Human Resources Lead

Inspired HR Ltd; Calgary; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Community connection

Competitive compensation

Consistent hours

Benefits

Job summary

A confidential, locally owned organization in Canada is seeking a Human Resources Lead to take ownership of HR functions across multiple locations. This role focuses on recruitment, performance management, leadership development, and operational accountability. With 5 to 10 years of progressive HR experience, candidates should have strong skills in employee relations and a hands-on approach. This position offers a competitive salary, consistent hours, and the opportunity for career growth within the company.

Qualifications

• 5 to 10 years of progressive HR experience.
• Strong capability in performance management and employee relations.
• Experience coaching leaders and improving team effectiveness.

Responsibilities

• Lead full cycle recruitment across multiple locations.
• Build and implement performance management processes.
• Coach managers on how to lead, manage, and develop their teams.

Skills

Performance management

Employee relations

Coaching leaders

Team effectiveness

Practical approach

Job description

Inspired HR is partnering with a confidential, locally owned organization in the agriculture sector to hire a Human Resources Lead.

This is an opportunity to step into a broad, hands-on HR role where you will take ownership of the function and play a key role in strengthening leadership, performance, and structure across a multi-location business.

About the Opportunity

Our client is deeply rooted in Alberta’s agricultural communities, supporting farmers and producers. Their success is built on strong relationships, practical expertise, and a commitment to doing things the right way.

As they continue to grow, there is a clear focus on building a more structured, accountable, and high-performing organization. This role will be central to that evolution.

Why This Role

• Join a locally owned business with strong community ties
• Work closely with leadership and influence how the organization grows
• Build and shape the HR function in a meaningful way
• Opportunity to grow into a senior HR leadership role over time
• Be part of a team that values hard work, respect, and development

What You Will Be Responsible For

Recruitment and Onboarding

• Lead full cycle recruitment across multiple locations
• Improve hiring quality and consistency
• Implement structured onboarding programs

Performance Management and Standards

• Build and implement performance management processes
• Establish clear expectations, metrics, and accountability
• Support leaders in managing performance and driving results

Leadership Development

• Coach managers on how to lead, manage, and develop their teams
• Provide practical tools for feedback, accountability, and growth
• Support the creation of employee development plans

Change Management and Structure

• Support organizational change and evolving team structures
• Bring clarity to roles, responsibilities, and reporting lines

Compensation and Workforce Planning

• Support compensation planning aligned to performance
• Partner on workforce planning and organizational design

Operational Accountability and Customer Impact

• Strengthen decision making and accountability across teams
• Improve alignment between performance, cost, and business outcomes
• Support leaders in improving team effectiveness and customer experience

What You Can Expect

• A team grounded in strong values and community connection
• Real opportunity to grow your career and expand your scope
• A workplace that values both performance and respect
• Consistent hours, competitive compensation, and benefits

Requirements

• 5 to 10 years of progressive HR experience
• Strong capability in performance management and employee relations
• Experience coaching leaders and improving team effectiveness
• Ability to bring structure and clarity to a growing organization
• Hands-on, practical approach with strong follow through
• Comfortable operating as the lead HR resource