Job Title: Bilingual HR Generalist (contract, November 2026- January 2028 )
Vacancies: This posting is for (1) current vacancy
Location: Vancouver, BC | Ottawa, ON | Halifax, NS | St John's, NL | Montreal, QC | Québec, QC (Detailed office location information can be found by visiting this link: https://cancer.ca/en/contact-us)
Work Model: Hybrid Work Model
Salary Band: 5 ($68,000 - $75,000 CAD)
HELP SHAPE THE FUTURE OF CANCER CARE IN CANADA
The Canadian Cancer Society works tirelessly to save lives, improve lives and drive collective action against cancer. Together with patients, volunteers, donors and communities across the country, we raise funds to invest in transformative cancer research, we provide a caring support system for everyone affected by cancer and we advocate to governments to create a healthier future for all. It takes a society to take on cancer – and the Canadian Cancer Society is leading the way
MAKING AN IMPACT
The Bilingual HR Generalist provides front-line HR guidance to employees and people leaders, advising on policies, legislation, and programs while supporting day-to-day employee relations and escalating recurring themes or risks to the HR Business Partners. The role also partners with HR Specialists to deliver core HR programs across the employee lifecycle, including improving onboarding, coordinating exit processes, conducting or facilitating exit interviews, and sharing trends to inform retention and workforce planning. In addition, the Bilingual HR Generalist coordinates and administers workplace accommodation requests - ensuring documentation, implementation, and ongoing monitoring - and supports full-cycle talent acquisition activities such as sourcing, screening, interviewing, and offer negotiation, while coordinating onboarding and coaching hiring managers on effective selection practices.
WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING:
- Front-Line HR Advisory Support
- Serve as the first point of contact for employees and people leaders on routine HR matters, policies, and procedures
- Provides guidance and practical advice on the interpretation and execution of HR policies, legislation, and programs (such as performance and talent management, compensation, workforce planning, employee relations, employee engagement etc.)
- Support leaders with day‑to‑day employee relations matters, including attendance concerns, informal conflict resolution, and performance feedback
- Participate in employee relations discussions, fact‑finding, or meetings at the direction of an HR Business Partner
- Monitor and flag recurring themes or emerging risks for HRBP review
- HR Operations and Program Delivery
- Partner with HR Specialists to support the end‑to‑end delivery of core HR programs across the employee lifecycle, ensuring consistency, compliance, and a positive employee experience
- Coordinate and support employee exit processes, including conducting or facilitating exit interviews in alignment with established practices
- Summarize exit interview themes and insights and share trends with HR leadership to inform retention, engagement, and workforce planning efforts
- Monitor adherence to HR processes and flag exceptions, risks, or inconsistencies to HR Business Partners for review
- Support HR process reviews and continuous improvement initiatives - including onboarding and orientation - by identifying gaps, recurring issues, and opportunities to strengthen program delivery, consistency, and the employee experience aligned with operational priorities
- Accommodation and Leave Management
- Coordinate and administer the accommodation process for employees requiring workplace accommodations, including intake, documentation, tracking, and follow‑up
- Guide employees and people leaders through the procedural aspects of accommodation requests and implementation
- Ensure accommodation plans are documented, reviewed, and monitored for ongoing effectiveness
- Support leaders in implementing approved accommodations and monitoring day‑to‑day impacts
- Escalate complex, sensitive, or high‑risk accommodation cases to the HR Business Partner for assessment, decision‑making, or legal consultation
- Act as the point of contact for employees on leave-related inquiries including but not limited to; eligibility, application and ensuring timely support.
- Collect and validate required documentation and submit claims to disability provider for decision
- Communicate with disability provider to obtain claim decision and clarify case details and act as a facilitator between employees, their leaders and disability provider
- In partnership with the HRBP, provide guidance to people leaders on handling leave requests, return to work planning, and accommodations
- Talent Acquisition
- Support recruitment and selection activities for assigned roles. Oversee the full cycle recruitment process: directly involved in the various stages of the process including sourcing, screening, assessments, interviewing and offer negotiation.
- Coordinate onboarding and orientation activities to support positive employee transitions
- Collaborate with the hiring manager to prepare relevant interview questions and assessments for each position.
- Coaches hiring managers on interviewing and candidate assessment techniques and assist them in the selection process by facilitating and participating in the interviews.
- Contribute to our culture of diversity, inclusion, belonging and equity (DIBE) by ensuring that all staff feel represented, valued, and heard across all aspects of their identity, including gender, age, religion, ethnicity, nationality, race, and sexuality
- Other duties as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Completion of college diploma or other post-secondary program with a focus on HR is considered an asset
- 3–5 years of progressive HR experience supporting leaders and employees across the employee lifecycle (employee relations, performance, onboarding/offboarding)
- Completion of (or working towards) CHRP certification is preferred
- Experience providing policy and employment standards guidance
- Experience coordinating workplace accommodations and/or disability management processes (intake, documentation, follow-up, and stakeholder coordination) preferred
- Experience supporting full-cycle recruitment and selection (job postings, screening, interviews, reference checks, and offer support) in partnership with hiring managers
- Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, ATS/HRIS systems
- Strong customer service, communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to maintain the confidentiality of sensitive information
- Excellent communication skills including the ability to write clearly and succinctly in a variety of communication settings and styles; communicate with technical and non-technical users
- Experience working in a team-oriented environment
- Bilingualism (French/English) is required due to the organization’s nationwide operations and the need for effective communication across various regions.
- Others may apply
* For roles based in Quebec, French is required. Knowledge of another language may be required depending on job responsibilities and business needs.
WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT FROM US:
CCS provides impactful opportunities to transform the lives of Canadians affected by cancer. We are devoted to creating an inclusive workplace that celebrates diverse experiences and skills, encouraging all qualified candidates to join us. Our inspiring culture is rooted in our core values and commitment to meaningful change:
COURAGEOUS UNITED CARING RIGOROUS
We offer a competitive salary, excellent benefits, including paid parental leave, family sick time, and health insurance - and a fulfilling work environment where your efforts make a meaningful impact daily.
COME AS YOU ARE
At CCS, we celebrate individuality and the strength of diversity. We are committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace that empowers everyone. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates, including those from equity-deserving groups such as BIPOC, 2SLGBTQI+ communities, individuals with disabilities, veterans, and others who contribute to the richness of our organization. Together, we unite Canadians to shape the future of cancer care.
HOW TO APPLY:
Qualified candidates are invited to submit their resume, cover letter and salary expectations by October 19, 2026.
We thank all candidates for their interest and advise that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
OTHER INFORMATION:
CCS is dedicated to employment equity and encourages applications from all qualified candidates. In accordance with the local provincial Accessibility Act, accommodation will be provided as requested throughout the recruitment process. We want to make the interview process a great experience for you!
Please note that in keeping with the mandate of CCS to model and promote healthy lifestyles, employees are not permitted to smoke in or about CCS premises or while carrying out CCS business.
Privacy Disclosure
We collect your personal information through forms, by phone or in person to evaluate your candidacy for the role(s) you have applied for, to contact you regarding your candidacy, and to generate anonymized recruitment-related reports. If selected for a position at CCS the information provided will be used for the purposes of pre-employment checks and added to your employee file. We may share your personal information with third parties, including recruitment consultants, within or outside your province or territory or outside Canada to carry out the purposes identified above, or as required by law. We may contact you by mail, email, phone or text. You can exercise your right to access your information or have it corrected, unsubscribe from communications or withdraw your consent by selecting these options within the ADP system, or by contacting privacy@cancer.ca. For more information about our privacy practices, visit cancer.ca/privacy.
AI Disclosure
We are committed to transparency and, the responsible use of technology in our hiring process. Artificial intelligence (AI) tools may be used to assist with certain administrative or screening tasks; however, all hiring decisions are made by people. We review and approve AI-assisted outputs to ensure fairness, accuracy, and alignment with our values. For more information about our privacy practices, visit cancer.ca/privacy.
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