HR Manager

DWF; Toronto; On-site; CAD 120,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extended Health benefit

Dental coverage

LTD

Wellbeing allowance

Casual dress code

Early finish ahead of statutory truths

Job summary

DWF is a leading global provider of integrated legal and business services. We are seeking an experienced HR Manager to deliver strategic and operational HR support across the business and enhance the colleague experience in our Canadian offices.

This role can be based in our Toronto, Vancouver, Calgary or Montreal office. Reporting to the Head of HR, you will lead divisional people priorities, manage cyclical HR processes, support organizational change and design, and partner with Group Centres

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in an HR Manager role or a comparable senior HR position.
• Strong technical HR knowledge and demonstrated experience providing guidance and coaching to senior leaders and colleagues.
• Proven experience leading and delivering cyclical HR processes.
• Demonstrated ability to build trusted relationships with a broad range of stakeholders.
• Strong ability to understand business needs and translate them into clear, practical HR solutions and people plans.
• Hands-on experience delivering colleague-focused initiatives aligned with business and growth objectives.
• Experience supporting organizational change, organizational design and employee engagement initiatives.
• An action-oriented approach with strong analytical, problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• A strong focus on outcomes, service excellence and delivering a positive colleague experience.
• Experience working within a structured or regulated corporate environment, ideally within professional services.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong English communication skills; French language skills are highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Leading the delivery of Divisional People priorities within the aligned business area.
• Managing and supporting cyclical HR processes, including performance management, compensation reviews, talent and succession planning, and engagement action plans.
• Supporting and delivering business change initiatives and HR projects through to successful completion.
• Partnering with business leaders to review organizational structures and ensure teams are designed to meet business priorities effectively and efficiently.
• Working with people leaders to develop and implement strategies that strengthen retention and reduce attrition.
• Implementing HR policies and procedures and developing appropriate local operating procedures where required.
• Supporting the delivery of the global recruitment model, ensuring alignment with local business requirements.
• Partnering closely with Group Centres of Excellence, including Talent Acquisition, Performance & Engagement, Reward, and HR Operations, to provide a connected and consistent colleague experience.
• Supporting the delivery of the Colleague Value Proposition (CVP) and initiatives that drive colleague engagement across the organization.
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with key stakeholders and managers, providing trusted HR advice, constructive challenge and coaching.
• Coaching leaders to strengthen effective leadership and people-management practices.
• Translating business priorities into practical, actionable people plans and ensuring successful delivery.

Job description

Why join us?

DWF is a leading global provider of integrated legal and business services. We are looking for an experienced and highly skilled HR Manager who shares our purpose and vision and is passionate about delivering an exceptional colleague experience.

This role can be based in our Toronto, Vancouver, Calgary or Montreal office.

Responsibilities

The HR Manager will provide strategic and operational HR support, guidance and expertise across the business, leveraging DWF’s Global Operating Model to deliver service excellence.

Working closely with business leaders and the wider HR function, the HR Manager will play a key role in delivering our Group and Divisional people priorities. This position will support effective people management, organizational design, employee engagement and business change initiatives, while ensuring HR activities remain aligned with broader business objectives.

Reporting to the Head of HR, the HR Manager will be responsible for:

• Leading the delivery of Divisional People priorities within the aligned business area.
• Managing and supporting cyclical HR processes, including performance management, compensation reviews, talent and succession planning, and engagement action plans.
• Supporting and delivering business change initiatives and HR projects through to successful completion.
• Partnering with business leaders to review organizational structures and ensure teams are designed to meet business priorities effectively and efficiently.
• Working with people leaders to develop and implement strategies that strengthen retention and reduce attrition.
• Implementing HR policies and procedures and developing appropriate local operating procedures where required.
• Supporting the delivery of the global recruitment model, ensuring alignment with local business requirements.
• Partnering closely with Group Centres of Excellence, including Talent Acquisition, Performance & Engagement, Reward, and HR Operations, to provide a connected and consistent colleague experience.
• Supporting the delivery of the Colleague Value Proposition (CVP) and initiatives that drive colleague engagement across the organization.
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with key stakeholders and managers, providing trusted HR advice, constructive challenge and coaching.
• Coaching leaders to strengthen effective leadership and people-management practices.
• Translating business priorities into practical, actionable people plans and ensuring successful delivery.

What will help you succeed in this role?

The ideal candidate will bring:

• 5+ years of experience in an HR Manager role or a comparable senior HR position.
• Strong technical HR knowledge and demonstrated experience providing guidance and coaching to senior leaders and colleagues.
• Proven experience leading and delivering cyclical HR processes.
• Demonstrated ability to build trusted relationships with a broad range of stakeholders.
• Strong ability to understand business needs and translate them into clear, practical HR solutions and people plans.
• Hands‑on experience delivering colleague-focused initiatives aligned with business and growth objectives.
• Experience supporting organizational change, organizational design and employee engagement initiatives.
• An action-oriented approach with strong analytical, problem‑solving and decision‑making skills.
• A strong focus on outcomes, service excellence and delivering a positive colleague experience.
• Experience working within a structured or regulated corporate environment, ideally within professional services.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong English communication skills; French language skills are highly desirable.

What we offer

The salary range for this position is $120,000 – $140,000 per annum, dependent on experience.

Our firm benefits include Extended Health benefit, Dental coverage, LTD, DI, casual dress code, wellbeing allowance, early finish ahead of statutory holidays and more.

Nurturing talent is very important to us. We are committed to equal opportunities in all areas of work and business. We want people to achieve their best, which will positively impact our clients and the communities in which we live and work. At DWF Group, we empower people to be themselves within an inclusive and supportive environment, enabling everyone to reach their full potential.

At DWF, we believe in offering a comprehensive rewards package that extends beyond base salary. From flexible benefits to wellbeing programs, we are committed to supporting our people both professionally and personally.

Our recruitment process upholds the highest standards of fairness and engagement. It may include interviews, assessments, or presentations. We aim to create a positive experience for all candidates and will provide accommodations where required.

About us

DWF is a leading global provider of integrated legal and business services. We empower people to be themselves within an inclusive and supportive environment, enabling everyone to achieve their full potential in line with their abilities and career aspirations.