We’re looking for a Manager, People Operations to join our People & Culture team at INNOCEAN Canada!If you’re ‘people-first’ and are energized by creating smooth, thoughtful employee experiences - the kind of person who’s as comfortable running a recognition program or managing a performance cycle as they are creating a report or troubleshooting an HRIS issue - this role was made for you!This is a hands-on Manager role at the centre of our People & Culture team. You’ll work closely with our VP of People & Culture to bring our people programs to life, manage the day-to-day of our operations, and make sure the systems, processes, and culture that support our people are always running at their best. You’ll also mentor and guide our People Operations Specialist, together you two are the engine that keeps everything humming.The RoleAs an Explorer, you’ll exemplify our values: courage, curiosity, ambition, and integrity.Reporting to the VP, People & Culture, you are the operational and cultural heartbeat of the People team. You’re the person who turns good intentions into working programs, keeps our platforms running smoothly, and makes sure our people feel as supported on day 1,000 as they did on day one. You balance warmth and efficiency, strategy and execution — and you love doing it.You’ll manage our People Operations Specialist, and together you’ll own the full spectrum of people operations. You’ll also collaborate closely with the VP on culture, engagement, and manager-facing programs — and with General Affairs and the social team to bring our in-person culture moments to life.What your typical day will look likeOwn and administer our core people platforms — BambooHR, ADP, and our Teams People Channel — keeping data clean, processes tight, and employees well-supportedTogether with your People Operations Specialist, oversee benefits administration, payroll processing, HRIS data integrity, HR reportingFront line manager on our policies and health & safety compliancePartner with the VP to design and deliver employee listening and engagement programs — including surveys, pulse checks,



and recognition initiatives — and translate results into actionSupport and facilitate goal-setting and performance management cycles — coordinating timelines, guiding managers through the process, and keeping everything on trackCollaborate with the VP to support our Manager Development program, from coordinating training sessions to building out resources that help our managers lead wellManage the People Operations Specialist day-to-day — providing direction, support, and development as they own their areas of workChampion continuous improvement across our people processes, always looking for ways to make the employee experience smoother and more meaningfulWork with General Affairs and the social team to co-create and execute cultural events and moments that bring our values to life in the workplaceTake on special projects as assigned by the VP — from research and benchmarking to program builds and one-off initiativesThe Knowledge and Experience you bring5+ years of progressive experience in People & Culture, HR, or People OperationsPost-secondary education in Human Resources, Business, or a related field; CHRP or CHRL is an assetHands-on experience with BambooHR and ADP (Workforce Now preferred); comfort owning and troubleshooting HRIS platformsSolid knowledge of benefits administration, HR policies, and employment standards in OntarioExperience supporting or running performance management and engagement programsExperience managing or mentoring others — you know how to support someone’s growth while keeping deliverables on trackBilingualism is an asset, proudly tell us what languages you bring!The Skills and Qualities that make you stand outYou’re a People & Culture person at heart — you see every system, program, and process as an prospect to improve someone’s experience at workYou’re a natural operator: organized, proactive,



and able to hold multiple workstreams without losing momentum or detailsYou’re a trusted collaborator — whether you’re working alongside the VP on a new program or partnering with General Affairs on a culture event, you show up as a reliable, easy-to-work-with teammateYou lead with warmth and professionalism, and the people you manage feel genuinely supported by youYou’re comfortable owning platforms and tools, and you take pride in keeping data accurate and processes cleanYou communicate clearly and adapt your style to your audience — from a policy update to a survey results presentation to a one-on-one check-inYou handle sensitive information with total discretion and a deep sense of integrityAnd yes — ATTENTION TO DETAIL. From payroll inputs to policy wording to engagement program logistics, the details in this work matter enormously to real people’s lives and careersAbove all, you’re curious, optimistic, and a genuinely good human who makes the people around you betterWhat you’ll love about working at INNOCEAN CanadaPeople-first and Inclusive of all — we’re proud to be recognized by ‘Great Places to Work’ FIVE years in a row and counting - overall, as well as for youth, inclusion, and as a Best Place to Work for WomenFlexible hybrid work set up (2 days in winter; 3 days in summer)with an awesome space at King Street West for collaboration and team get-togethersGenerous time off plus an end of year winter break; our people also get extra days off when they reach key work milestones!Your Wellbeing is all-important — full benefits coverage, flex spending account, RRSPs, confidential individual counseling, and paid personal daysLearning and development fund, and coaching and mentorship in your day-to-day to fuel your growthTarget Salary: $70,000-$75,000 CADAdditional information:This is an active, approved role.Our recruitment team may use AI-assisted tools to help identify and review candidate applications based on job-related requirements and qualifications. All hiring decisions are made by humans.INNOCEAN Canada is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity, inclusion, and teamwork. We encourage all qualified applicants to inquire below. Any disability-related needs will be accommodated throughout the recruitment process.

📌 Manager People Operations - C$70,000 - C$75,000 A Year (Mississauga)
🏢 INNOCEAN Canada
📍 Mississauga