Human Resources Coordinator (Existing Vacancy)

Hicks Morley; Toronto; On-site; CAD 51,100 - 66,900; Full time

Job summary

Hicks Morley is seeking a Human Resources Coordinator for their Toronto office. The ideal candidate will support HR processes, including recruitment, onboarding, and benefits administration. Strong attention to detail and a proactive attitude are crucial.

Candidates should have a background in Human Resources, with preference for those experienced in professional services or law firms. The expected salary range is $51,100 to $66,900 annually based on experience.

Qualifications

• Must have a background in Human Resources, ideally in a professional services environment.
• Prior law firm experience is an asset.
• Experience with payroll is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate recruitment efforts including reviewing resumes and scheduling interviews.
• Assist with benefits administration and onboarding new employees.
• Manage internal HR documentation and support employee engagement events.

Skills

Proactive team player

High attention to detail

Technical proficiency

Clear communication

Client service oriented

Education

Background in Human Resources

Tools

Microsoft Office

Dayforce

Adobe

Job description

We are currently looking for someone to join our Human Resources team in our Toronto office.

More About Us

With over 120 lawyers, Hicks Morley is a leading law firm in Canada focusing on the representation of management in Human Resources Law and Advocacy. Labour and Employment Law is the foundation of the firm’s growth—the depth and scope of our expertise in Human Resources Law is the Hicks Morley advantage.

Hicks Morley is a rapidly growing firm; we have five offices in Ontario: the main office is located in Toronto, and regional offices located in Waterloo, London, Kingston, and Ottawa. We act for over 1,000 employers in the public and private sectors.

The Opportunity

As a member of our Human Resources team, the Coordinator will help ensure the smooth operation of HR processes related to recruitment, onboarding, benefits administration and other confidential administrative tasks.

The ideal candidate will be a team player who is proactive and technically savvy with high attention to detail. The candidate will have a demonstrated interest in furthering a career in Human Resources.

Compensation

The expected compensation range for this position is $51,100 to $66,900 per year, commensurate with experience.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and update internal documentation.
• Coordinate recruitment efforts by reviewing resumes, conducting phone screenings, scheduling interviews, drafting documentation, monitoring background checks and supporting reference calls.
• Support benefits administration by collecting documents, inviting plan members to enrol, helping track eligibility and working with applicable providers.
• Draft documentation including offer letters, performance letters, compensation letters, administrative reports, and more.
• Assist with onboarding new employees by collecting documentation, inputting personal data into system and planning orientation.
• Draft bi-weekly payroll related documentation and support with inputting related data.
• Maintain HRIS by tracking absences, updating entitlement balances, responding to inquiries and maintaining accuracy of personal data.
• Support workflow of the Legal Assistant Support Team; including daily assignments and Legal Assistant vacation backfill.
• Support employee engagement by planning and coordinating events, employee gifts, recognition opportunities, and more.

Other Responsibilities and Qualifications

• Support and provide backup to Human Resources and Administration efforts as required.
• Learn and use available technology to enhance work product including, but not limited to, Microsoft Office, Dayforce and Adobe.
• Other duties as assigned.
• A background in Human Resources, ideally in a professional services environment. Previous law firm experience is an asset.
• Payroll experience is an asset.
• Working knowledge of general Human Resources principles and guidelines.
• Must be a highly organized self starter who is solutions-oriented.
• Clear and concise written and verbal communication with excellent attention to detail.
• Technical proficiency and the proven ability to embrace and master upgraded, enhanced, and/or new technologies.
• Success in managing competing deadlines and priorities while ensuring firm standards are upheld.
• Client service oriented and the ability to anticipate needs and proactively contribute to firm initiatives.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and recognize when to consult colleagues and/or support resources when appropriate.

Application

This posting is for an existing vacancy.

Upon request, Hicks Morley will provide suitable accommodations during the recruitment and hiring process to candidates with accessibility needs due to disability.