About the role
As a French-speaking HR Administrator, you will make an impact by managing end-to-end HR administration across the employee lifecycle, from hiring through to exit.
You will be a valued member of the HR Shared Services team and work collaboratively with HR Business Partners, Recruitment, Immigration and other business functions to provide accurate and timely support in both French and English.
In this role, you will:
- Provide end-to-end administrative support throughout the employee lifecycle, ensuring HR activities are completed accurately and on time.
- Respond to employee queries in French and English, providing first-line support and directing employees to the appropriate policies, procedures or specialist teams.
- Work closely with HR Business Partners, Recruitment, Immigration and other internal stakeholders to deliver a consistent service.
- Maintain process documentation, trackers, service-level agreements and standard operating procedures.
- Identify opportunities to improve, simplify and re-engineer HR processes while maintaining high standards of quality, productivity and stakeholder service.
Work model
We believe hybrid work is the way forward as we strive to provide flexibility wherever possible. Based on this role’s business requirements, this is a hybrid position requiring attendance at the Cognizant office and/or client location as needed. Regardless of your working arrangement, we are here to support a healthy work-life balance through our various wellbeing programs.
The working arrangements for this role are accurate as of the date of posting. This may change based on the project you are engaged in, as well as business and client requirements. Rest assured, we will always be clear about role expectations.
What you need to have to be considered
- Fluency in both French and English, with strong written and verbal communication skills.
- At least three years of experience in HR administration, HR operations or process management, preferably within a multinational organisation.
- Experience supporting HR processes across the employee lifecycle.
- Strong organisational skills, accuracy and the ability to manage competing priorities within agreed timelines.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Word and Outlook.
These will help you stand out
- Familiarity with French employment law, regulations and HR practices.
- Experience working within an HR Shared Services environment.
- Experience reviewing, improving or re-engineering administrative processes.
- A proactive approach to problem-solving and continuous improvement.
- A high school qualification, college diploma or university degree.
We're excited to meet people who share our mission and can make an impact in a variety of ways. Don't hesitate to apply, even if you only meet the minimum requirements listed. Think about your transferable experiences and unique skills that make you stand out as someone who can bring new and exciting things to this role
About Cognizant:
Cognizant (Nasdaq: CTSH) is an AI Builder and technology services provider, bridging the gap between AI investment and enterprise value by building full-stack AI solutions for our clients. Our deep industry, process and engineering expertise enables us to build an organization’s unique context into technology systems that amplify human potential, drive tangible outcomes and keep global enterprises ahead in a fast-changing world. See how at cognizant.ai or @cognizant.
Additional employment information
Compensation information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.
Applicants may be required to attend interviews in person or by video conference. In addition, candidates may be required to present their current state or government issued ID during each interview.
Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. Your application and candidacy will not be considered based on race, color, sex, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
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