Human Resources Manager

LeverageTek is actively seeking a HR Manager for a permanent position with its Ottawa-based customer.

Work Location

The successful candidate will be required to work on-site at the customer headquarters in Ottawa, ON, on a hybrid basis.

Language Requirements

Being bilingual in French and English is considered an asset.

Key Tasks

The Human Resources Manager is responsible for overseeing a team of HR Generalists and ensuring the effective and efficient delivery of day-to-day HR operations.

The Manager supports the HR Director to ensure that HR is aligned with and meeting organizational priorities and goals

• Support the development and active implementation of key strategic HR initiatives, policies, and programs
• Oversee a small team of HR Generalists, providing guidance, coaching and support in many of the functional areas of HR, including recruitment, onboarding and offboarding, employee relations, leave and accommodation administration, benefits administration, recognition, and wellness, etc.
• Manage the workflow and work distribution of the team to ensure objectives are being met
• Provide guidance and support to managers and team leads across the organization on best practices for addressing employee issues such as disciplinary action, progressive discipline, attendance, conflict resolution and terminations
• Oversee and promote the employee performance framework that includes regular and ongoing coaching and feedback and a supportive performance improvement approach
• Directly manage complex employee relations issues and concerns
• With the support of the team, responsible for the maintenance and functioning of the HRIS system, ensuring accuracy of information and preparation of reports
• Ensure HR compliance with health & safety, employment, and record-keeping requirements
• Active participant in the DEI Committee, lead DEI-related HR initiatives
• Work closely with the Director in the areas of job design and evaluation, compensation management, and talent development
• Provide recommendations on how to improve the effectiveness and efficiency of the HR team, as well as recommendations on how to continue to build upon the overall existing HR framework
• Support the Director, and others within the organization on key projects and initiatives as they develop

Qualifications

• You have a minimum of 5 years’ experience in a senior generalist human resources role, with a minimum of 2 years’ experience in a supervisory / management role
• You have relevant post-secondary education, such as a degree in Human Resources or Business Administration, or an equivalent of education and experience
• You have previous demonstrated experience coaching and mentoring both employees and leaders
• You have achieved your CHRP / CHRL designation or are actively working towards this
• You have previous experience managing and maximizing benefits of an HRIS (currently using HUMI), and a basic understanding of payroll systems
• You have very strong interest and ability to keep up to date with applicable employment legislation including Ontario Employment Standards, Occupational Health and Safety, Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities, Human Rights and if you also have knowledge of Quebec legislation in these areas that is a strong asset
• You have strong project management experience, working cross-functionally with various internal and external stakeholders and subject matter experts
• You have a strong general understanding in MS Office, including Outlook, Excel, Word, and Teams

Assets

You are bilingual and have excellent communication skills, both verbal and written in English and French, while French is not required, this is highly preferred

About LeverageTek IT Solutions

Thank you for taking the time to apply! Since our company’s inception in March 2003, LeverageTek IT Solutions has worked resolutely to become one of the industry’s most recognized and trusted suppliers of technology staffing and business consulting services.

With hundreds of successful engagements to our credit with many of Canada’s leading public and private sector organizations, we are the experts in identifying, deploying, and supporting IT and business talent on a contract, contract-to-hire, and permanent basis.

We work with customers across all sectors including academia, aerospace, aviation, finance, government, health care, high tech, military, not-for-profit, and more.

Our responsive service and ability to deliver the right fit, on time and within budget, typically leads to repeat engagements and a long-standing relationship.

Accessibility accommodations are available upon request.