Consultant - HRIS & Payroll

Innoova; Montreal; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A Canadian consulting firm is seeking a Consultant in Advisory Services to lead project workstreams in HR transformation. Responsibilities include assessing HR functions, designing operating models, and supporting technology enablement strategies. Ideal candidates will have a bachelor's degree and 3-5 years of experience in HR or consulting. Competitive compensation and growth opportunities are offered.

Benefits

Competitive compensation and benefits package

Mentorship and professional development opportunities

Collaborative and supportive work environment

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of progressive experience in HR, consulting, or a related field.
• Experience analyzing current state environments and gathering requirements.
• Bilingualism in French and English is a strong asset.

Responsibilities

• Lead client workshops and meetings, facilitating discussions.
• Support the delivery of HR transformation projects, including strategy and process optimization.
• Maintain project documentation and track progress.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Project delivery experience

Understanding HR and payroll functions

Communication skills

Time management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business Administration, technology or a related field

Tools

MS Office (PowerPoint, Excel, Word)

HRIS platforms (e.g., Dayforce, ADP)

Collaboration platforms (e.g., Miro, Teams, SharePoint)

Job description

Overview

INNOOVA is a Canadian consulting firm specializing in digital transformation, human capital, and enterprise technology solutions. For over 25 years, we’ve supported organizations of all sizes in strategic initiatives involving platforms like Workday, Dayforce, SuccessFactors, UKG and others. Our services include governance, solution selection, implementation, and specialized staffing in project deployment. We take a collaborative, agnostic, and results-driven approach to every engagement. Proudly based in Montreal, INNOOVA operates across Canada.

As a Consultant in Advisory Services, you will play a key role in leading project workstreams and contributing to end-to-end transformation initiatives — from strategy through to implementation. You will work closely with senior advisors, clients, and stakeholders to assess HR functions, design fit-for-purpose operating models, define technology enablement strategies, and support change and adoption.

You’ll bring a combination of analytical thinking, project delivery experience, and a passion for the future of HR and Payroll. This is a hands-on role ideal for someone who thrives in a dynamic environment and is eager to grow their expertise in human capital transformation.

What We’re Looking For

Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business Administration, technology or a related field.

3-5 years of progressive experience in HR, consulting, or a related field.

Strong understanding of HR and payroll functions (e.g., recruitment, onboarding, compensation, benefits, time & attendance, employee data, compliance, payroll cycles).

Experience with HRIS and payroll platforms (e.g., Dayforce, ADP, SAP SuccessFactors, Workday, UKG, Oracle HCM) and how they support functional domains.

Experience analyzing current state environments, gathering requirements, and working across business and IT stakeholders.

Strong analytical, problem-solving, and strategic thinking skills.

Excellent communication skills — both written and verbal — and comfort engaging with senior stakeholders.

Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

Strong organizational and time management skills.

Proficient with MS Office tools (PowerPoint, Excel, Word) and collaboration platforms (e.g., Miro, Teams, SharePoint).

Bilingualism in French and English is a strong asset.

Key Responsibilities

• Client Engagement: Lead client workshops and meetings, facilitating discussions and gathering complex requirements documentation.
• Facilitate software and/or professional services selection cycle from definition, documentation, evaluation and negotiation.
• Collaborate with clients to understand challenges, gather requirements, and co-create practical, people-focused solutions.
• Develop and deliver high-quality client presentations and deliverables.
• Build and maintain strong, trusted client relationships, acting as a key point of contact.

• HR, Time Management & Payroll Transformation Projects: Lead and support the delivery of HR transformation projects, including strategy, operating model design, process optimization, and change management.
• Conduct thorough current state assessments, including data gathering, process mapping, systems analysis, and stakeholder interviews.
• Translate client needs into clear requirements, identifying gaps and opportunities for improvement.
• Conduct in-depth research and analysis on HR best practices, trends, and technologies, providing strategic recommendations.
• Provide insight into leading HR and payroll practices, technologies, and vendor solutions in the market (e.g., Workday, SuccessFactors, Dayforce, Oracle, UKG, ADP).
• Develop comprehensive HR transformation strategies and roadmaps, tailored to client needs.
• Lead the design and implementation of complex HR, Time Management & Payroll processes, policies, and systems.
• Develop and execute change management plans and communication strategies, ensuring successful adoption.
• Conduct advanced data analysis and reporting, providing actionable insights.

• Project Management: Support project planning and execution, ensuring timely delivery of tasks.
• Maintain project documentation and track progress.
• Identify and mitigate project risks, proactively addressing potential issues.

• Internal Development: Contribute to the development and refinement of internal tools, methodologies, and knowledge sharing.
• Support business development by contributing to proposals, presentations, and client conversations.
• Stay up-to-date with industry trends and best practices, contributing to thought leadership.
• Identify opportunities for accelerators, AI tools and other assets that our client and services can benefit from

Why Join INNOOVA?

• Opportunity to lead and contribute to challenging and impactful projects.
• Mentorship and professional development opportunities to advance your career.
• Collaborative and supportive work environment with a focus on innovation.
• Competitive compensation and benefits package.
• Opportunity to grow with a rapidly expanding company and make a significant impact.

How to Apply

Please submit your resume and cover letter outlining your qualifications and experience.

We thank all applicants for their interest, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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