Senior Manager, HR

Insight Global; Toronto; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A Financial Services client is seeking a strategic Head of Human Resources in Toronto, Ontario. In this role, you will oversee critical HR functions including talent acquisition, performance management, and compliance efforts. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources and a minimum of 5 years of progressive HR experience. The role emphasizes leadership and a commitment to fostering an inclusive workplace culture, ensuring the people strategy aligns with business objectives.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive HR experience, with leadership experience.
• Strong knowledge of employment laws and HR best practices.
• Proven experience in strategic HR planning and execution.

Responsibilities

• Oversee talent acquisition and employee engagement.
• Manage performance and ensure compliance.
• Align people strategy with business objectives.

Skills

Leadership

Strong communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Strategic planning

Understanding of employment laws

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or related field

CHRP Designation

Job description

Job Description

We are seeking a strategic Head of Human Resources to join one of our Financial Services clients. This role will oversee talent acquisition, employee engagement, performance management, and compliance, ensuring our people strategy aligns with business objectives. The ideal candidate will be a trusted advisor to leadership and a champion for a positive, inclusive workplace culture.

We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to [e-mail] learn more about how we collect, keep, and process your private information, please review Insight Global's Workforce Privacy Policy: https://insightglobal.com/workforce-privacy-policy/.

Skills and Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field, and CHRP Designation
• 5+ years of progressive HR experience, with at least some experience in a leadership role.
• Strong knowledge of employment laws and HR best practices.
• Proven experience in strategic HR planning and execution.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Experience in financial services or highly regulated industries.