HR Generalist

Our financial services client is seeking an experienced Human Resources Generalist/Manager for a 6-month contract to lead and oversee their HR function across Canada. This hands-on role combines strategic and operational responsibilities. The successful candidate will act as a trusted advisor to leadership, employees, and union representatives, ensuring compliance with Canadian employment law while fostering a supportive, high-performing culture.

Work Arrangement: Hybrid, with 3–4 days on-site and 1–2 days remote. The first three months of onboarding will be primarily on-site in Etobicoke, ON.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the full HR function including recruitment, onboarding, performance management, training, benefits administration, employee relations, and offboarding.
• Serve as the primary contact for employee relations, managing conflict resolution, disciplinary matters, grievances, and workplace investigations.
• Partner with union representatives to handle grievances, consultations, and negotiations.
• Provide expert guidance on Canadian employment legislation, compliance, and HR best practices.
• Manage disability claims, leaves of absence, and accommodation cases.
• Maintain accurate HR data, employee records, and internal HR communications.
• Participate in employee committees and initiatives, including Health & Safety and education fund programs.
• Lead HR-related projects such as HRIS/payroll integrations, performance evaluation systems, and bonus program design.
• Promote and drive employee engagement, culture-building, and productivity initiatives.

Qualifications:

• 5–7+ years of progressive HR experience, including exposure to unionized environments.
• Strong knowledge of Canadian employment law, compliance, and HR policy.
• Proven experience managing grievances, negotiations, and employee consultations.
• Broad HR generalist background with hands-on experience in recruitment, onboarding, training, benefits, and performance management.
• Bilingual in English and French is an asset, but not required.

We’re an equal opportunity employer committed to increasing diversity and inclusion in today’s workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. Minorities, women, LGBTQ candidates, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. If you require an accommodation, please review our accessibility policy and reach out to our accessibility officer with any questions.