Human Resources Manager

Designed Wealth Management; Toronto; On-site; CAD 85,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A financial services company based in Toronto is seeking an HR Manager to support onboarding, office management, and compliance. The ideal candidate will have 5+ years in HR functions, preferably in the investment industry, and a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field. This role offers a competitive salary range of $85,000 to $95,000 per annum and provides an excellent opportunity to grow in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years managing HR functions in a business or a department.
• HR credentials (CPHR) considered an asset.
• Experience in the Investment Industry preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with onboarding new employees.
• Coordinate office operations and HR functions.
• Ensure adherence to health and safety protocols.

Skills

Attention to detail

Professionalism

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business administration or HR

Job description

OUR FIRM

Designed Securities Ltd. is a truly independent investment dealer, and member of the Canadian Investment Regulatory Organization (CIRO). Our company is uniquely positioned to provide support driven by the needs of advisors. We design customized experiences for advisors and clients and have integrated Fintech that is based on real feedback, a culture of inclusion and progressive thinking. Our goal is to help evolve an advisor’s practice in light of Fintech, regulatory framework, and client needs. We are not controlled by any larger institutions and have the flexibility to serve our advisors and develop our staff in ways that are meaningful and long lasting. Staff are provided autonomy and authority to make decisions that drive the firm forward and we create an unmatched experience for our advisors. We are unique, motivated, and designed to do great – at work and in life.

CULTURE AND VALUES

We know that happy employees make all the difference in keeping advisors, and their clients, happy. Our culture is built on the pillars of inclusion, collaboration, accountability, and self-awareness. What excites us is seeing a group of talented people drawing on each other’s strengths, taking responsibility for making things happen, and contributing their voices and ideas to continue to design who we are. We are incredibly ambitious as an organization and seek people who are excited to commit to this opportunity.

DESIGN AS YOU GO

Sometimes you don’t know exactly what you need to succeed, so we let you design your career as you go. If you need professional development, we will work with you. If you need a better office set up, we will work with you. Your input into how we operate is critical to making things happen the best way possible. Imagine being fully immersed in a space where you feel energized, focused and you enjoy your work!

JOB DESCRIPTION

As a close-knit team all roles are highly interactive with other individuals and functions within the firm. You can expect to work alongside all staff including the executives of the company. This is a unique opportunity to join the organization from the ground floor and have an impact on the developing values and corporate culture.

The ideal candidate is motivated to contribute to the broader objectives of the organization and is motivated to learn, grow, and engage with staff, partners, and advisors. They are comfortable taking ownership of their responsibilities, interacting with various aspects of a dealer, and expanding their experiences beyond direct supervision to better integrate their role across the firm. This individual demonstrates strong attention to detail, approaches their responsibilities with professionalism, and remains open to new perspectives and evolving approaches to assessing and managing risk.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Human Resources

• Assist with onboarding new employees
• Serve as a liaison between staff and management
• Participate in evaluating employee embodiment of the company’s core values
• Support the cultivation of a fun and great culture while maintaining a professional office environment in tone, appearance, and conduct
• Coordinate internal meetings and events
• Coordinate staff recognition and incentive structures
• Monitor and support a positive and professional work environment
• Coordinate hiring alongside department heads

Office Management

• Co-ordinate advisor and guest requests related to office access and usage
• Act as the primary point of contact with property management
• Oversee day-to-day office operations and procedures (e.g. fob access, passcodes)
• Ensure equipment and facilities are properly maintained (i.e. furniture/cleaning services)
• Order and manage office supplies inventory letterhead, envelopes, water, coffee, etc.
• Coordinate seasonal or celebratory office initiatives

Administration

• Process incoming and outgoing mail
• Manage office budgets and track related expenses
• Process invoices, purchase orders, and expense reports related to office operations and certain HR functions
• Liaise with payroll for HR updates, and proper record keeping
• Liaise with HR resources for employee record management and other ad hoc HR

Compliance & Policies

• Ensure adherence to health, safety, and security protocols
• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive and proprietary information

KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE

• Regardless of experience, we provide specific training and ongoing development to all employees to ensure that knowledge and experience is applied consistently throughout the organization
• HR Credentials considered an asset (Chartered Professional in Human Resources)
• At least 5 years managing the HR functions of a business, or department
• Experience in the Investment Industry is preferred
• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, HR, or similar field of study
• Ability to work efficiently and accurately in a fast‑paced dynamic environment with a sharp eye for detail

COMPENSATION & POSITION DETAILS

• Salary range from $85,000 - $95,000 per annum
• This is a newly created role that is currently vacant
• We do not use AI in the screening of candidates

Note

This position is based at our Toronto office in the downtown core; occasional business travel to our Peterborough office is required.

This is an excellent opportunity to gain exposure to all aspects of an investment dealer and we are excited to hear from you. If this looks like the kind of role and company you’re up for, and you have the credentials and experience for this job, we invite you to submit a resume through LinkedIn.

This posting will remain open until a qualified candidate is hired. We thank all applicants who express an interest in this and other opportunities we have posted. We will be in touch with individuals whose profiles most closely match what is needed to be successful in this role.

Designed Securities Ltd. is an equal employer, and we are dedicated to fostering an inclusive and barrier‑free work environment for all employees and candidates. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply. If accommodation is required during any stage of the recruitment process, please let us know.