Human Resource Specialist

Job summary

The HR Specialist supports the Canada Human Resources team by managing employee lifecycle activities, disability case management, and HR operations. They also maintain workforce data, generate HR reports, and assist with HR projects and vendor management.

Job details

Company Description About AbbVie AbbVie's mission is to discover and deliver innovative medicines and solutions that solve serious health issues today and address the medical challenges of tomorrow. We strive to have a remarkable impact on people's lives across several key therapeutic areas including immunology, oncology and neuroscience - and products and services in our Allergan Aesthetics portfolio. For more information about AbbVie, please visit us at www.abbvie.com. Follow @abbvie on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, X and YouTube. Job Description Joining AbbVie means you will be part of a team of outstanding professionals dedicated to making a remarkable impact on patients' lives. At AbbVie, we conduct ground-breaking science on a global scale every day. AbbVie’s mission is to discover and deliver innovative medicines that solve serious health issues today and address the medical challenges of tomorrow. We strive to have a remarkable impact on people’s lives across several key therapeutic areas: immunology, oncology, neuroscience, eye care, virology and women’s health, in addition to products and services across its Allergan Aesthetics portfolio. Our Great Place to Work® Certification highlights our dedication to cultivating a high-trust, and inclusive culture for all. At AbbVie, you won't just have a job, you’ll have the opportunity to unlock a bright future, because we're not just a workplace; we're a world of possibilities. Difference makers wanted. Apply now! What’s In It for You? Innovative work culture Professional development Paid time off: vacation, holidays, personal days, and volunteer days Employee stock purchase Wellness spending account Flexible health insurance Retirement savings programs On-site cafeteria offering subsidized meals Hybrid work model – 3 fixed office days and 2 flexible days Overview: The HR Specialist plays a key role within the Canada Human Resources team, supporting the delivery of HR programs, employee services, and people initiatives. Working closely with HR Business Partners and cross-functional stakeholders, the successful candidate will contribute to employee lifecycle activities, Total Rewards and disability management, workforce reporting, and HR operations that support AbbVie's business objectives and culture. This is an excellent opportunity for an HR professional who is eager to learn, build broad HR experience, and become an integral member of a collaborative and high-performing HR team. Key Responsibilities: Support the new hire onboarding process. Respond to employee inquiries regarding policies and procedures, benefits and other HR-related matters. Short Term Disability and Long-Term Disability case management with the external benefit provider. Partner with the HRConnect team to discuss open cases, issues and respond to employee inquiries. Support HR Business Partners with the execution of employee lifecycle activities, including organizational changes, transfers, promotions, reporting line changes and leaves of absence. Maintain organizational charts, workforce trackers, and HR documentation to support effective workforce management. Support with updating content on the HRConnect portal and contribute to the development, implementation, communication, and continuous improvement of HR policies, procedures, and employee resources. Management of the HR email box, coordination of employee inquiries, and support with employee communications, HR campaigns, and local people initiatives. Generate and maintain workforce reports and HR metrics including headcount, vacancies, leave tracking, turnover, and organizational data. Support HR vendor management, invoicing and payments, and coordinate administrative activities related to employee benefits, disability management, and wellness programs. Assist with HR projects and initiatives as needed. Qualifications Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field. Minimum of 1-2 years of experience in an HR support or administration role. Strong organizational skills with excellent attention to detail. Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and coordinate cross-functional activities. Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and HR systems. Strong communication both written and verbal, and interpersonal skills. Ability to handle sensitive information with confidentiality. Knowledge of Canadian labor laws and employment standards is an asset. AbbVie strives to provide a French working environment for its employees in Quebec. Although as part of its francization program has taken all reasonable steps to avoid imposing the following requirement, advanced amount of knowledge of English / Fluency in English is an essential requirement for the position of HR Specialist including, but not limited to, for the following reasons: English speaking employees outside the province of Quebec. English speaking clients outside the province of Quebec. Anglophone region outside the province of Quebec. AbbVie is an equal opportunity employer and encourages women, Aboriginal people, persons with disabilities and members of visible minorities to apply. Additional Information AbbVie is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to operating with integrity, driving innovation, transforming lives and serving our community. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled. US & Puerto Rico only - to learn more, visit https://www.abbvie.com/join-us/equal-employment-opportunity-employer.html US & Puerto Rico applicants seeking a reasonable accommodation, click here to learn more: https://www.abbvie.com/join-us/reasonable-accommodations.html Workday Global Grade: 14

What you’ll do

The HR Specialist supports the Canada Human Resources team by managing employee lifecycle activities, disability case management, and HR operations. They also maintain workforce data, generate HR reports, and assist with HR projects and vendor management.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a bachelor's degree in Human Resources or a related field and possess 1-2 years of experience in an HR support or administration role. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and HR systems, along with strong organizational and communication skills, is required.

Benefits

• Innovative work culture
• Professional development
• Paid time off
• Employee stock purchase
• Wellness spending account
• Flexible health insurance
• Retirement savings programs
• Subsidized meals

Listed skills

• Microsoft Excel · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred
• interpersonal skills · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Human resources
• Disability management
• Employee onboarding
• HR operations
• Workforce reporting
• HR metrics
• Vendor management
• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft PowerPoint
• HR systems
• Communication
• Interpersonal skills
• Confidentiality
• Organizational skills
• Labor laws
• Employee Communications
• Virology
• Organizational Change Management
• Workday (Software)
• Organizational Skills
• HR Operations
• Business Objectives
• Time Off Management
• Willingness To Learn
• Aesthetics
• Business Administration
• Case Management
• Immunology
• Continuous Improvement Process
• Disability Management
• Labor Law
• English Language
• French Language
• Innovation
• Interpersonal Communications
• Invoicing
• Oncology
• Neuroscience
• Employee Onboarding
• Organizational Charts
• Purchasing
• Resource Management
• Workforce Management
• Coordinating
• Vendor Management
• Detail Oriented

Job areas

• Human Resources
• Administrative
• Healthcare
• Human Resources Specialist
• Personnel and Careers Professionals
• Human Resources Specialists

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