Senior HR Manager

ActiveState Software Inc.; Vancouver; Remote; CAD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior HR Manager to lead their HR function and drive initiatives that enhance organizational effectiveness. This pivotal role involves managing culture-building initiatives, performance management, and employee relations while ensuring that HR practices align with the company’s values. The ideal candidate will thrive in a dynamic, remote-first environment and bring a wealth of experience in HR best practices across both Canadian and US landscapes. Join a collaborative team committed to fostering an inclusive workplace culture and driving impactful people strategies.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Remote work opportunities

Collaborative team environment

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive HR experience in Canadian and US environments.
• Strong knowledge of employment laws and HR best practices.
• Experience in SaaS or technology industry.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement HR initiatives aligned with company goals.
• Manage employee onboarding and offboarding processes.
• Ensure compliance with Canadian and US labor laws.

Skills

HR Management

Employee Relations

Performance Management

HR Policies Development

Compliance Knowledge

Analytical Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources

Master’s degree or HR certification

Tools

HRIS systems

Microsoft Office Suite

Google Workspace

Job description

Senior HR Manager

Department: G & A

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Vancouver

Reporting To: Jacqueline Winter

Compensation: $100,000 - $140,000 / year

Description

ActiveState is seeking a skilled Senior HR Manager to manage all aspects of our HR function. This role is responsible for driving HR initiatives, enhancing organizational effectiveness and is critical in fostering a high-performing, inclusive, and engaged workplace culture that supports our mission to deliver innovative solutions to our customers.

Reporting to the CFO, you will manage culture-building initiatives, performance management, compliance and employee relations. You will act as a trusted advisor to leadership and a champion for employees, ensuring that HR policies and practices align with the company’s goals and values.

This position is available to remote workers anywhere in Western North America.

We are a group of dynamic and ego-less people and we are looking for individuals who challenge the status quo and bring fresh ideas to the table. We mentor and support each other, with the goal of building a strong collaborative team. If you have a great idea, then we want to know about it.

ActiveState has a long history of success, and the ideal candidate will be joining at a pivotal time as we accelerate our next chapter of growth by leveraging our technical core competencies and brand with the ActiveState Platform.

As a results-driven, hands-on HR professional, you bring a demonstrated ability to execute impactful people strategies within dynamic, fast-paced organizations. You have a deep sense of ownership and are highly accountable, with strong attention to detail. You thrive in environments that require adaptability and creativity, and you are always looking for ways to enhance effectiveness and employee engagement. You have a deep understanding of HR best practices and regulations in Canada and the US

You are approachable, empathetic, and solutions-oriented, with a natural ability to balance employee needs and business goals. Your experience in a remote-first SaaS or tech industry gives you unique insights into the challenges and opportunities of supporting a dynamic, innovative team.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement HR initiatives that align with our core values and goals, and enhance employee performance, engagement and business outcomes
• Develop, implement and manage best practice HR policies, processes and procedures balancing company objectives and compliance requirements while providing a great employee experience and achieving business outcomes
• Evolve HR policies and procedures to reflect company values
• Design and implement ongoing employee training and awareness programs on company values
• Design and manage full cycle performance review and calibration programs, including goal setting, employee development plans and manager training
• Develop career path frameworks, including job family mapping, to ensure all employees have clear and achievable growth opportunities
• Manage all aspects of employee onboarding and offboarding, with a continuous improvement mindset
• Design and manage employee engagement and recognition initiatives that support company values and business outcomes
• Manage and optimize HR systems and tools, identifying opportunities for automation and process improvement to enhance efficiency and effectiveness
• Develop and implement initiatives to promote an equitable, diverse and inclusive workplace culture
• Manage and administer best practice compensation (including system administration), benefits and rewards programs to attract, motivate and retain top talent
• Develop and present regular reports to leadership on HR initiatives and their impact, including tracking and reporting on key metrics
• Stay updated on industry trends and best practices and recommend opportunities for improvement
• Ensure ActiveState complies with all Canadian and US labour laws, regulations and reporting requirements, proactively addressing HR related legal and compliance issues.
• Serve as a point of contact for employees, addressing concerns and fostering open communication
• Other responsibilities as assigned

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field
• Master’s degree or HR certification (e.g., SHRM-CP, PHR) is a plus
• 10+ years of progressive HR experience, with experience in both Canadian and US operating environments
• Strong knowledge of Canadian and US employment and labour laws, regulations, and best practices
• Experience in the SaaS or technology industry and remote-first environment
• Proficiency with HRIS systems and tools; familiarity with modern tech and remote work tools is a plus
• Highly proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, Google Workspace, and digital document management tools
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Detail-oriented with a proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Empathetic, approachable, and solution-oriented
• Strong leadership and team-building capabilities
• Analytical mindset with a data-driven approach to problem-solving
• Comfortable with change and capable of pivoting quickly in dynamic work settings

About ActiveState

ActiveState has a collaborative, respectful, and professional culture. We’re all about working together to find the best solutions, and making sure that the experience of doing so is positive for everyone involved. There is a commitment from the CEO on down to making work at ActiveState a great experience for all.

Our Company is a team of 60+ and growing. We maintain a set of core, overlapping hours, but we’re flexible with specific start and end times and are understanding about appointments and life events.

We exist to enable teams to improve their security posture and increase developer productivity so they can deliver secure, working applications faster using a single, integrated platform that tames open source complexities

Our vision is to free organizations to create, maintain, and share software without limits. Our mission is to deliver open source management at scale.

Delivering an integrated, end-to-end platform, combined with a customer-obsessed team, ActiveState equips businesses with the speed and confidence they need to achieve their goals.

Please submit your contact info, resume, and cover letter below.

We are committed to creating a welcoming environment for everyone at ActiveState and we welcome applicants from all walks of life. Even if you don’t feel you meet every exact requirement, we still would love to hear from you and why you think you would be an awesome addition to our team and we encourage you to apply.