Join a supportive, progressive organization where you can contribute across a broad range of HR programs while making a meaningful difference in the field of education.

Why You Will Love This Organization

Our client is seeking a Human Resources Generalist to join its collaborative Human Resources team. This is an excellent opportunity for a resourceful and service-oriented HR professional who enjoys variety, values continuous improvement, and is committed to creating an equitable and inclusive employee experience.

Working in a hybrid environment, you will support employees and managers across the organization while contributing to recruitment, onboarding, performance management, employee programs, HR systems, workplace accommodations and broader HR initiatives.

What You Will Do

Reporting to the Human Resources Manager, you will serve as a trusted first point of contact for employees and managers, providing guidance on HR policies, procedures and programs. You will use sound judgment to resolve routine matters and escalate more complex issues when appropriate.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Support full-cycle recruitment, including job postings, resume screening, interview and assessment coordination, background checks, offers, candidate negotiations and onboarding
• Apply an equity and inclusion lens to recruitment and other HR processes to support fair, accessible and barrier-free practices
• Coordinate onboarding activities with internal departments and facilitate orientation sessions for new employees
• Respond to employee and manager questions and provide first-level guidance on HR policies, programs and workplace matters
• Support employee engagement, recognition, retention and exit-interview processes
• Assist with the annual performance management cycle, including documentation, employee communications and system support
• Prepare HR correspondence, including employment agreements, employment changes, salary adjustment letters, employment verification letters and secondment agreements
• Maintain accurate employee information within HR systems and generate regular and ad hoc reports
• Provide employees with training and support related to HRIS and attendance systems
• Assist with return-to-work plans, workplace accommodations and general disability-management inquiries
• Support the implementation and coordination of Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Accessibility initiatives
• Research relevant HR legislation and assist with policy development and updates to support organizational compliance
• Identify opportunities to improve HR programs, processes and operations
• Coordinate and contribute to a variety of HR projects and organizational initiatives

What You Will Bring

• A degree, postgraduate certificate or diploma in Human Resources or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Approximately three to five years of experience in an HR Generalist, HR Specialist or similar role
• Professional working proficiency in both French and English, with the ability to communicate effectively in both languages verbally and in writing would be a strong asset
• CHRP or CHRL designation, or progress toward a designation, considered an asset
• General knowledge of Ontario employment legislation, HR practices and guidelines
• Experience supporting recruitment, employee programs, HR administration and employee inquiries
• Knowledge of Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Accessibility principles and inclusive workplace practices
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport and work effectively with employees, managers, candidates and external partners
• Sound judgment, discretion and professionalism when working with confidential information and sensitive workplace matters
• Strong organizational, time-management and problem-solving abilities, with excellent attention to detail
• Proficiency with Microsoft 365 and experience working with HRIS platforms and other HR software
• A flexible, adaptable and collaborative approach, with a commitment to client service and continuous improvement

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary: $80-87k range annually
• Health benefits from day one
• OMERS pension plan
• Three weeks of annual vacation
• Hybrid work arrangement in midtown Toronto

JOB VACANCY STATUS

This role is currently vacant, and the organization is accepting applications with the intention to hire as soon as possible.

USE OF ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE – BY RECRUITERS & HIRING MANAGERS

At The Talent Company, people are at the center of our recruitment process. While we may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools for limited administrative purposes (such as writing creative outreach messages, summarizing interview notes or transcribing reference checks) AI is never the decision maker. Resumes and candidate information are personally reviewed by our recruiters, and all hiring decisions are made by people who bring judgment, care, and expertise to each match. If a client’s recruitment process involves a greater degree of AI use during their own interviews or assessments, we will communicate that to short-listed candidates so they are aware in advance. Our commitment is to use technology responsibly, while ensuring fairness, transparency, and respect at every stage of the process.

USE OF ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE – BY CANDIDATES

We recognize that candidates may choose to use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support their job search, for example, to refine writing style or gather research. While this can be appropriate, the information you provide in your resume, screening questions, and interviews must always be truthful and accurately reflect your own experience, knowledge, and competencies. AI should never be used to create or exaggerate credentials. Our goal is to understand the real you – your skills, your story, and your potential – so that we can make the best possible match between you and the organizations we serve.

ACCOMMODATION & INCLUSIVITY

At The Talent Company, we recognize the value of different perspectives and experiences in prompting innovation, sparking creativity, and solving problems. As an equal employment opportunity organization, we do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on race, Aboriginal peoples, members of visible minorities, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, persons with disabilities and all other categories protected by law.

We are committed to Equal Opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community. Please let us know by emailing recruitment@thetalent.co if an adjustment or adaptation is required at any stage to support you during the recruitment journey.