HR Coordinator

Location: Ottawa, ON (Hybrid, 3 days on-site)
Language: English, strong written and spoken communication required
Duration: 1-year contract
Background Check Requirement: Must be eligible for Canadian Secret Security and ITAR Clearance

About the Opportunity

Our client, a well-established organization operating within a highly regulated environment, is seeking an HR Coordinator to join their collaborative People & Culture team. This role plays a key part in ensuring smooth day-to-day HR operations, supporting employees across the full lifecycle from onboarding through to offboarding.

You’ll work closely with HR, payroll, and business stakeholders, contributing to a people-first environment where accuracy, responsiveness, and confidentiality are essential. This is an ideal opportunity for someone early in their HR career who enjoys variety and thrives in a fast-paced setting.

What’s In It for You

Join a supportive and team-oriented workplace that values collaboration, continuous learning, and professional growth. You’ll gain hands-on experience across multiple HR functions while working alongside experienced professionals who are invested in mentorship and development. This is a role where your contributions are visible and meaningful.

Your Responsibilities

• You’ll process new hires and employee changes with accuracy across HR systems
• You’ll coordinate onboarding activities and support a positive new hire experience
• You’ll respond to employee inquiries and manage the HR inbox in a timely, professional manner
• You’ll track employee contracts, acting assignments, and key employment dates
• You’ll liaise with payroll regarding timesheets, benefits, and employee changes
• You’ll support reporting by preparing HR metrics such as headcount, leaves, and turnover
• You’ll assist with leave administration and recruitment activities as needed

Skills and Qualifications

• 1+ year of relevant HR experience, supported by post-secondary education in Human Resources or a related field
• Experience using an HRIS system with strong data entry accuracy
• Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal
• High level of discretion and ability to handle confidential information
• Experience supporting employee leaves is an asset

Note from the Hiring Manager

“We’re looking for someone who is detail-oriented, eager to learn, and ready to jump in wherever needed to support the team and our employees.”

 

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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 2SLGBTQIA+ communities. If you require an accommodation, please review our accessibility policy and reach out to our accessibility officer with any questions. Our human recruiters review all applications and always make the final hiring decision. On occasion, we also use AI-assisted tools to help review applications.