HR Analyst

Our Story

Avison Young is a global commercial real estate brokerage and advisory firm, offering transaction, management, financial and consulting services. We’ve designed our corporate structure to best serve our clients by enhancing collaboration across our organization.

At Avison Young, we are committed to providing a comprehensive suite of commercial real estate services to our clients while fostering a supportive and inclusive workplace culture for our employees. Our collaborative approach and emphasis on personal and professional growth create an environment where individuals can thrive. Real estate can have a significant positive impact on people’s lives – and we’re in the business of making spaces and places work better for people. Our purpose is to create real economic, social and environmental value as a global real estate advisor, powered by people.

If you're looking for career opportunities where you can excel and contribute to a strong company culture, we want to hear from you. Join our highly motivated team and take pride in your work as we create a better future together.

Overview

We are seeking an HR Analyst to join our dynamic and energetic Human Resources team. At Avison Young, you will be the go-to person in ensuring accurate data are reported on all our people – from titles, hire dates, pay rates, to benefits elections, attrition rates, and more.  As a company committed to a culture where we’re “powered by people,” it takes a serious and dedicated person to ensure that our people’s data are “right”.

The base salary is aligned with market data and is estimated between $68,000 to $78,000 with the ability to achieve additional compensation through bonus. This salary range reflects base compensation for the position across all US locations. Within this range, individual pay is determined by work location and other factors including relevant education/training, experience, and internal equity.

Responsibilities

• Create, manipulate, maintain and analyze reports and dashboards for various internal clients, maintain file feeds for vendors and internal processes; Thorough knowledge of MS Excel, Word and PowerPoint required
• Synthesizes, maintains and/or integrates analysis of data or information to discover facts or develop knowledge or interpretations; modifies policies, procedures, or methodologies based on findings.
• Monthly, quarterly and annual business metrics reporting in partnership with Finance, Analytics and multiple external vendors
• Assist with various HR initiatives as assigned including data transfers to and from various vendors for systems upgrade, integration and implementations; Timely uploads of file feeds for various vendors.
• Strong understanding of HR processes and data, including eligibility and enrollment rules, and benefit procedures in order to ensure correct implementation
• Use advanced calculation to formulate metrics, produce reports and develop recommendations
• Develop and maintain end-user documentation and training for a variety of audiences as necessary
• Effective organizational and interpersonal skills including written and verbal communication skills.
• Previous exposure to project-related activities through active participation in system-related projects
• Complete annual federal and state required reporting
• Complete annual benefits audits, including 401K

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
• HRIS (ADP) and reporting software experience.
• Experience altering variables and criteria in queries to generate reports.
• Advanced level skill in Microsoft Excel 
• Exceptional written and verbal communications skills.
• Strong organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail.
• Knowledge of the Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to thrive in a collaborative team environment.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and drive them to completion.
• Flexibility and the ability to respond quickly to shifting company and team objectives.
• Dedication to maintaining strict confidentiality with respect to highly sensitive information.
• HR certification is preferred

Our Equal Opportunity Commitment

Our Equal Opportunity Commitment

Avison Young is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, committed to promoting diversity and inclusivity within our workforce. Our non-discrimination policy ensures that all individuals are treated equally, regardless of race, gender, religion, sexual orientation, or disability. We believe in fostering a positive and inclusive work environment that values accessibility and fair recruitment practices for all employees. We hope you will join us in committing to create a workplace that is fair, equitable, and welcoming to all.

Benefits offered to full time W2 employees:

• Traditional and Roth 401k with generous employer match and immediate vesting
• 12 weeks of Paid Parental Leave after one year of tenure
• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Company paid Life and AD&D Insurance
• Company paid Short & Long-Term Disability
• Voluntary Critical Illness and Accident Coverage
• Healthcare, Dependent Care, Commuter & Transit Pre-Tax Benefits
• Wellness program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Work-Life Balance:

• Competitive paid vacation days
• 2 personal/wellness days
• Paid holidays plus 2 floating holidays
• Annual volunteer day for Day of Giving