Job Description

Your New Company!

At Altasciences we all move in unison to assist and work in the discovery, development, and manufacturing of new drug therapies to get them faster to people who need them. A No matter your role, we all play an important part and you will have a significant impact on the health and well-being of people across the globe. By living our values of Employee Development, Customer Focus, Quality and Excellence, Respect and Integrity, we look to foster a passionate and collaborative work environment and we are looking for talented and enthusiastic people, like you, to join our growing team! Whether you're a recent college graduate or seeking your next career opportunity, it's time to discover your future at Altasciences.


We are better together and together We Are Altasciences.

About The Role

This position executes a wide range of initiatives across our sites in Quebec and its remote employees in Canada to support overall wellness and contribute to a positive workplace experience and the organizations goals. The Manager, Wellness and Benefits will play an important role and work strategically on developing and enhancing Health, Safety, Prevention, and Wellness related programs, initiatives, training and tools as well as operationally by administering workplace-related leaves and benefits in compliance with provincial legislations. This position oversees an HR Coordinator role and works closely with the HR operations team.

What You'll Do Here

Wellness and Benefits

Works with HR Director to develop employee health and wellness strategic plan to meet organizational and employee needs.A Responsible for deployment of the various wellness initiatives and programs and evaluate their effectiveness through quantitative and qualitative analysis.A Works with EFAP, group benefit and other healthcare providers to create events, highlight assessment tools and provide sources of health and wellness information.A Coordinate events related to Health, Wellness and Benefits and manage employee communication, developing new content where needed. Events may include vaccinations campaigns, and health education workshops, webinars and lunch & learn for employee, activity challenges, etc. Makes recommendations to improve prevention and to enhance employee Health and Wellness in the workplace. Provides employee and manager training on various wellness, leave, health & safety and group benefit programs and tools to increase stakeholder knowledge and autonomy. Develops KPI to related fields and shares progression with HR Management and respective customer management groups.A Incorporate and adapt strategy and initiative based on feedback.A Works with HR Director on benefit program orientation and redesigns (group benefits, EAP, Telemedicine, etc.) providing input to ensure support of wellness goals and industry practices. Oversees HR Coordinator for benefits management requests and audits. Stays up to date with the latest wellness trends as well as legislative requirements and best practices to ensure our programs remain relevant, engaging and compliant.

Leaves and Health & Safety

Manages claims related to LTD/SST, SAAQ, IVAC and ensures compliance with applicable legislation and company policies. Provide guidance to HR professionals managing maternity/paternity or short-term disability requests. Ensures accurate record keeping in systems (electronical, paper or HCM system), processes, reports, and other documentation stored and updated under relevant policies or standards. Investigates workplace accidents/incidences. Performs ergonomic assessments, as required. Plays an active and key role in OHS (Occupational Health and Safety) committees and ensures compliance. Ensures effective and timely communication and coordination with employees, managers and internal parties (HR, OHC, payroll) as well as external government agencies and service providers. Plays an advisory role to develop managersaEUR(TM) knowledge and autonomy related to leaves and Health, Safety and Wellness. Ensures effective management of returns to work by developing intervention strategies and reintegration plans, and assessing required accommodation options if applicable, in collaboration with all stakeholders (managers, employees, insurers, and medical experts/practitioners as applicable). Manages workplace accommodation requests through functional ability documentation and analysis ensuring compliance to applicable legislation. Creates, develops and implements guides, tools and training. Works with HR Director on all claims/leaves with high complexity or with legal implications. Represents the organization in any legal/government agency disputes. Maintains knowledge of all applicable leave, health and safety as well as accommodation laws in Canada.A Preserves confidentiality of employee medical documentation and files. Provides regular reporting on leave cases and progress.

What You'll Need to Succeed

BacheloraEUR(TM)s degree in human resources or related field preferred or equivalent work experience. A specialized degree in Health and Safety is an asset. And a minimum of 5 yearsaEUR(TM) experience in a similar role. Experience managing a team is an asset. CHRP designation is an asset. MS Word, Excel, Outlook and Power Point. Good knowledge of HCM systems. Excellent verbal and written communication skills in French and in English to support employees and managers across Canada as well as communicate with government agencies outside of the provide. Ability to write reports and develop training documentation. A Ability to speak effectively in a group setting. Extensive experience managing STD, LTD, Workplace Accidents claims, accommodation requests and interacting with insurers and government agencies. Good knowledge of Wellness and disability management programs and trends. Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to represent the company professionally in interactions with internal and external stakeholders. Requires exceptional attention to detail. Adapts approach to various stakeholders and works collaboratively. Possess excellent organization and time management skills. Good problem-solving approach and able to build consensus.
Altasciences strives to provide a French work environment for its employees in Quebec. Altasciences has taken all reasonable steps to avoid imposing the above language requirement other than French. This requirement is essential for the position of Employee Experience Consultant for, but not limited to, the following reason(s):


The employee frequently communicates with Altasciences employees across Canada and the United States. As such, English is the primary language used to correspond between offices.

What We Offer

Altasciences offers a wide variety of benefits to help our employees live healthy and fulfilling lives both at and outside of work.


Competitive compensation and comprehensive group benefits plan. Hybrid position with teleworking upon end of integration period (3 days on site and 2 days remote). Full time position (37.5 hours/week). Be part of a top-notch HR team and work in a collaborative environment. Continuous coaching and career development opportunities. Opportunity to be part of life-science industry and contribute to improving peopleaEUR(TM)s health worldwide.

Altasciences' Benefits Package Includes:

Health/Dental/Vision Insurance Plans 401(k)/RRSP with Employer Match Paid Vacation and Holidays Paid Sick and Bereavement Leave Employee Assistance & TelehealthA Programs

Altasciences' Incentive Programs Include:

Training & Development Programs Employee Referral BonusA Program Annual Performance ReviewA

Altasciences' Incentive Programs Include

Training & Development Programs Employee Referral BonusA Program

MOVING IN UNISON TO DELIVER A BIG IMPACT WITH A PERSONAL TOUCH

Altasciences is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. Our goal is to attract, develop and retain highly talented employees from diverse backgrounds, allowing us to benefit from a wide variety of experiences and perspectives. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or any other protected grounds under applicable legislation. Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities during the recruitment process are available upon request. Join us at Altasciences!