Graduate HR Generalist - Americas at Canonical

Role overview

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Canonical is seeking a Graduate HR Generalist to support its Americas region and contribute to a globally operating HR function. The role combines employee support and HR administration with partnership on people processes and initiatives. You will respond to employment and contract questions, maintain accurate HR records, support hiring and onboarding, and help managers and employees put people strategies into practice. The position also includes global projects and ongoing work to improve HR processes.

The role is remote in the Americas. Canonical describes itself as a distributed company with colleagues in more than 75 countries; team gatherings and travel for internal events may occur up to four times per year. The description also refers to twice-yearly in-person team sprints.

The stated offerings include a performance-based annual bonus, annual compensation reviews, a USD 2,000 yearly learning and development budget, recognition rewards, annual holiday leave, maternity and paternity leave, an Employee Assistance Programme, and opportunities to meet colleagues in other locations. Priority Pass and long-haul travel upgrades are also listed for company events.

Role at a glance: Remote Americas-based Graduate HR Generalist role supporting employee services, HR operations, and global people initiatives.

Responsibilities mentioned in the listing

• Answer employee questions and requests about employment, contracts, onboarding, benefits, verifications, and other HR matters, escalating issues when needed.
• Maintain the HRIS and process employee changes and new starters accurately and promptly.
• Lead global projects, including engagement, training, and culture initiatives.
• Partner with managers and employees to support HR processes and advance people strategies in assigned areas.
• Work globally with colleagues, especially team leads, managers, and executives.
• Coordinate new-hire processing, including local onboarding documents, personnel files, system setup, and introductory reviews.
• Assist employees with benefits enrollment and processing, and support payroll processes by providing accurate monthly data on time.

Qualifications stated in the listing

• A record of exceptional achievement in high school and graduate studies.
• HR or People team internship experience is beneficial, preferably in the technology industry.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize complex workloads, manage time effectively, and work under pressure.
• Self-motivation, a results-oriented approach, and strong attention to accuracy.
• Honesty, integrity, and ability to handle confidential information.
• Flexible and adaptable to change.
• Initiative and willingness to offer ideas and suggestions that contribute to the team’s success.