Junior Human Resources Special Projects Associate, Management Consulting

Overview
At KPMG, you’ll join a team of diverse and dedicated problem solvers, connected by a common cause: turning insight into opportunity for clients and communities around the world.

Our HR team is passionate about delivering impactful projects that enhance the employee experience, streamline processes, and drive company-wide success. We’re looking for a proactive, motivated Junior HR Special Projects Associate to join our team and play a key role in various HR initiatives.

As the Junior HR Special Projects Associate, you’ll support a variety of HR projects, from talent acquisition to employee engagement and beyond. You’ll work closely with HR leadership to implement initiatives that improve company culture, enhance recruitment, and develop retention strategies. This role is perfect for someone looking to gain hands-on experience in HR while contributing to meaningful change.

What you will do

• Assist in planning, organizing, and executing HR projects across areas such as talent acquisition, onboarding, training, and engagement.
• Collect and analyze data to support decision-making processes, offering insights to improve HR practices and policies.
• Contribute to projects that enhance company culture and drive employee engagement, including surveys, focus groups, and team-building events.
• Conduct research to support HR initiatives, gathering industry insights and best practices to inform projects. Analyze data to support decision-making processes and provide recommendations.
• Work independently to manage and prioritize tasks, take ownership of projects, and proactively identify areas for improvement.

What you bring to the role

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, Psychology, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills. Basic understanding of HR principles and desire to grow within the field.
• Proficient in conducting research and synthesizing findings to support HR initiatives.
• Ability to work independently, take initiative, and drive projects forward with minimal supervision.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint). Experience with HRIS or applicant tracking systems (ATS) is a plus.
• A commitment to accuracy and an ability to manage multiple tasks with varying deadlines.
• Ability to collaborate effectively across teams and adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment

Providing you with the support you need to be at your best
For more information about KPMG in Canada’s Benefits and well-being, click here.

Our Values, The KPMG Way
Integrity, we do what is right | Excellence, we never stop learning and improving | Courage, we think and act boldly | Together, we respect each other and draw strength from our differences | For Better, we do what matters

KPMG in Canada is a proud equal opportunities employer and we are committed to creating a respectful, inclusive and barrier-free workplace that allows all of our people to reach their full potential. A diverse workforce is key to our success and we believe in bringing your whole self to work. We welcome all qualified candidates to apply and hope you will choose KPMG in Canada as your employer of choice. For more information about Inclusion, Diversity & Equity in Recruitment, please click here .

Adjustments and accommodations throughout the recruitment process
At KPMG, we strive for an inclusive recruitment process that allows all candidates to Come As You Are and Thrive with Us. We aim to provide a positive experience and are ready to offer adjustments or accommodations to help you perform at your best. Adjustments (an informal request), i.e. extra preparation time or the option for micro breaks during interviews, and accommodations (a formal request), i.e. accessible communication supports or technology aids are tailored to individual needs and role requirements.

To begin a confidential conversation about adjustments or accommodations at any point throughout the recruitment process, we encourage you to contact KPMG’s Employee Relations Service team for support by emailing cdnersteam@kpmg.ca or by calling 1-888-466-4778, Option 3.

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