People Practice Specialist (Remote - Ontario)

BrightIron; Ontario; Remote; CAD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the tech startup sector is seeking a talented HR professional to support their People Practice. This role involves developing HR processes, enhancing employee experiences, and collaborating with teams to foster a positive culture. Ideal for those with HR experience who thrive in dynamic environments.

Qualifications

• 4-6 years of HR experience in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.
• Experience with student and full-time recruitment and university relations.
• Understanding of compliance issues in Ontario, Canada.

Responsibilities

• Partner with the People Practice Leader to develop HR processes.
• Support employees and leaders on policy and problem-solving.
• Collaborate with the Finance Team on payroll data.

Skills

Communication

Project Management

Relationship Building

Education

Bachelor's degree in business or human resources

Tools

BambooHR

Rippling

Hi Bob

Job description

BrightIron is excited to grow the People Practice, and we are looking for a talented and budding HR professional to work with our People Practice Leader. This person will help build the practice and work with several startups to develop their HR foundation and serve their HR needs.

About You :

• You consider yourself a go-getter, self-driven, and customer-focused. You have enough experience to work independently but also seek support, mentorship, and guidance from a seasoned HR leader.
• Your experience in a growing, fast-paced HR environment makes you a great partner in providing a seamless employee experience.
• You have a people-first mindset, focused on creating positive employee experiences and an inclusive culture.
• You are project and program delivery driven, with excellent planning and time management skills.
• You are a strong and clear communicator who keeps stakeholders informed.
• You are a natural relationship builder, capable of building trust.

This role is ideal for someone with some HR experience who loves startups but isn’t ready to be the sole HR person yet.

The Opportunity :

• Partner with the People Practice Leader to develop and execute HR operational processes and services, focusing on employee lifecycle, data, and integrity.
• Support employees, leaders, and teams on policy, programs, processes, legislation, and problem-solving to provide effective solutions.
• Become a technology super-user, identifying ways to optimize and automate processes while ensuring data accuracy.
• Support the implementation and maintenance of HR programs and initiatives based on client needs.
• Participate in planning and executing team events and initiatives to foster a culture of celebration and belonging.
• Collaborate with the Finance Team on payroll data, processes, and information flow.
• Contribute to knowledge articles shared with clients and the public.

What We Are Looking For :

• Bachelor's degree or college diploma in business or human resources.
• 4-6 years of HR experience in a fast-paced, high-growth environment, preferably in tech.
• Experience supporting scaling organizations through rapid growth.
• Experience with student and full-time recruitment and university relations.
• Experience developing onboarding and offboarding programs.
• Understanding of compliance issues in Ontario, Canada, and employee handbook development.
• Technologically proficient with ability to learn new software and platforms quickly.
• Experience with HR systems like BambooHR, Rippling, Hi Bob, or similar.
• Experience administering benefits, supporting open enrollment, and assisting employees.
• Ability to handle sensitive information professionally and discreetly.
• Experience managing performance and employee relations issues.
• A positive attitude and a passion for learning and growth.

About BrightIron :

BrightIron provides finance, HR, and GTM services to tech startups. Founded to support entrepreneurs, BrightIron allows founders to focus on growing their business. With over 10 years of experience partnering with early and mid-stage tech startups, we help them achieve their objectives.

Our team of experts, with real-world startup experience, offers tailored solutions and can scale with our clients, acting as a one-stop-shop for finance, HR, and GTM needs.

Visit https://brightiron.com/ to learn more! You can also Meet the Team!

Note : BrightIron operates fully remotely but may require travel to client offices occasionally.