Human Resource Specialist
Abbvie INC · 🇨🇦 Montreal, QC, CA
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About the role
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: • 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, PowerPoin