At SWIM we love helping people find the job they love, and perhaps this is never more important than for the HR and TA professionals who are culture ambassadors for their company.
In the 14 years since our founding, we’ve helped place hundreds of candidates in HR and Talent Acquisition roles with some of Vancouver’s best employers- the kinds of companies that show up on all sorts of “great place to work” lists. We specialize in understanding the nuances and uniqueness of each HR and TA team, and how to make a great match. See below for a listing of all our currently active HR and Talent Acquisition searches. If you see one that you think may be a fit for you, we invite you to send us a resume. If we also think you’re a match, then we’ll be reaching out shortly to further discuss your search for your dream job. Thank you!
Fantastic HR opportunity with a not-for-profit organization that is doing important work in British Columbia communities and that is growing quickly. Reporting into a fantastic boss and mentor. Good work life balance, great benefits, hybrid work schedule (working up to 3 days/week at home). Based in Surrey. Opportunity for long-term career development. Seeking candidates who have worked in government, public sector, and/or not-for-profit/NPO.
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Fantastic HR opportunity with a not-for-profit organization that is doing important work in British Columbia communities and that is growing quickly. Reporting into a fantastic boss and mentor. Good work life balance, great benefits, hybrid work schedule (working up to 3 days/week at home). Based in Surrey. Opportunity for long-term career development. Seeking candidates who have worked in government, public sector, and/or not-for-profit/NPO.
Who- the Company:
Our client is a not-for-profit values-based organization that provides essential programs and services to the communities they support. The organization is currently over 300 employees plus a Board of Directors, with a growing HR department.
What- the Role:
Our client seeking a new Human Resources Generalist. This is a newly created role due to increasing business needs. The HR Generalist will report to the Director of HR and work with other HR colleagues in recruitment, HR projects, payroll & compensation, etc. The HR Generalist’s primary responsibility will be taking care of employee relations for 300+ employees- this involves coaching leaders in the operations on HR best practices, investigations, managing leaves of absence, consulting with employment lawyers, putting in place performance improvement plans, and taking care of terminations. The HR Generalist will be very informed of provincial and federal labour laws and will keep up to date on changing laws and trends. SWIM will provide interested candidates with a thorough job description.
Who- the Candidate:
We are looking for an individual with at least 5 years of progressive HR work experience, with a focus on employee relations. Experience working in a relevant sector is required- i.e. Government, NPO, and/or public sector. Some form of HR education is required (a degree, certificate, diploma, CPHR designation, etc.). Experience using an HRIS is important, and we are looking for candidates who are confident using technology. Qualified candidates will have the ability to track HR data and understand what that data means for the business. Candidates will have a friendly, clear, and professional communication style, and will have a caring and compassionate approach.
How Much:
Base salary is commensurate with HR skills, experience, and education, likely in the range of $70,000 to $82,000. Please note that although the salary is not very high, the overall compensation package is very generous-the HR Generalist will be on a Pension Plan, will receive a competitive amount of paid time off (vacation days, personal days, sick days, extra time off in late December), and will also get PD support, great health & dental benefits (100% employer paid), and a small transit subsidy. Additionally, this organization works on a 37.5 hour work week and someone who is very hardworking, efficient and productive should be able to achieve very good work/life balance in this position.
Where:
HYBRID. The company is headquartered in Surrey, very close to a Skytrain station. There is parking nearby. Initially the HR Generalist will work from the office 3-4 days a week as they are getting training and onboarding. Longer term, the Generalist can start to work from home 3 days a week on average (some weeks it may be as many as 4 WFH days a week, some it may only be 1 or 2 WFH days a week… it depends on what is going on at the office, team meetings, etc.)
When & How to Apply:
Swim Recruiting will be presenting the profiles of short-listed candidates directly to the hiring team. This search is moving very quickly so please do not hesitate to apply if you are interested! If you already have a Recruitment Consultant at SWIM, please reach out to that person very soon. If you do not yet have a contact at Swim Recruiting, please hit 'APPLY NOW' to send us your resume (preferably in MS Word format as it works best with our internal systems). Thank you!
A unique opportunity with a growing organisation based in the heart of downtown Vancouver!
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A unique opportunity with a growing organisation based in the heart of downtown Vancouver!
Who - the Company:
A highly admired, reputable business with an impressive history. Our client, a real estate development, investment and management company that strives, solves and evolves to create better spaces and stronger communities. They have created and foster a wonderful office environment and culture and believe in developing their people to maximize their potential. Conversations are candid, conflict is swiftly resolved, and coaching is continuous.
What - the Role:
As Generalist, People, you will be a catalyst in making our client the employer of choice in the Real Estate industry. You care about People, are an active listener, a collaborative team player and enjoy helping others solve problems. Duties will include but will not be limited to; developing and maintaining relationships to promote open communication, prepare, maintain and update employment records, recruitment across a wide range of roles, be involved in organizational development, creation of job descriptions and mapping out career pathways. The role will also be responsible for conducting regular market research, evoking creative and engaging ideas and play a key role in shaping growth and success of projects, aligning HR strategies with project goals. This position offers a unique opportunity to shape learning and development within the organisation.
Who - the Candidate:
We are seeking an exceptional Generalist, People with a strong business sense! This is a diverse and inclusive role, we are looking for someone who enjoys a multi-faceted role. This is a unique opportunity to be involved in all things People.
This role requires a mature and professional attitude, strong administrative, secretarial, coordination, organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills. The incumbent must also have the ability to build and maintain strong relationships, be comfortable with changing priorities, manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines under pressure. The role requires a minimum five years of relevant experience gained from a similar position and environment, ideally from a Real Estate or Construction background. Refined administrative and communicative skills required. Advanced user of MS Office, specifically Outlook, Word and PowerPoint.
Where:
Downtown Vancouver. This is an in-office role. Transit friendly location with an excellent company culture and environment.
How Much:
Competitive salary in the range of $75,000 - $90,000 dependent on experience, along with excellent benefits, vacation, and other generous rewards.
When & How to Apply:
This search is moving extremely quickly! If you already have a Recruiter at SWIM, please reach out very soon. If you do not yet have a contact at Swim Recruiting, please hit 'APPLY NOW' and send us your resume.
Hybrid - North Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
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July 9, 2024
Fantastic senior-level Human Resources and Labour Relations opportunity with one of Vancouverâs most well-established and stable companies. Well-rounded generalist role. Working on a large and collaborative HR team. Supporting employees who are part of 6 unions. Very competitive total compensation package with some great perks!
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Fantastic senior-level Human Resources and Labour Relations opportunity with one of Vancouver’s most well-established and stable companies. Well-rounded generalist role. Working on a large and collaborative HR team. Supporting employees who are part of 6 unions. Very competitive total compensation package with some great perks!
Who- the Company:
Our client has many decades of history in British Columbia and has grown to become one of the largest privately-held companies based in Vancouver. The company is a very stable organization with diversified operations, a multi-year billion-dollar contract with a significant client, and a bright future. This company believes in the importance of health & safety for their employees and customers, corporate social responsibility, and diversity & inclusivity.
What- the Role:
Our client is seeking a new Senior Human Resources Business Partner, Labour Relations for their growing team. The Sr HRBP will be joining an overall HR function of over 50 people, and specifically a team of 11 (HRBPs and HR Generalists) that reports into the Director, Human Resources. The new Sr HRBP and one HRBP will be responsible for directly supporting approximately 1500 unionized employees (almost entirely based in BC) who are part of 6 unions represented by 1 collective agreement. The Sr HRBP is not directly involved in grievances or collective bargaining- that is done by a Labour Relations Specialist. The team also has a dedicated Investigator, so the Sr HRBP will support and get involved in investigations, but it won’t be a primary focus of the role. The Sr HRBP is responsible for performance management, workforce planning, leadership coaching, succession planning, employee relations and labour relations (including investigations), rolling out new HR programs and policies, etc.
This is a very well-rounded generalist role, and the Sr HRBP will get to collaborate with a variety of stakeholders and peers. The company has an HR Centre of Excellence model, including Talent Acquisition, Total Rewards, Payroll, and Learning & Development. SWIM will provide interested and qualified candidates with a thorough job description.
Who- the Candidate:
We are seeking candidates with at least 8 years and preferably 10+ years progressive experience in Human Resources, with at least 3 years specializing in Canadian Labour Relations. Qualified candidates will have experience supporting large and diverse employee populations (mix of unionized employees and non-unionized management) and will be skilled at leadership coaching. We are looking for folks who have excellent knowledge of BC and Canadian employment law. An eye for process improvements and a solutions-oriented mindset are very important in this role.
A successful Sr HRBP, LR at this company will be someone who embraces change, who approaches process improvements with a patient and collaborative attitude, and who loves contributing positively to a dynamic corporate culture.
Where:
Headquartered in Greater Vancouver (not in downtown Vancouver). Initially full-time on site (during training & onboarding), but eventually the Sr HRBP can work on a hybrid schedule- please discuss further with SWIM. Free on-site employee parking.
How Much:
Base salary will be commensurate with years of labour relations and human resources work experience as well as relevant HR qualifications and education. The range on the base salary is $105,000 to $126,000, with the top-end reserved for candidates who meet all sought-after qualifications and who have at least 10 years of relevant work experience. Additionally, the Sr HRBP, LR will be eligible for a performance-based bonus, a pension matching plan, excellent health, dental & vision benefits, and other great perks such as parental leave top-up, a childcare benefit, a personal spending allowance, and a mental health allowance. Please discuss your total compensation expectations further with SWIM.
When & How to Apply:
Swim Recruiting has been engaged exclusively by our client to support them on this very important search. SWIM is doing initial interviewing and is presenting the profiles of strong candidates directly to the hiring team for review. If you already have a Recruiter at SWIM, please reach out very soon. If you do not yet have a contact at Swim Recruiting, please hit 'APPLY NOW' to send us your resume (preferably in MS Word format as it works best with our internal systems). Thank you!
Hybrid - North Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
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July 9, 2024
Fantastic senior-level Human Resources opportunity with a well-established and stable company in North Vancouver. Well-rounded generalist role. Working on a large and collaborative HR team. Very competitive total compensation package with some great perks.
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Fantastic senior-level Human Resources opportunity with a well-established and stable company in North Vancouver. Well-rounded generalist role. Working on a large and collaborative HR team. Very competitive total compensation package with some great perks.
Who- the Company:
Our client has many decades of history in British Columbia. The company is very stable, with diversified operations and a bright future. This organization believes in the importance of health & safety for their employees and customers, corporate social responsibility, and diversity & inclusivity.
What- the Role:
Our client is seeking a new Senior Human Resources Business Partner for their growing team. The Sr HRBP will be joining an overall HR function of 50+ people, and specifically a team of 10 (HRBPs and HR Generalists) that reports into the Director, Human Resources. The new Sr HRBP and one HRBP will be responsible for directly supporting hundreds of employees (almost entirely based in BC). The Sr HRBP is responsible for performance management, workforce planning, leadership coaching, succession planning, employee relations (including investigations), rolling out new HR programs and policies, etc.
This is a very well-rounded generalist role, and the Sr HRBP will get to collaborate with a variety of stakeholders and peers. The company has an HR Centre of Excellence model, including Talent Acquisition, Total Rewards, Payroll, and Learning & Development.
Who- the Candidate:
We are seeking candidates with at least 8 years and preferably 10+ years progressive experience in Human Resources, with at least 3 years specializing in BC labour law (or another Canadian province). Qualified candidates will have experience supporting large and diverse employee populations (mix of management and non-management) and will be skilled at leadership coaching. We are looking for folks who have excellent knowledge of both BC provincial and Canadian federal employment law. An eye for process improvements and a solutions-oriented mindset are very important in this role.
A successful Sr HRBP at this company will be someone who embraces change, who approaches process improvements with a patient and collaborative attitude, and who loves contributing positively to a dynamic corporate culture.
Where:
Headquartered in North Vancouver. Initially full-time on site (during training & onboarding), but eventually the Sr HRBP can work on a hybrid schedule- please discuss further with SWIM. Free on-site employee parking provided.
How Much:
Base salary will be commensurate with years of human resources work experience as well as relevant HR qualifications and education. The range for the base salary is $106,000 to $126,000, with the top-end reserved for candidates who meet all sought-after qualifications and who have at least 10 years of relevant work experience. Additionally, the Sr HRBP will be eligible for a performance-based bonus, a pension matching plan, excellent health, dental & vision benefits, and other great perks such as parental leave top-up, a childcare benefit, a personal spending allowance, and a mental health allowance. Please discuss your total compensation expectations further with SWIM.
When & How to Apply:
Swim Recruiting has been engaged exclusively by our client to support them with this very important search. SWIM is doing initial interviewing and is presenting the profiles of strong candidates directly to the hiring team for review. If you already have a Recruiter at SWIM, please reach out very soon. If you do not yet have a contact at Swim Recruiting, please hit 'APPLY NOW' to send us your resume (preferably in MS Word format as it works best with our internal systems). Thank you!
A fantastic, reputable, and empowering NPO (not for profit) organization is seeking a professional and empathetic Director, People and Culture to join their team. This is a strategic and dynamic role that will be responsible for managing all aspects of HR matters.
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A fantastic, reputable, and empowering NPO (not for profit) organization is seeking a professional and empathetic Director, People and Culture to join their team. This is a strategic and dynamic role that will be responsible for managing all aspects of HR matters.
Who- the company:
Our client is a well-known and respected local NPO that has been serving the downtown community for many years. They provide basic need services, programs, and specialized support.
What- the role:
Our client is looking for a full-time, permanent Director, People and Cukture who will be reporting directly to the Executive Director of the organization. This position will be responsible for overseeing and leading all key aspects of HR, fostering an inclusive and positive work environment, and aligning the HR practices with the organization’s values and philosophy. Key responsibilities are listed below:
Provide leadership, training, and support to HR staff.
Oversee the implementation of programs centering around DEI, anti-racism, anti-oppression, and equity.
Develop and implement annual engagement plans and retention strategies.
Develop and implement recruitment and onboarding practices.
Work with managers/supervisors for employee relations, performance management, and continuous supervisory and coaching practices.
Develop, implement, and communicate policies and procedures and ensure that HR practices are fair and consistent and comply with relevant legislations.
Oversee and provide support in leave management.
Develop and support administering consistent and fair compensation programs.
Be a true strategic partner to the ED and leadership team.
Oversee all the department administration, including benefit programs and relationships with benefit providers.
Who- the candidate:
We are looking for an experienced, determined, resilient, empathetic, and diligent Human Resources professional. Qualifications listed below:
7+ years relevant HR manager/generalist experience, preferably in a non-profit and/or unionized environment.
Bachelor’s degree in HR or equivalent years of experience in HR.
CPHR professional designation is considered an asset.
Knowledge of employment standards, employment related systems, and acts and regulations.
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships and work in a respectful, collaborative, and cooperative manner with co-workers, staff, and members.
First Aid certificate required.
Proficiency in MS Office Suite and HRIS, preferably ADP WorkForce Now.
Where- the location:
Our client is located in downtown Vancouver. This is a fully in-office position. This will be on a fortnight (reduced schedule). Every other week, this person will work 4 days a week (with Fridays off).
How much- the pay:
Commensurate with experience, the salary range for this role is between $97,000-$113,000 base salary. For other compensation details, please discuss further with SWIM.
When & how to apply:
This search is moving very quickly! There will be TWO in person interviews for the role, and it will be scheduled right away. If you already have a Recruiter at Swim, please reach out very soon. If you do not yet have a contact at Swim Recruiting, please hit ‘APPLY NOW’ and send us your resume in Word format.
