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Company Property Return
Company property return refers to the formal process employees must follow when leaving the organization to ensure that all equipment, documents, and access credentials provided to them during their employment are handed back.
Cultural Fit
Cultural fit, often referred to as culture alignment, describes how well an employee’s values, behaviors, and way of working align with a company’s culture, mission, and goals.
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Employee Termination Agreement
An employment termination agreement is a legal or administrative document that formalizes the end of the employment relationship between an employer and an employee.
Employer Brand
Employer brand refers to the image projected by a company to candidates and employees. When used strategically, it helps to attract, retain and engage top talent, and enhance the organization's reputation.
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HRIS (Human Resources Information System)
A Human Resources Information System (HRIS) is a software solution that integrates multiple human resources functions, supporting the day-to-day management of HR administrative tasks.
HRMS (Human Resource Management System)
An HRMS (Human Resource Management System), often referred to as an HRIS, is a talent management software designed to automate and optimize a wide range of HR processes.
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Passive Candidate
A passive candidate is a person who is not actively looking for a new job but is open to professional opportunities if approached.
Pay Equity
Pay equity refers to ensuring equal compensation for employees in predominantly female job roles compared to those in predominantly male job roles, as long as the work performed is of equal value.
Payroll Software
Payroll software is a technology solution designed to automate employee payroll processing, including statutory deductions and tax reporting features such as T4 slips and other required tax forms.
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Sourcing
Sourcing is the proactive recruitment strategy of seeking out, identifying and contacting qualified talent who have not previously applied for a job (passive candidates).
Stay Interview
A stay interview is a conversation led by an HR manager or a direct supervisor with the goal of assessing an employee’s engagement and likelihood of staying with the organization.