HR Manager - 16 Month Term

As the HR Manager, you will be the cornerstone of the firm's HR operations. You will act as a strategic partner to the firm's leadership, providing expert guidance on all aspects of human resources, including employee relations, talent acquisition and retention, performance management, and policy development. This role requires a proactive and hands-on leader who can balance strategic initiatives with day-to-day operational demands. Your expertise will be crucial in fostering a positive, inclusive, and high-performance work environment that aligns with the firm's values and business objectives. This is an exceptional role for a seasoned professional in the human resources field to apply their skills in a sophisticated and intellectually stimulating setting.

If that sounds like you - we would love to hear from you!

All Applications are fully confidential - We encourage all passive job seekers to reach out to us and make a connection!

Advantages
- Opportunity to work within a highly respected and established law firm.
- Engage in a strategic, high-impact human resources role for an 18-month contract period.
- Competitive compensation package commensurate with experience with fully company paid benefits.
- Gain invaluable experience in the professional legal services industry.
- Work in a collaborative and professional environment in Winnipeg, Manitoba.
- Parking available for a fee

Responsibilities
- Serve as the primary point of contact for all human resources matters within the firm.
- Manage and resolve complex employee relations issues, conducting effective, thorough, and objective investigations.
- Oversee the full-cycle recruitment process for legal and administrative staff, from sourcing and interviewing to offers and onboarding.
- Develop, recommend, and implement personnel policies and procedures; prepare and maintain the employee handbook.
- Administer compensation and benefits programs, ensuring they are competitive and compliant with legal requirements.
- Guide and support management in performance management processes, including goal setting, reviews, and professional development planning.
- Ensure legal compliance throughout all human resources functions, staying current with changes in Manitoba employment legislation.
- Analyze trends in compensation and benefits; research and propose competitive base and incentive pay programs to ensure the organization attracts and retains top talent.
- Provide day-to-day performance management guidance to line management (e.g., coaching, counseling, career development, disciplinary actions).
- Manage HRIS data and records, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality, and prepare reports for senior management.
- Develop and implement employee engagement and wellness initiatives to foster a positive workplace culture.
- Coordinate and manage employee leave policies, including maternity, parental, and disability leaves.

Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
- A minimum of 5-7 years of progressive experience in a senior human resources generalist or HR Manager role.
- CPHR (Chartered Professional in Human Resources) designation is strongly preferred.
- Experience working in a professional services firm, with experience in a law firm considered a significant asset.
- Demonstrated experience managing complex employee relations issues.
- Proven ability to work independently and as part of a leadership team.
- Excellent organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Strategic and critical thinking abilities, with a focus on problem-solving and sound judgment.
- A high degree of professionalism, integrity, and ethical conduct.

Summary
All information and resumes received will be treated with strict confidentiality!


Ways to apply:

- Apply directly on this site
- Go to our website at www.randstad.ca, create a profile and apply directly
- Email your resume to lena.vincent@randstad.ca and include the title of the position in the subject line.

We thank all applicants for their interest in this position and only those selected for interviews will be contacted.

Randstad Canada is committed to fostering a workforce reflective of all peoples of Canada. As a result, we are committed to developing and implementing strategies to increase the equity, diversity and inclusion within the workplace by examining our internal policies, practices, and systems throughout the entire lifecycle of our workforce, including its recruitment, retention and advancement for all employees. In addition to our deep commitment to respecting human rights, we are dedicated to positive actions to affect change to ensure everyone has full participation in the workforce free from any barriers, systemic or otherwise, especially equity-seeking groups who are usually underrepresented in Canada's workforce, including those who identify as women or non-binary/gender non-conforming; Indigenous or Aboriginal Peoples; persons with disabilities (visible or invisible) and; members of visible minorities, racialized groups and the LGBTQ2+ community.

Randstad Canada is committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible workplace for all its candidates and employees by supporting their accessibility and accommodation needs throughout the employment lifecycle. We ask that all job applications please identify any accommodation requirements by sending an email to accessibility@randstad.ca to ensure their ability to fully participate in the interview process.