Human Resources Director

Altis Recruitment; Greater Toronto Area; Hybrid; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A global mid-sized client is seeking a Senior Recruitment Partner for a 3-month contract in the Greater Toronto Area. This hybrid role involves overseeing HR functions during a dynamic period of international expansion. The ideal candidate will be a strategic HR leader with a strong focus on talent and culture initiatives.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7-10 years of progressive HR leadership experience.
• At least 3 years in a senior-level role.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a comprehensive HR strategy aligned with business goals.
• Partner with senior leaders to evolve the company’s structure.

Skills

Strategic Thinking

Interpersonal Skills

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration

Job description

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Senior Recruitment Partner at Altis Recruitment | Professional Services

Our global mid-sized client is seeking a HR Director to join their team for a 3-month contract. This high-impact leadership role reports directly into the president and will oversee all facets of the HR function during a dynamic period of international expansion and private equity-backed growth. The ideal candidate will be a strategic and hands-on HR leader, capable of scaling talent and culture initiative.

This is a hybrid position, located in the GTA (Durham Region).

Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute a comprehensive HR strategy aligned with business goals, emphasizing workforce planning, engagement, and retention.
• Partner with senior leaders to evolve the company’s structure and foster high-performance teams.
• Implement scalable frameworks for performance management, continuous feedback, and leadership readiness.
• Support due diligence and integration efforts, including organizational design and change management.
• Ensure compliance with labour laws and standards, while maintaining HR policies and best practices.

Qualifications:

• Minimum 7-10 years of progressive HR leadership experience, with at least 3 years in a senior-level role.
• Experience in manufacturing, consumer products, fitness/wellness, or retail sectors is highly desirable.
• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field. Professional HR certifications are an asset.
• Strong ability to think strategically.
• A collaborative, relationship-oriented leader with strong interpersonal skills, capable of inspiring, mentoring, and holding teams accountable.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Passion for people, operational excellence, and fostering an inclusive, values-driven workplace.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Director

Employment type

• Employment type

  Contract

Job function

• Job function

  Human Resources

• Industries

  Manufacturing, Health and Human Services, and Wellness and Fitness Services

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