HR Generalist shaping onboarding, employee experience, and HR operations at Wattpad, a global webnovel platform. Supporting employee lifecycle processes, leaves, relations, and People programs.
Responsibilities
Serve as the first point of contact for managers and employees regarding all aspects of employment and the employee lifecycle
Manage HR processes and interpret HR policies
Lead employee experience initiatives by drafting communications, coordinating events, and administering calendars
Manage onboarding, including orientation sessions, first-week programming, and new-hire check-ins
Manage offboarding processes and conduct exit interviews
Manage and administer employee leaves, accommodations, and initial employee relations inquiries
Support cyclical People processes, including performance reviews, engagement surveys, and compliance tasks, through scheduling, tracking, and reporting
Help shape employee experiences and build Wattpad’s operational HR foundation
Requirements
2–4 years of experience in HR, people operations, employee experience, or talent acquisition
Ability to communicate confidentially and clearly with employees and managers
Experience with an HRIS such as ADP Workforce Now or BambooHR
Strong written communication skills
Ability to manage multiple programs, deadlines, and budgets reliably
Strong attention to detail and follow-through
Experience working in a fast-paced, high-growth environment
Discretion and good judgment with confidential information
Authorized to work in Canada, excluding Quebec
Must not require employer sponsorship for a work permit
Benefits
Career development, mentorship, and learning support
Top industry health benefits, including vision and dental
Annual health/wellness account
RRSP contributions (Canada)
Generous vacation
Maternity/Parental leave top-up program
Corporate gym membership discounts for employees and their families
Work from almost anywhere in the world for part of the year
Winter break shutdown
Hybrid work model with flexibility to work from home
Employee accommodations for disabilities and accessibility requirements
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