People & Culture Generalist (18-Month Contract)

Canlan Sports is the largest private sector owner and operator of recreational sports complexes in North America The companys success in the recreation entertainment & hospitality industry is attributed to a combination of innovative programming service delivery leadership and world class sports complexes We understand our customers need for service excellence and are committed to it Canlan Sports is currently looking for a People & Culture Generalist 18 month contract for our North York Head Office Salary Range 65000 70000 per year This contract is intended to cover a maternity leave Job SummaryThe People and Culture Generalist reporting to the VP People & Culture plays a crucial role in nurturing a positive work environment while fostering the growth and development of our diverse and talented workforce You will be responsible for developing toolkits managing employee relations in both unionized and non unionized environments across North America overseeing talent acquisition and retention efforts at the corporate level and continuously improving the employee journey process This role will require a self confident creative innovative thinker with strong organizational and time management skills and the ability to handle a variety of responsibilities The role requires a can do attitude demonstrated regard for confidentiality a high level of judgment and the ability to solve problems independently Abilities Attributes and ExperienceAbility to perform as a trusted advisor to lead with an understanding of how to build partnerships at all levelsKnowledge of HR best practices and regulations including the Employment Standards Act Human Rights Legislation and other governing bodies across all provinces and statesExperienced in recruitment and selection with an openness to new leading edge approaches for attracting top talentDemonstrates sound judgment and problem solving skills in resolving HR mattersBias for action but shows tact diplomacy and discretionExhibits high level of customer focus and service orientationProven ability to work with and support a diverse employee population in North AmericaEffective oral and written communicationAbility to develop and sustain cooperative working relationshipsDemonstrated ability to work as a team player and willingness to support other team membersAbility to allocate ones time effectively and work under pressureAbility to prioritize workload; multi task as well as manage very detailed level project workWillingness to adapt and learn within a dynamic environment that is ever changingBusiness and employee centricStrong interpersonal skills and the ability to build and maintain lasting relationships with client groupsExhibit a willingness to provide hands on tactical approach to both HR Business Unit and sports complex initiatives activitiesQualifications and EducationBachelors degree in a related field and HR diploma or designation2 3 years of professional experience in human resourcesCHRP designation considered an assetGood understanding of MS Office tools Outlook ExcelIf you are interested in this role and becoming part of the Canlan team please apply online NOTE Only those applicants under consideration will be contacted Please accept our utmost appreciation for your interest We are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer Employment decisions are based on merit and business needs and not on race color creed age sex gender sexual orientation national origin religion marital status medical condition physical or mental disability military service pregnancy childbirth and related medical conditions or any other classification protected by federal provincial and local laws and ordinances Reasonable accommodation is available for qualified individuals with disabilities upon request This Equal Employment Opportunity policy applies to all practices As part of our recruitment and hiring practices we may use AI based tools to assist in the initial screening and assessment of applications All final hiring decisions are made by human reviewers