People and Engagement Coordinator
Nelson Education LTD, Canada

As the largest Canadian-owned and operated K-12 publisher, Nelson Education Ltd. is Canada's only heritage education content provider, known for its innovative products and solutions catering to learners across the country.

Nelson is on a mission to make learning accessible, engaging and effective for all. That's why Nelson continuously strives to create dynamic curriculum-aligned content that caters to diverse learning styles, fostering critical thinking, creativity and life-long learning.

In response to the evolving education landscape, Nelson developed Edwin, a digital learning ecosystem. Edwin is a learning platform for classroom success, providing curriculum-linked content, engaging tools and unparalleled support to reach every student.

Nelson is redefining education and making a positive impact on the way knowledge is acquired and shared by creating the possible, one learner at a time.

About the Role

Nelson Education is seeking a People and Engagement (Pamp;E) coordinator to report to the Executive Director, People and Engagement, and become an essential part of our team!

As our People and Engagement coordinator, you'll play a crucial role in identifying, attracting, and selecting exceptional candidates who align perfectly with our company's vision and values. Your responsibilities will include posting job openings, sourcing candidates through various channels, conducting initial screenings, and coordinating interviews. You'll be the bridge that connects talented individuals to rewarding career opportunities within our organization.

Additionally, you'll collaborate closely with our People and Engagement team to ensure a smooth onboarding process for new hires, assisting in the preparation of employment contracts, and maintaining up-to-date applicant records.

HR Coordinator Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day Pamp;E operations and tasks.
• Provide clerical and administrative assistance to the Pamp;E team.
• Process and prepare personnel-related documentation and reports.
• Coordinate Pamp;E projects and meetings
• Address employee inquiries about Pamp;E policies and regulations.
• Assist in preparing payroll data and related information, in particular around onboarding and offboarding of employees.

Recruitment Responsibilities

• Collaborate with hiring managers to post job roles and utilize Applicant Tracking System (ATS) effectively.
• Coordinate communication with candidates and schedule interviews.
• Assist in sourcing candidates and maintain an updated database.
• Conduct initial candidate screenings and assessments.
• Provide onboarding support to new hires.

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Requirements

• Previous experience in human resource management, recruitment or similar field
• Proficiency in utilizing Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and other recruitment tools to manage candidate databases efficiently.
• Basic knowledge of recruitment strategies and sourcing techniques
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Excellent organizational abilities
• Familiarity with HR policies, regulations, and employment laws
• Detail-oriented approach
• Keen interest in growing in HR and a desire to develop towards an HRBP position.
• HR qualification and a post-secondary education in Human Resource Management would be a plus!

Benefits

• Hybrid work model (2-3 days in the office)
• Flexible working time
• Competitive Compensation package
• Great company culture
• Great benefits and perks, including summer Fridays, partner discounts and more!

You don’t have 100% of the above qualifications? Do you still think Nelson is a great fit for you? We encourage you to apply anyways!

Nelson is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to Inclusion, Equity and diversity. As part of this commitment, we do not discriminate on the basis of age, race, sex, gender, gender identity, colour, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, marital status, citizenship, veteran status, or disability status.

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