Human Resources Advisor

Location, Language, Background Check Requirement

• Location: Hybrid – 1–2 days per week on-site in Ottawa, ON
• Language: Bilingual (English and French) required; strong written and verbal communication skills
• Background Check Requirement: Successful completion of a criminal background check required

Our non-profit and regulatory client is seeking a Bilingual HR Advisor to join their People & Culture team.

This role plays a key part in delivering a compliant and employee-centered HR function. The successful candidate will lead disability and leave management programs, support accommodation and return-to-work planning, oversee onboarding initiatives, and contribute to legislative compliance and HR program enhancement across multiple jurisdictions.

• Opportunity to support high-impact employee experience initiatives
• Exposure to multi-jurisdictional HR compliance and policy development
• Hybrid work model offering flexibility
• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits

• Manage end-to-end administration of employee leaves, including short-term and long-term disability, pregnancy/parental leave, job‑protected leaves, and unpaid leaves of absence
• Provide guidance and support to employees and leaders throughout the full leave lifecycle, including complex and sensitive matters
• Prepare and submit disability applications to insurance providers and liaise with case managers to ensure effective administration
• Develop and manage accommodation and return-to-work plans in collaboration with employees, leaders, disability providers, and HR stakeholders
• Accurately process all leave‑related transactions within Workday, ensuring data integrity and compliance
• Analyze leave and HR data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities for program improvements
• Lead and enhance onboarding and orientation programs, including facilitating sessions and monitoring completion of pre‑hire tasks
• Monitor and research legislative changes across multiple jurisdictions and update policies and guidelines accordingly
• Collaborate with legal counsel to ensure compliance with Employment Standards, Human Rights, Occupational Health & Safety, and accessibility legislation
• Coordinate accessibility policy updates and multi‑year accessibility planning, including regulatory reporting requirements
• Deliver HR compliance training, including Workplace Violence and Harassment Prevention programs
• Monitor mandatory legislative training completion and follow up with employees and leaders as required

• Minimum 5–7+ years of progressive Human Resources experience, with a focus on leave management and employee experience
• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field
• CHRP or CHRL designation preferred
• Strong understanding of multi-jurisdictional employment legislation (Employment Standards, Human Rights, Occupational Health & Safety, accessibility legislation)
• Experience working with disability insurance providers considered a strong asset
• Strong analytical skills with experience interpreting HR data and identifying trends
• Proficiency with HRIS systems, preferably Workday
• Bilingual fluency in English and French (spoken and written) required

If you’ve never worked with a staffing agency before, don’t worry we make it easy. You’ll still engage directly with the client while we handle the logistics, provide guidance, and keep you informed every step of the way. We’ll represent your strengths, guide you through each stage of the process, and ensure the experience feels personal and transparent.

We appreciate the time and effort all applicants invest in their submissions. Please note that only candidates shortlisted for this role will be contacted directly. However, your profile will remain under consideration for future opportunities that align with your experience and career goals.

All qualified applicants will receive fair consideration for employment. We welcome individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities including those who identify as women, members of racialized groups, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, and 2

SLGBTQIA+ communities. If you require an accommodation, please review our accessibility policy and reach out to our accessibility officer with any questions.

We use AI‑assisted tools to help review applications. Our team provides human review and stays involved in every step of the hiring decision.