Human Resources Generalist (Full-time)

Red River Mutual; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 58,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits

Manitoba Top Employer since 2025

Job summary

Red River Mutual in Manitoba is seeking a Human Resources Generalist to create exceptional experiences for candidates and employees. You will partner with HR leaders to attract talent, onboard new hires, and support employees through their journey in a welcoming, people-first environment.

You’ll manage HR processes, administer Dayforce and LMS, prepare HR communications, and contribute to workforce analytics to drive informed decisions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor-level or higher in HR, business administration, or related field.
• 2–3 years of progressive HR experience (talent acquisition, onboarding, HR admin).
• Experience with recruitment, onboarding, employee lifecycle processes, HR administration, HRIS; Dayforce preferred.
• Knowledge of employment legislation and best HR practices.
• Strong organization, communication, and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office; Dayforce/SharePoint/LMS experience is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Manage and triage the HR inbox, providing timely service and escalation as needed.
• Process employee lifecycle transactions including hires, transfers, promotions, leaves, terminations.
• Administer Dayforce, employee records, reporting, and workflows with data integrity and confidentiality.
• Prepare employment letters, reports, communications, and HR documents.
• Coordinate recruitment activities: postings, sourcing, screening, interviews, checks, offers.
• Create a positive candidate experience through proactive communication.

Skills

HR administration

Recruitment

Onboarding

Dayforce

HRIS

LMS

Education

Post-secondary education in HR or related field

Tools

Dayforce

SharePoint

LMS

HR analytics

Job description

Create exceptional employee and candidate experiences with a collaborative HR team where partnership, shared expertise, and continuous learning are at the heart of everything we do.

Location: Altona or Winnipeg, MB; Reports to: Manager, Human Resources

What You Need to Know About Red River Mutual

At Red River Mutual, every interaction matters. The Red River Mutual Experience is our shared understanding of how every conversation and decision shapes the experiences of our employees, broker partners, policyholders, and communities. For 150 years, our resilience has come from evolving alongside the people we serve, adapting to changing needs while staying true to who we are. This is how we build something greater than service alone, and bring our purpose, vision, and values to life.

Where You’ll Fit In

As a Human Resources Generalist, you'll create exceptional experiences for both candidates and employees while making a meaningful impact across the organization. From attracting and onboarding talent to supporting employees throughout their journey at Red River Mutual, you'll play a key role in fostering a welcoming, engaging, and people-first workplace.

You'll join a passionate and collaborative HR team that is committed to supporting our people and our business. Leveraging your organizational skills, sound judgment, attention to detail, and relationship-building strengths, you'll work closely with HR Business Partners, leaders, employees, and candidates to advance people initiatives, strengthen our employer brand, and help bring our culture to life.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and triage the HR inbox, providing timely service and escalating matters appropriately.
• Process employee lifecycle transactions, including hires, transfers, promotions, compensation changes, leaves, and terminations.
• Administer and support Dayforce, employee records, reporting, and workflows while maintaining data integrity and confidentiality.
• Prepare employment letters, reports, communications, and HR documentation.
• Coordinate recruitment activities, including job postings, candidate sourcing, participate in screening and interview processes, assessments, reference and background checks, and offer preparation.
• Create a positive candidate experience through proactive communication and timely updates.
• Coordinate new hire documentation, welcome materials, and ongoing support for new employees.
• Deliver engaging orientation sessions that help new employees feel welcomed, informed, and set up for success.
• Support offboarding and other employee transitions with accurate documentation, effective communication, and care.
• Coordinate people-focused programs and initiatives that support employee engagement, development and inclusion.
• Maintain HR SharePoint resources and communications that keep employees informed and connected.
• Support employee learning and development through LMS administration, training records, and reporting.
• Prepare workforce metrics, reports, and dashboards for operational and strategic decisions.
• Contribute to innovative HR solutions that improve processes, systems, and the employee experience.
• Provide backup to the Payroll & Benefits Partner.

What You'll Bring

• Post-secondary education in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Two to three years of progressive experience in HR, talent acquisition, coordination, or a related role.
• Experience with recruitment, onboarding, employee lifecycle processes, HR administration, and HRIS management; Dayforce experience is preferred.
• Knowledge employment legislation and best HR practices, employment legislation
• Excellent organization, planning, prioritization, and time management, with strong attention to detail.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with a genuine commitment to building relationships and delivering exceptional employee and candidate experiences.
• Sound judgment, critical thinking, problem-solving skills, and a continuous-improvement mindset.
• Ability to manage competing priorities, work independently, and collaborate in a fast-paced environment.
• High integrity, professionalism, discretion, and respect for confidentiality.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and HR technology; Dayforce, SharePoint, LMS, and workforce analytics experience is an asset.
• A valid Class 5 driver’s licence and reliable vehicle access.

What to be Excited for with this Role

At Red River Mutual, you'll have the opportunity to build a meaningful career with a company that values continuous growth and collaboration. You'll be encouraged to expand your skills, learn from colleagues across the organization, and contribute to a culture of continuous learning and knowledge sharing. Plus, you'll enjoy competitive benefits and a supportive work environment. As a Manitoba Top Employer since 2025, we're committed to helping our employees thrive both professionally and personally.