Human Resources Professional (Part Time, Contract)

Spearmint HR; Toronto; Remote; CAD 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Spearmint HR is seeking a part-time Human Resources Professional for a 12-month contract. The role involves providing HR support remotely, handling inquiries, ensuring compliance with HR legislation, and assisting with HR projects, with a commitment to a positive and ethical work environment.

Benefits

Competitive wages

Leadership, coaching, and mentorship

Training and structured onboarding

Qualifications

• Preferably 5+ years experience in HR support or advisory roles.
• Knowledge of Ontario and Canadian employee legislation.
• Successful work history in full-cycle human resources.

Responsibilities

• Provide HR guidance and support to clients through various communication channels.
• Manage recruitment processes, including job postings and interviews.
• Ensure compliance with HR practices and relevant laws.

Skills

Communication

Organizational Skills

Problem Solving

Client Relationship Management

Education

HR educational background

HR certification or designation

Tools

HRIS systems

Job description

Position : Human Resources Professional (Part-Time, Contract Role)

Location : Remote

Contractor Type : 12-month contract

Reports To : President

Start Date : July 2025

Who we are :

Spearmint HR is a Human Resources Outsourcing provider, providing remote or on-the-ground HR services to small and medium sized companies throughout Canada. We deliver results-oriented, flexible HR solutions and employee engagement services that mold to any of today’s organizational needs. We also provide on-demand HR advice to the employer community. Above all, we focus on bringing a personalized touch to outsourcing and strive to become a trusted and integral part of the teams we work with.

Our Culture

Spear is a female-lead, family company, and the people are what make it a special place to work. We take pride in the passion we bring to our jobs each day, and we take comfort in the positive work environment and feel-good culture.

We trust in each other to perform at our highest capacity and quality of work, and we employ people of trust to deliver dependable services. We are committed to taking an open and honest approach to every aspect of our business, from hiring through to continued development. Above all, we value and hire people of trust, transparency and talent. We fill our team with talented individuals that are genuinely motivated to do good work.

We are currently hiring for an Independent HR Contractor to take on new client needs and to be part of our remote HR Consulting Web Page. They will provide HR guidance and support to current clients and employers through our online communication channel. This role is a part-time, contract role providing support on an as-needed basis, approximately 10 hours per week.

Our Services :

• HR Outsourcing
• Payroll & Tax Support
• Benefits Administration
• Consulting & Project Services

The Ideal Candidate

• HR educational background preferred.
• HR certification or designation preferred.
• 5+ years experience, preferably in a support or advisory role.
• Looking for part-time work or to pick up ‘hours’ as needed.
• Experience managing HR for small and medium-sized companies.
• Knowledgeable in all Ontario and Canadian-based employee legislation.
• Successful work history in full-cycle human resources including recruiting, onboarding, training, policy development, benefits, payroll and terminations / layoffs.
• Experience working with HRIS systems.
• Confident handling phone calls.
• Demonstrates a high level of business maturity and decision-making skills.
• Personable, able to deal with a variety of people comfortably and pleasantly.
• Easily cultivates relationships with others.
• Exceptional oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational and planning skills.
• Works proactively with minimal supervision.
• Confidently handles client requests and provides quality solutions.
• Openly shares new ideas and information with team members.

Responsibilities

• Take on new Spearmint Client work including full-cycle human resources support.
• Build HR foundations for clients without any in-house HR to-date.
• Answer HR inquiries from our client employers and outside community.
• Handle inquiries, resolving issues, and ensuring compliance with HR practices.
• Provide clear and accurate information on HR policies, benefits, performance management, employee relations, conflict resolution, terminations, legislation and HR procedures to employers through phone, email or other communication channels.
• Stay informed about relevant HR laws and regulations and ensuring compliance within your designated area.
• Assist with HR projects, programs, and initiatives as needed.
• Handle client requests through responsiveness, follow-ups, and escalations.
• Able to handle sensitive employee or organizational information with discretion and confidentiality.
• Oversee recruiting process for current Spearmint clients including job descriptions, postings, resume reviews, phone screen interviews and reference checks.
• Maintain detailed records of inquiries, issues and resolutions.
• Maintain detailed records of hours of work using online time clocker.
• Provide employee support and handle various employee questions and requests.
• Full set-up of a range of HRIS systems for new clients.
• Work closely with HRIS systems and provide support to clients, as needed.
• Work in collaboration with client employers, HR managers, senior executives, and other HR professionals in order to best support client needs and ensure seamless HR operations.
• In-office visits to Spearmint clients, as needed.

Our Commitment to You

• An ethical, professional and fair work environment.
• A culture where employees feel respected, cared for and understand their contribution to success.
• Training and structured onboarding to set you up for success.
• Leadership, coaching and mentorship supporting a rewarding experience.
• Competitive wages.
• Incentives for making an outside customer an ongoing BrightMatter client

Spearmint HR is an equal opportunity employer and employs personnel without regard to race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, language, citizenship, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, family status, disability, physical and / or mental handicap or financial ability.

While remaining alert and sensitive to the issue of fair and equitable treatment for all, Spearmint HR is committed to helping individuals with disabilities participate in the workplace and ensure equal opportunity to compete for jobs. If you require accommodation, please email [emailprotected] for further assistance. Please note this email address is intended for use only to request accommodation as part of the application process. Any other correspondence will not receive a response.

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