Manager, Human Resources

Becker County; Toronto; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services firm in Toronto is seeking a Manager of Human Resources to oversee various HR functions including recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, and payroll support. The ideal candidate will have 2–4 years of HR experience, strong organizational skills, and a commitment to promoting an inclusive workplace culture. This role offers a chance to contribute to a team dedicated to family empowerment and operational excellence.

Benefits

Inclusive work environment

Professional development opportunities

Engagement in social initiatives

Qualifications

• 2–4 years of HR experience, preferably in a generalist role.
• Knowledge of employment standards and HR best practices.
• Experience with recruitment and employee relations.

Responsibilities

• Support hiring managers with job postings and candidate communications.
• Coordinate reference checks and background verification.
• Assist in payroll and benefits administration.

Skills

HR experience

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Confidentiality

Project management

Education

Post-secondary education in HR or related field

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

Overview

Join Prime Quadrant – Empowering Families for the Future

Prime Quadrant serves more than 225 Ultra-Affluent families across North America and consults on CA$23+ billion in assets. Our mission is to empower families for the future and assist them across the full range of their financial, social, and human capital needs. Our culture is the Prime Quadrant PATH – we are Purposeful, Authentic, Tenacious and Humble. Our shared values were created by our team, for our team. We are centered around striving for excellence for both ourselves and our industry.

Prime Quadrant is proud to be designated one of the Best Workplaces in Canada for the period of Oct. 2024 to Oct. 2025. Our people care deeply and passionately about the work they are doing and share the same goals. We are deeply grateful for the work we are privileged to do, the wonderful families we are fortunate to serve, and the exceptional team around us. We take pride in our team being dedicated to creating a work environment built on trust, inclusivity, and resilience.

To learn more about Prime Quadrant, please visit the company website.

Position Purpose

The Manager, Human Resources supports the full scope of HR functions, including recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, payroll and benefits, compliance, and culture initiatives. Serving as a key point of contact for employees and managers, this role ensures smooth HR operations, promotes engagement, and upholds Prime Quadrant’s PATH values—Purposeful, Authentic, Tenacious, and Humble.

Specific Accountabilities

• Support hiring managers with job postings, initial screenings, and candidate communications
• Coordinate reference checks and background verification
• Prepare and manage employment agreements and onboarding documentation
• Oversee established onboarding process
• Coordinate the intern program & funding
• Serve as a point of contact for employee inquiries and HR-related concerns
• Coordinate regular HR check-ins and feedback sessions
• Maintain confidentiality and compliance with internal policies and employment law
• Ensure adherence to company policies, including outside activities and conflict of interest disclosures
• Support health and safety compliance and reporting structures
• Assist and eventually manage benefits enrollment and updates including liaising with benefit providers in Canada and the US
• Assist with payroll and compensation tracking including managing payroll administrators in Canada and the US
• Contribute to Culture & Engagement activities led by the Social Committee
• Support internal communications and deliver training resources around HR programs and updates
• Promote Prime Quadrant’s PATH values—Purposeful, Authentic, Tenacious, and Humble
• Participate in HR budget reviews and planning meetings
• Participate in setting annual objectives, goals, and projects for the HR function
• Collaborate with external HR advisors and consultants as needed
• Coordinate coaching & leadership training schedule

Knowledge, Skills & Technical Ability

• Post-secondary education in Human Resources, Business Administration, Organizational Behaviour, or a related field; CHRP designation (or working towards) is an asset
• 2–4 years of HR experience, preferably in a generalist or coordinator capacity
• Knowledge of employment standards, HR best practices, and health & safety compliance
• Experience with recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, payroll support, and benefits administration
• Program owner mindset with strong organizational and project management skills with the ability to adapt to changing priorities
• Reputation as a “good listener”; able to build trust, serve as a reliable point of contact for employees and managers and action feedback thoughtfully
• High level of professionalism, discretion, and ability to maintain confidentiality
• Proficiency with MS Office Suite; experience with HRIS systems is an asset
• Preferred qualification: comfortable using data to measure progress and success of HR programs

Workplace Requirements and Conditions

• Location: 2 St. Clair Avenue East, Suite 800, Toronto, Ontario
• Occasional travel, as required

We thank all candidates in advance. Please note, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Prime Quadrant welcomes applications from all qualified individuals, including, but not limited to women, persons with disabilities, visible minorities (racialized), aboriginal (Indigenous) persons and persons of any gender identity and sexual orientation. Discovery is committed to a positive, supportive, and inclusive environment.