HR Manager

RLB People; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading HR consulting firm in Toronto is seeking an experienced HR Manager to lead strategic HR initiatives. You will oversee employee lifecycle processes, champion a positive workplace culture, and drive engagement strategies. The ideal candidate has over 5 years of HR leadership experience, preferably in a unionized environment, with a strong understanding of labour relations. This role offers a hybrid work model and comprehensive healthcare benefits.

Benefits

Extended Healthcare Plan

Paid Time Off Benefits

Work From Home - Flexible hours

Training & Development

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in HR leadership, preferably in a unionized environment.
• Extensive knowledge of labour relations, including legislation and collective bargaining.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the full employee lifecycle, including recruitment, onboarding, and performance management.
• Act as a strategic advisor on HR policies and workforce planning.
• Lead a multidisciplinary HR team and champion culture-building efforts.

Skills

Employee engagement

HR leadership

Labour relations

Coaching

Conflict resolution

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or Business Administration

CHRP or CHRL designation

Tools

HRIS systems

Job description

Position Overview

Reporting to the Chief People Officer, the HR Manager will lead strategic HR initiatives that support talent development, employee engagement, health and safety, DEIA (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Access), and total rewards. This role is central to cultivating a supportive and high-performing organizational culture.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the full employee lifecycle, including recruitment, onboarding, performance management, and professional development.
• Act as a strategic advisor to leadership on HR policies, workforce planning, and labour relations.
• Champion culture-building efforts that promote respect, inclusion, and collaboration.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety standards and promote staff well-being.
• Lead a multidisciplinary HR team, including Payroll & Benefits, HR Generalist, and Systems Coordinator.
• Develop and implement learning and development initiatives that support employee growth.
• Partner with managers to design engagement strategies aligned with organizational goals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related discipline.
• CHRP or CHRL designation is preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in HR leadership within a unionized environment.
• Demonstrated success in driving employee engagement and fostering a positive workplace culture.
• Extensive knowledge of labour relations, including relevant legislation, collective bargaining frameworks grievance processes, and dispute resolution.
• Proficiency in HRIS systems, payroll, and benefits administration.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with expertise in coaching and conflict resolution.
• Deep commitment to equity, inclusion, and collaborative work environments.

Why This Role Matters

This is more than an HR leadership role—it’s a chance to shape the culture of an organization making a real difference in Toronto. As HR Manager, you’ll help build a workplace where people feel valued, supported, and empowered to contribute to meaningful social change.

Location

Toronto, ON (Hybrid – 3 to 4 days / week on-site)

Benefits

• Extended Healthcare Plan (Medical, Disability, Dental & Vision)
• Group Life - AD&D - Critical Illness Insurance
• Paid Time Off Benefits
• Work From Home - Flexible hours
• Training & Development
• Employee Assistance Program - Counseling
• Free / Discount Parking