HR Partner

Top Aces is a privately owned, Montreal-based global leader in aerospace and defense founded in 2000 by three former Royal Canadian Air Force CF-18 fighter pilots. We provide advanced adversary (Red Air), air-defense and Joint Terminal Attack Controller (JTAC) training services to allied forces around the globe, including Canada, Germany and the USA.

Top Aces is changing the face of air combat training with our innovative technology, highly experienced team and an unparalleled safety record of more than 100 000 operational training hours flown in support of our customers worldwide. Our dynamic team contributes to delivering on our purpose of training the next generation of combat leaders by living our values of Service, Integrity, Excellence, and Together every day

Join our team

We are looking for an experienced HR partner to work closely with the Canada program leadership team to support the business objectives while providing a diverse range of human resources services in talent management, recruitment, compensation and culture.

**Essential Duties and Responsibilities**:

- Supports managers within the CATS program on all HR related matters
- Provides guidance and support on HR processes such as performance management, talent assessments, succession planning, salary reviews and recruitment.
- Support managers with employee relations matters, retention, employee engagement.
- Assists in the development and maintenance of the salary structure of the CATS program and job evaluation systems
- Work in partnership with leaders to reinforce TA Culture, improve communication and change management inititatives.
- Takes steps to solve complex problems and suggests proactive approaches as well as potential solutions to management problems in assigned disciplines.
- Promote the employer brand and act as an ambassador for recruitment-related activities (job fairs, on-campus events and other networking opportunities).
- Manage HR salary budget for the CATS program
- Support employees within CATS regarding general HR inquiries.
- Collaborate in the proper management of administrative files (CNESST, illness and others)
- Collaborate in revamping the onboarding experience for a CATS Technicians and Pilots
- Support in HR Projects
- Perform related duties as assigned by supervisor
- Maintain compliance with all company policies and procedures

**Education and/or Work Experience Requirements**:

- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or equivalent an asset.
- 3+ years experience in a Human Resources role.
- Excellent written, communication, and editing skills (English, French) to effectively communicate with internal and external customers located across Canada as well as Internationally.
- Strong time-management and organizational skills.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office.
- Exhibits excellent interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
- Works well with a variety of different individuals.

**Working Conditions**
- Travel is required (approximately 20%)

**Security Clearance Requirements/ CGP / ITAR**:
***The position requires Level 2 Clearance with the Canadian Government and the ability to gain access to the Canadian Controlled Goods Program

**By joining Top Aces, you will find**:

- A work environment in which service, integrity, excellence and teamwork are highly valued;
- Opportunities for development and growth;
- Multidisciplinary and multicultural collaboration at a local and global level;
- A flexible schedule;
- Attractive benefit plan.

**_ _**Come share your passion with us Here, you’ll be encouraged, empowered, and challenged to be your best self.

**Equal Employment Opportunity**

At Top Aces, all employees are welcome regardless of race, nationality, colour, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability or age. The masculine form may be used in this job description solely for ease of reading, but refers to men, women and gender diversity.

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