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Human Resources Advisor (Temporary 1 year)

  • Montréal, QC
  • Hybrid
  • Posted Sep 4, 2026
  • 1 position

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Employment type
Full-time, Temporary
Experience level
Mid-level · 2+ years
Minimum education
Bachelor’s degree
Posting language
English
Working hours
40 hours per week

Job summary

The Human Resources Advisor provides generalist support to managers and employees throughout the employee lifecycle, including recruitment, onboarding, and performance management. They also assist in the implementation of HR initiatives, policy interpretation, and the monitoring of HR metrics and compliance.

Job details

Domtar is a leading producer of pulp, paper, packaging, tissue and wood products. Through our focus on safety and sustainability, as well as our commitment to operational excellence and our network of facilities across Canada and the United States, Domtar delivers high-quality and cost-effective products to customers around the world. Our workforce is comprised of 14,000 talented and hardworking individuals. We are proud to offer competitive compensation, a supportive working environment, rewarding career paths and plenty of opportunities for learning and growth. The location in Montreal, (Quebec, Canada), is seeking talent to fill the position of Human Resources Advisor (Temporary 1 year). This job is full-time temporary.OverviewThe Human Resources Advisor provides generalist HR support to managers and employees throughout the entire employee lifecycle. The incumbent acts as a first-level HR partner by providing guidance, coaching, and support in the application of HR policies, programs, and practices. The Human Resources Advisor contributes to the implementation of organizational HR initiatives, participates in various projects, and ensures the administrative and operational follow-up of HR matters while promoting a positive employee experience. Your Challenges• Advise and support managers and employees on HR policies, programs, and practices, including employee relations, policy interpretation, and employment conditions.• Coordinate and administer employee lifecycle activities, including recruitment, onboarding, employee movements, performance management, and offboarding.• Support managers in handling day-to-day employee relations, engagement, and performance-related matters.• Participate in the implementation and administration of annual HR processes, such as performance reviews, compensation planning, succession planning, and employee engagement surveys.• Prepare, analyze, and monitor various HR metrics and compliance reports.• Participate in continuous improvement projects, HR initiatives, and organizational development activities.• Support committees and activities that promote employee engagement, health and safety, and organizational culture. Your Skills• Customer-focused approach• Collaboration and teamwork• Strong communication and influencing skills• Ability to manage multiple priorities• Problem-solving capabilities• Sound judgment and confidentiality• Adaptability and agility• Initiative and autonomy Your Profile• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Industrial Relations, or a related field.• CHRP/CRIA designation is considered an asset.• Minimum of 3 to 5 years of relevant Human Resources experience.• Good knowledge of employment standards and applicable labour legislation.• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in both French and English.• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines.• Strong analytical, organizational, and decision-making skills.• Proven ability to build trusted relationships with a variety of stakeholders.• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and HR information systems.What we are offering Competitive salary and annual bonus At least three weeks of vacation and three floating holidays a year from the first day of work, depending on your experience Full range of group insurance from the first day of work Telemedicine services Defined-contribution pension plan with generous employer participation from the first day of work Employee and family assistance program Education assistance program Hybrid workplace: in-person and remote work Work environment based on respect, inclusion and diversity Office accessible by public transit (*) English bilingual: If listed, this qualification is required since this function requires regular verbal and/or written interaction with customers, partners and/or our American subsidiaries. Domtar is firmly committed to placing greater emphasis on the principles of equity, diversity and inclusion to empower all employees to reach their full potential. We form a dynamic team whose diverse backgrounds and wealth of perspectives are one of the keys to our success. We offer an inclusive, rewarding and safe work environment with opportunities that will help grow your skills. To learn more about our company, consult the Domtar Company Web Site and follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram and Twitter. #LI-Hybrid 23355[[titleNOC]]Human Resources

What you’ll do

The Human Resources Advisor provides generalist support to managers and employees throughout the employee lifecycle, including recruitment, onboarding, and performance management. They also assist in the implementation of HR initiatives, policy interpretation, and the monitoring of HR metrics and compliance.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a bachelor's degree in human resources or a related field and possess 3 to 5 years of relevant experience. Proficiency in both English and French, along with strong analytical and communication skills, is required for this role.

Benefits

• Competitive salary • Annual bonus • Vacation • Floating holidays • Group insurance • Telemedicine services • Defined-contribution pension plan • Employee and family assistance program • Education assistance program

Listed skills

  • Recruitment · Preferred
  • Problem solving · Preferred
  • Collaboration · Preferred
  • Decision Making · Preferred
  • Communication · Preferred
  • Microsoft Office · Preferred
  • Onboarding · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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  • Human resources
  • Employee relations
  • Recruitment
  • Onboarding
  • Performance management
  • Policy interpretation
  • Communication
  • Influencing
  • Problem-solving
  • Analytical skills
  • Organizational skills
  • Decision-making
  • Microsoft Office
  • HR information systems
  • Collaboration
  • Customer-focused
  • Compliance Reporting
  • Influencing Skills
  • Employee Relations
  • Talent Recruitment
  • Engagement Surveys
  • Bilingual (French/English)
  • Planning
  • Adaptability
  • Multilingualism
  • Certified Human Resources Professional
  • Decision Making
  • Customer Service
  • Confidentiality
  • Continuous Improvement Process
  • Employee Engagement
  • Performance Management
  • Industrial Relations
  • Labor Law
  • English Language
  • Packaging And Labeling
  • Problem Solving
  • Labor Legislation
  • Employee Onboarding
  • Operational Excellence
  • Organizational Development
  • Performance Review
  • Relationship Building
  • Coaching
  • Succession Planning
  • Telehealth
  • Teamwork

Job areas

  • Human Resources
  • Management & Leadership
  • Administrative
  • Human Resources Advisor
  • Human Resources Specialist
  • Personnel and Careers Professionals
  • Human Resources Specialists

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