People Data Analyst

DLA Piper is a global law firm with lawyers located in more than 40 countries throughout the Americas, Europe, the Middle East, Africa and Asia Pacific, positioning us to help companies with their legal needs around the world. Our mission is to be the leading global business law firm. DLA Piper (Canada) LLP is one of Canada’s leading law firms with a team of innovative, proactive and dedicated lawyers, administrative and support staff who serve our clients in Canada and around the world. We have earned the Best Employer in BC Award for the past 17 years and have been rated one of Canada’s Top Employers for Young People since 2022.

If you are talented in providing unprecedented service, are enthusiastic and a team player, we are looking for you. We are currently looking for a **People Data Analyst & Payroll Practitioner**to join our **Human Resources** department and invite you to review the job description. This position will report to the Compensation & Benefits Senior Manager and have a variety of responsibilities. Duties include, but are not limited to:
**_ Duties & Responsibilities_**

**Payroll & Benefits Support**:

- Assist the Payroll and Benefits Specialist with semi-monthly payroll for 500+ employees;
- Act as a backup for payroll during vacation relief periods;
- Provide administrative support for payroll and benefit functions as required;
- Collaborate with the Compensation & Benefits Senior Manger on various HR/Payroll related analytic reporting and development of same; and
- Contribute to year-end budget processes; the annual evaluation process for legal support and associates.

**Human Resources Support**:

- Understand the functionality of the HRIS system (ADP Workforce Now) and its connection with external platforms, ensuring data accuracy and integrity across all offices;
- Develop and maintain auditing systems to maintain data quality;
- Assist with HR projects and generate HR-related reports as required;
- Maintain onboarding packages ensuring the onboarding process is efficient and streamlined, providing new hires with clear, organized materials;
- Actively participate in Occupational Health and Safety and Emergency Response Committees; and
- Perform other HR-related duties as required.

**_ Knowledge, Qualities & Experience Required_**
- Minimum of 2-3 years of experience in Canadian Payroll Administration;
- Experience with ADP Workforce Now is an asset, but not required;
- Knowledge of HRIS systems is a plus;
- Strong organization and multi-tasking skills;
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relations across all levels of the firm;
- Tactful and discreet when handling confidential matters;
- Ability to prioritize and manage competing demands with attention to detail and accountability;
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel (advanced skills); Power BI an asset;
- Strong verbal and written communication skills in English; and
- Ability to work independently as well as within a team.

**_ What We Offer‎_**
- ** Comprehensive health benefits**starting on your first day, including extended health and dental coverage, life ‎insurance, accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D), and emergency out-of-country travel insurance - with 100% of the premiums paid by the firm;
- ** Disability Coverage**including both short and long-term disability benefits;
- ** Retirement savings benefits** including a support staff pension plan (firm contributes to the ‎plan ‎and matches ‎staff contributions to a maximum percentage of salary), and a Group ‎RRSP where ‎ contributions can be deducted directly from pay;
- ** Time off**including competitive vacation time offering based on tenure with the firm, paid sick time and ‎acknowledgment of all ‎statutory and some non-statutory holidays;
- ** Wellness benefits**including an Employee and Family Assistance Plan and an annual fitness/wellness subsidy;
- ** Hybrid Work Environment**with many positions having hybrid flexibility;
- ** Professional Development** including support for ongoing continued learning opportunities; and
- ** Collaborative Team environment** with staff and firm-wide events and celebrations throughout the year.

DLA Piper Canada encourages all Applicants with disabilities to contact DLA Piper Canada if they require accommodation during the recruitment process. DLA Piper Canada will consult with the Applicant and provide, or arrange for the provision of, suitable accommodation in a manner that considers the Applicant’s accessibility needs due to disability.