Hr Specialist

Menkes Developments Ltd. is an award-winning, fully integrated real estate company involved in the construction, ownership and management of office, industrial, retail and residential properties. Founded in 1954, the company is one of the largest private developers in Canada, with a primary focus in the Greater Toronto Area. Menkes is known for its innovative, multi-disciplinary approach, superior design, and its expertise in large-scale mixed-used developments. The Company is regarded as one of the most trusted builders in Toronto, with a strong reputation for quality and customer service excellence. Past projects include the Four Seasons Hotel & Residences in Bloor-Yorkville, 25 York Street (Telus Harbour), and the two (2) million square foot Harbour Plaza/One York commercial retail complex located in the South Core Financial District. For more information about Menkes, please visit menkes.com and follow @MenkesLife.

ABOUT THE JOB: The primary purpose of the HR Specialist is to act as an HR Generalist to work as a business partner to line management in providing timely support and advice.

RESPONSIBILITIES: On a day-to-day basis, the key responsibilities include:

• Maintain employee records, human resources information, systems and records
• Act as a lead on assigned recruitment requisitions;
• Perform full-cycle recruitment process including but not limited to screening, interviewing, reference checks and offer presentations
• Create, review and update job descriptions as needed
• Support all HR lifecycle events including leaves of absence and separations
• Identify and report on important regulations and legislation that impact HR and Health & Safety policies and procedures;
• Provide employee relations support to managers and staff;
• Facilitate the onboarding of new hires and conduct orientations, ensuring a smooth first-day experience
• Provide support in the development of appropriate internal communications programs to ensure a well-informed employee population;
• Actively initiate, participate in, and support continuous improvement initiatives

QUALIFICATIONS: To succeed, candidates must possess the following combination of education, experience and skills:

• Completion of an undergraduate degree;
• 5+ years of progressive experience in the HR field with exposure to various facets of the function, including recruitment, employee relations, performance management, organization development and health and safety;
• CHRP designation would be an asset;
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills;
• Superior Project management and planning skills;
• Strong interpersonal skills, the ability to interact with all levels of employees;
• Advanced working knowledge of Microsoft products (MS Word and Excel);
• Confidentiality, diplomacy and tact are key competencies required for the role.

To apply, please forward your resume to employment@menkes.com and in the subject line please include the name of the following: HR Specialist – Ref #3094. We thank all applicants for considering Menkes Developments Ltd. as an Employer of Choice, however only those individuals selected for an interview will be contacted.