HR Manager

ZSA Legal Recruitment; Toronto; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent legal recruitment agency in Toronto is seeking an HR Manager to oversee all aspects of human resources, specifically in a legal environment. The ideal candidate will have 2 to 5 years of progressive HR experience, be knowledgeable in Canadian employment law, and possess excellent communication and problem-solving skills. This in-office role offers competitive compensation and a supportive team culture, making it a unique opportunity for an experienced HR professional.

Benefits

Competitive compensation and benefits

Collaborative and supportive team culture

Leadership role in a growing law firm

Qualifications

• 2-5 years progressive HR experience in a professional service or legal environment.
• Experience supporting multi-location teams is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of human resources including recruitment and employee relations.
• Develop and implement HR policies aligned with firm goals.
• Lead full-cycle recruitment for legal, administrative, and support roles.

Skills

Strong knowledge of Canadian employment law

Excellent communication skills

Judgment and problem-solving skills

Education

Post-secondary education in Human Resources

Business Administration or a related field

CPHR designation (or working toward)

Job description

Toronto | 2 + Years

HR Manager – In office role

Position Summary

The HR Manager will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of human resources, including recruitment, employee relations, performance management, compliance, and organizational development. This role is both strategic and hands‑on, requiring a strong understanding of employment law, a collaborative leadership style, and the ability to support a diverse workforce in a high‑performance legal environment.

Key Responsibilities

Human Resources Leadership & Strategy

• Develop, implement and regularly update HR policies, procedures, and initiatives aligned with firm goals and growth.
• Act as a trusted advisor to leadership on workforce planning, organizational design, and employee engagement.
• Support a consistent and positive employee experience across all offices.

Recruitment & Onboarding

• Lead full‑cycle recruitment for legal, administrative, and support roles.
• Partner with local hiring managers to identify staffing needs and optimize hiring processes.
• Oversee onboarding programs to ensure smooth integration and early success of new hires.

Employee Relations & Performance Management

• Provide guidance on employee relations matters, conflict resolution, and performance issues.
• Manage performance review processes and support ongoing feedback and development.
• Foster a respectful, inclusive, and high‑accountability workplace culture.

Compliance & Employment Law

• Ensure compliance with federal and provincial employment legislation.
• Manage employee documentation, policies, and HR systems.
• Support investigations, disciplinary processes, and terminations.

Compensation, Benefits & HR Operations

• Administer benefits and HRIS systems.
• Analyze HR metrics and provide reporting to leadership.

Qualifications & Experience

• 2-5 years progressive HR experience, preferably in a professional service or legal environment.
• Post‑secondary education in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• CPHR designation (or working toward) is considered a strong asset.
• Strong knowledge of Canadian employment law and HR best practices.
• Experience supporting multi‑location teams is an asset.
• Excellent communication, judgment, and problem‑solving skills.

What They Offer

• Opportunity to play a key leadership role in a growing, well‑established law firm.
• Collaborative and supportive team culture.
• Competitive compensation and benefit.

For more information or to submit your CV to [e-mail] reference #34149

Salary Range: $70,000-$85,000

Please note that the salary range included is a guideline only. The salary offered may vary based on factors, including, but not limited to, the successful candidate’s relevant knowledge, skills, and experience.

The recruiting efforts for this role are intended to fill a vacant position.

Tagged as: Intermediate, Private Practice