People and Culture Advisor

Job Title: People and Culture AdvisorJob Status: Regular Full-Time – One (1) Existing Vacancy Primary Location: Head Office - 209 Limeridge Rd East Hamilton ON. Hybrid Work Environment Available. The in-person office time is to create meaningful and lasting connections with our members, staff and our HMECU community. IntroductionHealthcare and Municipal Employees Credit Union (HMECU) is a financial institution with a long history of providing superior financial services to local members. At HMECU, we believe our people are at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to creating a workplace where employees feel supported, valued, challenged, and empowered to make a meaningful impact. As a small but progressive organization, we encourage new ideas, continuous improvement, and a willingness to challenge the status quo in pursuit of better outcomes for our employees, members, and communities.
We are looking for an experienced and passionate People & Culture Advisor to join our team. Position OverviewReporting to the Vice President, People, Culture & Marketing, the People & Culture Advisor plays a key role in delivering People & Culture programs and supporting the employee experience across HMECU.
This role partners with leaders and employees to provide practical Human Resources support and guidance while leading initiatives related to recruitment, onboarding, learning and development, employee engagement, performance management, employee relations, and People systems.
The ideal candidate is curious, proactive, and solutions-oriented. They are comfortable taking initiative, identifying opportunities for improvement, and bringing forward ideas that enhance the employee experience and support organizational goals. In a small organization, this role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact, build strong relationships, and contribute to a positive and collaborative workplace culture.
What you’d be doingTalent & Employee Experience

• Recruitment
• Onboarding
• Learning & development
• Performance management
• Engagement initiatives

Employee Relations & Advisory

• HR policy guidance
• Employee relations support
• Workplace investigations
• Coaching leaders
• Benefits and employee programs

People Operations & Organizational Support

• HR systems and reporting
• Health & Safety
• Privacy support
• Process improvements
• Organizational initiatives

Skill Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or a related field
• Post-graduate certificate in Human Resources Management
• 3-5 years of progressive Human Resources experience
• Strong understanding of employment legislation and Human Resources best practices
• Experience supporting employee relations matters and coaching leaders
• HRPA membership and CHRP designation (or working toward designation) considered an asset
• Experience within financial services or a credit union environment considered an asset
• Must be bondable

In addition, you’ll be someone who:

• Takes initiative and is comfortable working independently
• Builds strong relationships and earns trust across all levels of an organization
• Thinks creatively and identifies opportunities to improve processes and employee experiences
• Communicates effectively and approaches challenges with professionalism and sound judgment
• Enjoys working in a collaborative environment where no two days are exactly the same
• Is adaptable, resourceful, and comfortable balancing multiple priorities
• Maintains a high degree of confidentiality and professionalism
• Brings a positive, solutions-focused approach to their work

Please note: Healthcare and Municipal Employees Credit Union has an accommodation process in place and provides accommodations for employees with disabilities. If you require a specific accommodation because of a disability or a medical need, please contact HR at 905-575-8888 ext 145 or [email protected] so that arrangements can be made. HMECU uses AI-assisted tools to support our recruitment process, such as screening and organizing application information. All hiring decisions are made by our People & Culture team and hiring managers. A human will always review your application before any decisions are made.
We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Job Type: One (1) Full – time existing vacancyPrimary Location: Head Office / Remote Hybrid Work Environment availableBenefits: YES. We offer a very comprehensive Benefits Package.100% Employer Paid Benefits for STD, LTD, Life Insurance, Extended Health, Dental Coverage and Employee Family Assistance ProgramPension: Defined Contribution Pension Plan; with 7% Employer Contribution'sCompensation: $66,000 - $86,100.00 + variable annual incentive plan.