Human Resources Manager

Expand Reach Inc.; Canada; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Expand Reach Inc. is seeking an experienced HR leader to guide and grow our HR team in Canada. You will set strategy, oversee performance management, and drive cross-functional collaboration across the organization.

The role requires 5+ years in HR management with CHRP/CHRL preferred, and strong knowledge of ESA and Ontario safety laws. You will partner with executives to shape workforce planning, development, and total rewards programs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or diploma in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.
• 5+ years of progressive HR management experience leading an HR team.
• CHRP or CHRL designation strongly preferred.
• Advanced knowledge of ESA and Ontario health & safety regulations.
• Hands-on experience with HRIS, ATS and payroll operations.
• Exceptional interpersonal and leadership coaching skills, analytical thinking, problem solving, and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and develop the HR team with clear goals, priorities, and accountability.
• Foster a high-performance, collaborative culture within HR and across the organization.
• Direct departmental strategy and lead HR team meetings.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Leadership coaching

Analytical thinking

Critical problem solving

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR / Business

Tools

HRIS

ATS platforms

Payroll operations

Job description

• Lead, mentor, and develop the HR team, establishing clear goals, priorities, and accountability.
• Foster a high-performance, collaborative culture within HR and across the broader organization.
• Direct departmental strategy and lead regular HR team meetings.

Performance Management & Leadership Coaching

• Oversee company-wide performance evaluation cycles, goal-setting processes, and continuous feedback mechanisms.
• Partner with department heads to build performance improvement plans (PIPs), succession plans, and professional development paths.
• Analyze internal performance trends to advise executive leadership on strategic workforce decisions.

Recruitment & Talent Strategy

• Oversee end-to-end recruitment strategies and pipeline management to meet evolving business needs.
• Collaborate with leadership on workforce planning, engagement strategies, and key retention initiatives.

Training & Employee Development

• Design, implement, and evaluate learning and development programs for staff and management.
• Facilitate leadership coaching to strengthen management capabilities across departments.

HR Operations & Total Rewards

• Oversee HRIS, ATS, and benefits administration, while identifying opportunities to streamline payroll process flows.
• Maintain complete compliance with the Employment Standards Act (ESA), occupational health and safety regulations, and internal policies.

Strategic HR Projects

• Lead high-impact, cross-functional HR initiatives and organizational change projects.
• Provide expert guidance on policy development, employee relations, and HR best practices.

Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree or diploma in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Experience: 5+ years of progressive HR management experience, with proven success leading an HR team.
• Designation: CHRP or CHRL designation is strongly preferred.
• Compliance & Legal: Advanced knowledge of the Employment Standards Act (ESA) and Ontario health & safety legislation.
• Technical Proficiency: Hands-on experience with HRIS, ATS platforms, and payroll operations.
• Core Competencies: Exceptional interpersonal and leadership coaching skills, strong analytical thinking, critical problem-solving, and precise attention to detail.