People & Culture Coordinator, Business Operations - Halifax, NS

Come work with us!

We are not your average law firm.
At Stewart McKelvey, we think: forward in a typically traditional field to outperform the expectations of our clients - and our employees. Our team members are the force that drives our business toward a modern, diverse and innovative future.

Our goal is to invest in talent who contribute their diverse perspectives, ideas and experiences. At Stewart McKelvey, you are welcome to bring your whole unique self to work.

In return, we offer a culture that supports flexible work arrangements, mental & physical wellness, opportunities to continue to develop professionally and collaborate with others, and a competitive compensation and benefits package.

A few things in particular that we offer to our team include:

• Flexible work arrangements for many positions, including work from home options
• A generous paid time-off package including vacation time, sick time and "flex days"
• Group Retirement Plan with employer contribution matching
• A top rate flexible health and dental plan
• An annual wellness allowance, for a broad range of eligible expenses, such as fitness memberships and fees, fitness equipment, general health & wellness support, personal development courses, and home office expenses
• A "Dress for your Day" policy
• Assistance for continuing education
• Social events and staff retreats
• A positive and fun work environment where we value inclusion and mutual respect

If this sounds like a work environment you'd thrive in, we may have just the right opportunity for you!

We are currently seeking a People & Culture Coordinator, Business Operations, to join our People & Culture team based in the Firm's Halifax, NS office.

Type of Position: Full-Time, Permanent
Closing Date: Friday, October 16, 2026

The Opportunity:
An integral member of the Firm's People & Culture team, the People & Culture Coordinator plays a key role in supporting a broad range of human resources activities across the employee lifecycle. Working closely with the Manager, Human Resources and HR Advisor, this position helps deliver exceptional employee and candidate experiences through recruitment, onboarding, employee administration, engagement initiatives, wellness, DEI and day-to-day HR support.

The People & Culture Coordinator supports the Firm's recruitment efforts by coordinating interviews, preparing interview materials, conducting candidate pre-screens and reference checks, maintaining communication with applicants, and providing administrative support throughout the hiring process. This role also assists with onboarding initiatives, including collecting new hire documentation through the Firm's HRIS, coordinating workstation and equipment setup with internal departments, facilitating orientation sessions, welcoming new employees to the Firm, and serving as a resource for onboarding-related questions.

In addition, the People & Culture Coordinator provides administrative support to the People & Culture leadership team and acts as a key point of contact for general HR inquiries from employees and managers. The successful candidate will lead the Firm's HR Change Form process, maintain employee records and files, support payroll and benefits administration, coordinate the Halifax office floor plan, administer the transit e-pass program, and maintain employee information within the Firm's emergency notification system.

The People & Culture Coordinator contributes to a variety of employee experience initiatives, including wellness initiatives, rewards and recognition programs, years of service celebrations, staff gifts, and employee engagement initiatives. They will assist with initiatives such as Administrative Professionals Day, Take Our Kids to Work Day, and other firm-wide activities that support a positive and inclusive workplace culture.

As a collaborative member of the People & Culture team, this role provides backup support to colleagues, assists with special projects, and contributes to continuous improvement initiatives within the department. The successful candidate will be highly organized, service-oriented, and comfortable managing multiple priorities while maintaining confidentiality and professionalism.

If you are a detail-oriented professional who enjoys supporting people, building relationships, and helping create an outstanding employee experience, we want to hear from you! The successful candidate will have a diploma or degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field, along with relevant experience in an HR, administrative, or coordination role. Strong organizational skills, exceptional communication abilities, attention to detail, and a commitment to delivering excellent service are essential for success in this position.

Our Focus on Diversity, Equity & Inclusion:
We believe that diversity, equity & inclusion not only enhances the delivery of legal services to our clients but also contributes to a better workplace for our team through the respected and valued input of diverse perspectives, ideas and experiences.

It is our mission to promote diversity, equity and inclusion throughout the Firm, to support the diversity initiatives of our clients, and to encourage greater inclusion in our communities through sponsorship and support.

During the recruitment process, applicants have the right to request an accommodation. Applicants invited to participate in an interview and who require an accommodation are encouraged to speak with a member of the recruitment team and discuss what we can do to better support them during this process.

Interested Candidates:
For security purposes, applicants are asked to submit their resume, cover letter and any other accompanying application documents in PDF format.

We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those selected for an interview will be contacted and any offer of employment will be conditional upon a satisfactory background check.