Top Benefits
About the role
Nexkemia is looking for an experienced HR Generalist to join our team and support our growing operations in the beautiful Eastern Townships. This is an on‑site role , ideal for someone who thrives in a hands‑on environment and enjoys being closely connected to employees, operations, and leadership.
As an HR Generalist, you will play a key role in delivering day‑to‑day HR support, driving employee experience, and ensuring compliance with provincial and corporate standards. You’ll collaborate with leaders across the business and contribute to a strong, positive workplace culture.
What You’ll Do
- Lead full‑cycle recruitment: sourcing, interviewing, and hiring top talent in collaboration with department managers.
- Manage all new‑hire documentation and ensure compliance with provincial regulations.
- Conduct and coordinate onboarding at both corporate and business‑unit levels.
- Administer employee benefits and retirement programs (medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, retirement plans).
- Support HR programs including compensation, benefits, leave management, performance, employee relations, investigations, and training.
- Respond to employee and manager inquiries, escalating complex matters as needed.
- Participate in disciplinary meetings, investigations, and terminations.
- Process employee changes, new hires, and terminations in the HRIS; support bi‑weekly payroll coordination.
- Track and document compliance training (safety, anti‑harassment, certifications, etc.).
- Maintain compliance with federal, provincial, and local employment laws, including:
- Quebec pay equity program
- Bill 96 requirements
- Ensure adherence to corporate policies, HR procedures, and employee handbooks.
- Support culture‑building initiatives and team‑building activities.
- Stay current on HR best practices, regulatory changes, and emerging HR technologies.
- Maintain strict confidentiality and professionalism.
- Perform additional duties as assigned.
What You Bring
- Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business Administration, or equivalent experience. -5+ years of HR Generalist experience , covering most HR disciplines.
- Strong recruitment experience. -Bilingual in French and English (high English proficiency required for global communication).
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and the ability to learn HRIS/talent management systems quickly.
- Strong communication, interpersonal, negotiation, and conflict‑resolution skills.
- Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and time‑management abilities.
- Strong analytical and problem‑solving capabilities.
- Ability to prioritize and act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
- Solid knowledge of employment laws and regulations.
Why Join Nexkemia?
You’ll be part of a collaborative, supportive team where your expertise truly makes an impact. This on‑site role allows you to build meaningful relationships, influence culture, and contribute directly to the success of our operations in the Eastern Townships.
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Top Benefits
About the role
Nexkemia is looking for an experienced HR Generalist to join our team and support our growing operations in the beautiful Eastern Townships. This is an on‑site role , ideal for someone who thrives in a hands‑on environment and enjoys being closely connected to employees, operations, and leadership.
As an HR Generalist, you will play a key role in delivering day‑to‑day HR support, driving employee experience, and ensuring compliance with provincial and corporate standards. You’ll collaborate with leaders across the business and contribute to a strong, positive workplace culture.
What You’ll Do
- Lead full‑cycle recruitment: sourcing, interviewing, and hiring top talent in collaboration with department managers.
- Manage all new‑hire documentation and ensure compliance with provincial regulations.
- Conduct and coordinate onboarding at both corporate and business‑unit levels.
- Administer employee benefits and retirement programs (medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, retirement plans).
- Support HR programs including compensation, benefits, leave management, performance, employee relations, investigations, and training.
- Respond to employee and manager inquiries, escalating complex matters as needed.
- Participate in disciplinary meetings, investigations, and terminations.
- Process employee changes, new hires, and terminations in the HRIS; support bi‑weekly payroll coordination.
- Track and document compliance training (safety, anti‑harassment, certifications, etc.).
- Maintain compliance with federal, provincial, and local employment laws, including:
- Quebec pay equity program
- Bill 96 requirements
- Ensure adherence to corporate policies, HR procedures, and employee handbooks.
- Support culture‑building initiatives and team‑building activities.
- Stay current on HR best practices, regulatory changes, and emerging HR technologies.
- Maintain strict confidentiality and professionalism.
- Perform additional duties as assigned.
What You Bring
- Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business Administration, or equivalent experience. -5+ years of HR Generalist experience , covering most HR disciplines.
- Strong recruitment experience. -Bilingual in French and English (high English proficiency required for global communication).
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and the ability to learn HRIS/talent management systems quickly.
- Strong communication, interpersonal, negotiation, and conflict‑resolution skills.
- Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and time‑management abilities.
- Strong analytical and problem‑solving capabilities.
- Ability to prioritize and act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
- Solid knowledge of employment laws and regulations.
Why Join Nexkemia?
You’ll be part of a collaborative, supportive team where your expertise truly makes an impact. This on‑site role allows you to build meaningful relationships, influence culture, and contribute directly to the success of our operations in the Eastern Townships.