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 an HR Advisor to join our Human Resources team based in the Firm's Halifax, NS office.

Type of Position: Full-Time, Permanent

Close Date: December 1, 2024

The Opportunity:

An integral member of the Human Resources team, the HR Advisor is responsible for supporting programs to help align human capital with the Firm's strategic goals. The successful candidate will be involved in a variety of programs, including but not limited to: recruitment, onboarding, engagement, process improvement, DE&I initiatives, corporate wellness, staff events, and employee relations.

The Firm's HR Advisors act as a primary resource for managers and staff with HR-related questions and concerns, while also providing support to the HR management team with departmental tasks and projects by conducting research, sharing ideas, and improving processes.

The successful candidate will take a lead role on the Firm's recruitment initiatives for all staff recruitments, carrying out various recruitments from start to finish. This entails drafting and posting job opportunities, interviewing candidates, attending career fairs, completing reference checks, and providing guidance to hiring managers during the selection process.

If you have a minimum of three years of experience leading recruitment processes and supporting HR programs in a professional services environment, we want to hear from you!

The successful candidate will have completed a university degree and/or college diploma with a concentration in human resources, and requires proficiency in using various HRIS. A CPHR designation (or working towards this designation) would be an asset.

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.