Coordinate non-occupational disability claims and support return to work planning.
• Respond to employee inquiries regarding benefits, disability programs, payroll, vacation entitlements, and related policies.
• Escalate complex issues to Shared Services or appropriate subject matter experts as required.
• Support recruitment activities including interview participation and new hire onboarding.
• Provide guidance to leaders and employees on employee and labour relations matters.
• Support investigations, disciplinary processes, terminations, organizational changes, and exit interviews.
• Ensure compliance with employment legislation, company policies, and HR best practices.
• Escalate complex employee relations matters to HR leadership as required.
• Deliver basic employee training and education sessions.
• Coordinate employee programs and engagement initiatives.
• Participate in national HR projects and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Build and maintain strong working relationships with business leaders, employees, vendors, and HR colleagues.
• Provide administrative support to HR leadership as required.
• Ensure employees have appropriate access, credentials, and tools required to perform their roles.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• RRSP-matching program to help you save for retirement
• A commitment to work-life balance
• Benefits coverage for partners and kids
• Parental leave top-up for primary and secondary caregivers
• Employee product credit
• Tuition reimbursement program for eligible employees
• Employee and family assistance program
• Discount program with access to perks from big brands and local favourites
• Professional development opportunities including mentorship and leadership development

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree