About this role
Human Resources ManagerJoin Our Growing Team
We are looking for an experienced, people-focused *Human Resources Manager* to establish and lead the Human Resources function within our growing organization.
This is a *newly created position* and presents an exciting opportunity for an HR professional who enjoys building processes, supporting people, partnering with leadership, and creating a strong workplace culture. The successful candidate will take ownership of the full scope of Human Resources, serving as the primary HR resource for employees, managers, and leadership.
This is a *hands-on, full-cycle HR role*. We are looking for someone who can not only manage day-to-day HR matters, but also develop and implement the policies, procedures, systems, and best practices needed to build a strong HR foundation for the organization.
Key ResponsibilitiesHuman Resources Leadership & Strategy
* Establish, develop, and oversee the organization's Human Resources function. * Develop and implement HR policies, procedures, processes, and best practices. * Provide HR guidance and support to leadership and managers on employee-related matters. * Partner with leadership to align people strategies with organizational goals and growth. * Maintain a positive, respectful, professional, and employee-focused workplace culture. * Identify opportunities to improve employee engagement, retention, communication, and overall employee experience. * Maintain awareness of current employment legislation and HR best practices applicable to Ontario workplaces.
Recruitment & Talent Acquisition
* Manage the full recruitment cycle from identifying staffing needs through onboarding. * Develop and post job advertisements and manage recruitment platforms. * Review applications, conduct interviews, and coordinate candidate selection. * Work closely with hiring managers to understand staffing requirements and identify strong candidates. * Develop effective recruitment strategies to attract and retain qualified employees. * Coordinate reference checks and other pre-employment requirements as appropriate. * Maintain recruitment records and candidate documentation. * Develop and maintain an organized talent pipeline for current and future staffing needs.
Employee Onboarding & Offboarding
* Develop and oversee a consistent onboarding process for all new employees. * Ensure new employees complete all required employment documentation. * Coordinate orientation, training requirements, policies, and company expectations. * Ensure employees understand their roles, responsibilities, and workplace policies. * Manage employee departures, including resignations, terminations, exit processes, and documentation. * Conduct exit interviews where appropriate and identify trends or opportunities for improvement.
Employee Relations
* Act as a confidential and approachable resource for employees and managers. * Provide guidance and support regarding workplace concerns, communication issues, performance matters, and employee relations. * Assist managers with difficult conversations and employee issues. * Investigate workplace complaints and concerns in a fair, objective, and timely manner. * Manage and document employee relations matters appropriately. * Support leadership and managers through progressive discipline and performance management processes. * Ensure HR practices are applied consistently and fairly throughout the organization.
Performance Management
* Develop and implement a structured performance management process. * Support managers with performance evaluations, coaching, performance improvement plans, and documentation. * Help establish clear performance expectations and accountability. * Identify opportunities for employee development and career growth. * Assist managers in addressing performance concerns early and appropriately.
Compensation, Benefits & Employee Records
* Support the administration of compensation, wage changes, promotions, and employment