Specialiste Talent et Culture (Contrat) | People and Culture Specialist (Contract)

Altitude Sports • Montreal, QC

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

Altitude Sports is a Montreal-based leading ecommerce retailer in Canada, working and playing at the intersection of fashion and the outdoors. Founded in 1984, the company offers best-in-class advice on premium gear and technical apparel, a members-only benefits program, and a curated selection of products for outdoor adventures and urban pursuits. Our team is united by a passion for excellence, bringing together diverse talents and interests. Despite our growth, we remain true to our roots as the local shop nearly 40 years ago. Dedicated to sustainability, we strive to minimize our environmental impact, ensuring our love for the outdoors is matched by our commitment to preserving it.

Our vision
To be the biggest little shop.

Our mission
To equip our clients with the most durable & well-designed goods through an ecommerce experience that’s unequaled.

Our values
Put the customer first. Just say it. Run with it. Have fun.

As a People and Culture Specialist (14 months maternity leave replacement), you will provide essential support to headquarters employees while acting in an advisory role for managers and supervisors. You will be the key point of contact to ensure harmonious labor relations and the day-to-day optimization of our P&C processes.

Requirements

• 3+ years of experience in a similar human resources role.
• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, industrial relations, business administration, or a related field of study.
• Strong knowledge of Quebec labor laws, benefits programs, and payroll systems.
• Proficiency in the Google Suite, with specific expertise in Google Sheets.
• Ability to work well under pressure and adapt to a fast-paced environment.
• Bilingual (French and English), both written and spoken.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, submit, and rigorously validate all data required for payroll processing.
• Act as the primary point of contact to answer daily questions from employees and managers regarding payroll, insurance, letters, and policies.
• Actively collaborate in implementing and continuously improving People and Culture programs, processes, and policies.
• Take ownership of disability files, workplace accidents, leaves of absence, and preventive withdrawals.
• Maintain accurate employee files and guarantee the integrity of all people & culture data.
• Support onboarding and offboarding processes by coordinating activities to ensure an optimal employee experience.
• Participate actively in the workplace health and safety committee to promote continuous improvement of safe practices.
• Manage employee relations cases at headquarters, including disciplinary files and escalations as needed.
• Assist with P&C reporting and analytics to support data-driven decision-making.

Benefits

• Discounts on outdoor and fashion brands for you and your family
• Full access to Telemedicine services
• Comprehensive health and dental coverage
• 5 Personal Days
• 20 paid hours to volunteer and support our community
• Learning and development opportunities
• A balance between working from home and working at the office.
• A modern workspace in the heart of Montreal’s Little Italy for local candidates
• A chance to participate in social committees, sports teams, group outings and contests

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level