Head of Human Resources

Permanent: $130-150k

Hybrid: 4x on-site (Downtown Toronto)

Required Skills and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.

• 5+ years of progressive Human Resources experience, with at least 2 years in a senior leadership or people management capacity.

• Previous HR experience within the financial services, investment management, wealth management, or asset management industry.

• Solid knowledge of talent management, employee relations, performance management, compensation, benefits, and organizational development.

• In-depth knowledge of Ontario's Employment Standards Act and other relevant employment legislation.

• Exceptional interpersonal, communication, and leadership skills.

• Ability to balance strategic HR initiatives with hands-on execution in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

Proven ability to partner with senior leaders and provide guidance on people-related matters.

Nice to Have Skills & Experience

Nice to Have Skills and Experience:

• CHRP or CHRL designation.

Job Description

Insight Global is looking for a Head of Human Resources for an investment company in Downtown Toronto. This hybrid role requires four days per week on-site and will lead the HR function for a team of over 100 professionals. The Head of HR will be responsible for developing and executing people strategies that support business objectives, enhance employee engagement, and foster a high-performing culture.

This individual will serve as a trusted advisor to senior leadership while overseeing all core HR functions, including employee relations, performance management, compensation and benefits, compliance, talent development, and organizational effectiveness.



The successful candidate will be a hands-on HR leader with financial services experience and the ability to operate both strategically and operationally. The Head of HR will also manage one direct report.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute HR strategies that align with organizational goals and support business growth.

• Partner with senior leadership to provide guidance on workforce planning, employee engagement, succession planning, and organizational development.

• Lead employee relations initiatives, providing coaching and support on performance management, conflict resolution, disciplinary matters, and workplace concerns.

• Oversee compensation and benefits programs, including market benchmarking, annual compensation reviews, and total rewards initiatives.

• Manage and continuously improve performance management processes to drive accountability, development, and business results.

• Champion a positive and inclusive workplace culture through employee engagement and retention initiatives.

• Ensure compliance with all applicable Ontario and Canadian employment laws and regulations, updating policies and practices as required.

• Support talent acquisition activities as needed, with a primary focus on intern/co-op and new graduate recruiting programs.

• Develop HR policies, procedures, and best practices that support the employee lifecycle.

Lead and mentor the HR team while acting as a trusted resource for employees and leadership across the organization.

We may use artificial intelligence tools to assist with the screening, assessment, or selection of potential applicants for this position.

Vacancy: This posting is for a currently vacant role, and the successful candidate will be hired into an existing open position.

📌 Head of Human Resources (Canada)
🏢 Insight Global
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