HRIS Specialist, Human Resources London or Toronto (Hybrid)

Lerners; London; On-site; CAD 68,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in Canada is seeking an HRIS Specialist to manage and optimize their Human Resources Information System. The role involves system configuration, troubleshooting, and collaboration with HR and IT partners. Candidates should possess post-secondary education in related fields, experience in HRIS environments, and strong technical skills. This full-time position requires in-office presence at least 3 days weekly and offers a competitive salary aligned with market standards between $68,000 and $90,000.

Benefits

Health, Extended Health, Dental and Vision care

LTD insurance

Life insurance

Parking/Transit reimbursement

RRSP matching program

Eligibility for salary adjustments

Paid Volunteer Time

Referral Bonus

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience supporting, configuring, or administering an HRIS.
• Proven ability to work independently with minimal direction.
• Strong technical skills including reporting and data analysis.

Responsibilities

• Configure, test, maintain, and optimize HRIS modules.
• Automate and integrate HR processes to improve efficiency.
• Troubleshoot and resolve HRIS issues in a timely manner.
• Lead HRIS system upgrades and enhancements.
• Develop custom reports and dashboards for HR and business leaders.
• Act as a liaison between HR, IT, and the HRIS vendor.
• Provide training documentation and ongoing support to users.
• Ensure data accuracy and compliance with legislation.

Skills

Strong technical aptitude and system configuration skills

Critical thinking and problem-solving abilities

Confidence working independently in a fast-paced environment

Ability to translate business and HR requirements into technical solutions

Strong communication skills

Attention to detail and commitment to data integrity

Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines

Education

Post-secondary education in Human Resources Information Systems or related field

Tools

UKG HRIS platform

Job description

Position Summary

The HRIS Specialist is responsible for the configuration, maintenance, optimization, and ongoing support of the firm’s Human Resources Information System (HRIS). Reporting to the Chief Human Resources Officer, this role plays a critical part in ensuring HR systems effectively support the firm’s people strategies, operational needs, and compliance requirements. The successful candidate will collaborate closely with HR colleagues, the HRIS vendor, and IT partners to understand existing configurations, troubleshoot issues, lead system enhancements, and improve HR processes through automation and data-driven insights. This position requires a minimum of 3‑days per week in office.

Core Competencies and Skills

• Strong technical aptitude and system configuration skills
• Critical thinking and problem‑solving abilities
• Confidence working independently in a fast‑paced environment
• Ability to translate business and HR requirements into technical solutions
• Strong communication skills with both technical and non‑technical stakeholders
• Attention to detail and commitment to data integrity
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines

Tasks and Responsibilities

• Configure, test, maintain, and optimize HRIS modules to align with the firm’s operational and strategic needs
• Automate and integrate HR processes to reduce manual effort and improve efficiency
• Troubleshoot and resolve HRIS issues in a timely manner minimizing reliance on external vendors
• Lead HRIS system upgrades, enhancements, and new feature roll‑outs from planning through implementation
• Develop, maintain and enhance custom reports and dashboards for HR and business leaders
• Act as a liaison between Human Resources, IT, and the HRIS vendor to ensure solutions meet functional and technical requirements
• Provide training documentation and ongoing support to internal stakeholders and system users to promote adoption and effective use of the system
• Ensure data accuracy, system security and compliance with applicable employment and privacy legislation

Qualifications and Experience

• Post‑secondary education in Human Resources Information Systems, Computer Science, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Demonstrated experience supporting, configuring, or administering an HRIS in a professional services or complex organizational environment
• Experience working with the UKG HRIS platform is considered a significant asset
• Proven ability to work independently with minimal direction and take ownership of system‑related responsibilities
• Strong technical skills including reporting, data analysis and system integrations
• Experience leading system upgrades, enhancements or implementations is preferred

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit an application—including an updated resume and cover letter—to our career portal. Only candidates who have been selected for an interview will receive a response.

Benefits of Working at Lerners

Working at Lerners is both challenging and rewarding. Our skilled Learning and Development team provides training and continued support to all firm members. Lerners is proud to offer a competitive salary and benefits package.

Salary

Target Hiring Range: $68,000 – $90,000. The compensation is commensurate with skill level, years of experience and aligned with internal and market equity.

Benefits

• Health, Extended Health, Dental and Vision care
• LTD insurance
• Life insurance
• Parking/Transit reimbursement
• RRSP matching program
• Eligibility for salary adjustments and/or performance‑based incentive bonuses
• Paid Volunteer Time
• Referral Bonus
• Employee Assistance Program

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Employment Type

Full‑time