Human Resources Manager

Reports to: Managing Partner

PROFILE

This position originates and leads human resources practices and objectives that will provide an employee-oriented, high performance culture that emphasizes quality, productivity and standards, goal attainment and the recruitment and ongoing development of a superior workforce.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develops and establishes departmental processes that support the accomplishment of the office/firm’s strategic goals, which would include the preparation and analysis of reports and making recommendations for change where needed.
• Develops and administers programs, procedures and guidelines to help align the workforce with the strategic goals of the office/firm.
• Builds and maintains effective working relationships with all Firm members, fostering a positive and collaborative work environment.
• Ongoing management of staff (hiring, performance management, discipline and termination) to ensure adequate resources for the effective functioning of the office.
• Provide coaching to staff who have performance related obstacles and counsels managers/supervisors on employment issues, ensuring compliance with employment legislation and common law practices.
• Protects the interests of employees and the firm in accordance with firm policies and current employment regulations.
• Manages the recruitment process using effective recruiting and hiring practices.
• Preparation and monitoring of annual department budget.
• Partners with the Accounting Manager to maintain accurate employee records.
• Operational Management including liaising with suppliers, contractors, building landlord and other service providers.
• Organizing and coordinating inter-office moves.
• Any other duties as required.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• 8+ years of relevant experience.
• 2+ years of leadership experience.
• College or University Certificate/Diploma/Degree and graduate degree/diploma in related discipline.
• Professional Human Resources designation (CHRP).
• Training in employment law, compensation, benefits, organizational planning, organizational development and employee relations.
• General knowledge of employment laws and practices.
• High level of emotional intelligence.
• Ability to communicate effectively with other Firm members, with the aptitude to take care of firm members needs in a professional and courteous manner.
• Ability to act as a voice for firm members while balancing organization goals.
• Effective written communication skills including the ability to prepare reports, proposals, policies and procedures.
• Effective public relations and public speaking skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and coaching skills.
• Able to manage highly confidential information and practice discretion at all times.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Promotes and protects a firm culture of respect and collaboration.
• Excellent computer skills in Microsoft Windows environment – must include Excel.
• Payroll and HRIS experience is an asset.

SALARY

• The starting range for this role is $115,000 to $130,000. Starting salary will be determined based on an applicant’s individual skills, competencies and unique qualifications. Employees have the potential to exceed this range based on tenure and performance