Our client is an established, innovative organization with a strong reputation for delivering research, engineering, and technology solutions to national and international clients. They are seeking an experienced Human Resources Manager to lead the full HR function in a strategic yet hands-on capacity based out of their St. John's, NL head office. As the sole HR professional, this is a highly visible, permanent opportunity to shape people practices, strengthen workplace culture, and support long-term organizational objectives.

Key Responsibilities for the Job:

- Lead and manage day-to-day HR operations, serving as a trusted resource for employees and managers
- Develop, implement, and maintain HR policies, procedures, templates, and best practices

- Lead the organization's performance management process, including goal setting, reviews, calibration, and manager support
- Lead full-cycle recruitment in partnership with hiring managers
- Coordinate employee onboarding, orientation, documentation, system setup, and policy training

- Coordinate HR-related payroll activities, including employee changes, new hires, terminations, deductions, benefits information, and the payroll interface with the third-party payroll provider
- Coordinate health and safety initiatives, training, and career development activities
- Manage compensation structures, salary benchmarking, employee benefits, and the RRSP program to support competitive and equitable practices

- Prepare HR reports, analysis, surveys, and documentation for senior leadership
- Identify and coordinate funding opportunities for student employment
- Liaise with external recruitment partners, benefits providers, government agencies, professional HR associations, and internal Finance and IT teams as required

Experience & Attributes for Success:

- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources Management or a related field
- 5 - 10 years of progressive HR experience, including at least two years in a managerial or senior HR capacity




- Professional HR designation or certification is considered an asset
- Strong knowledge of Human resources principles and best practices
- Knowledge of employment legislation and workplace regulations
- Experience with compensation and benefits
- Proven understanding of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging.
- A confident and approachable leadership style with a genuine interest in supporting people and workplace culture
- High level of discretion and professionalism when handling confidential information

If interested in this opportunity, please apply online by clicking the Apply Now button.

To learn more about similar opportunities, the local job market, or to discuss your career interests, please contact Lori-Lydia Loveless, Senior Recruitment Consultant at [email protected].

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Administrative Staffing is committed to promoting diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We believe that it is essential for workforces to reflect the communities they serve, where everyone feels included and valued. We promote environments that value and respect all individuals, regardless of their race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, age, ability, religion, or any other personal characteristic.

We encourage applications from underrepresented groups including African Canadians, Indigenous/Aboriginal People, Racially Visible Persons, Women, Persons with Disabilities, and 2SLGBTQ+ Persons.

Self-identification is encouraged but not required during the application process and accommodations can be requested during the recruitment process. If accommodations are needed during the assessment process, such as an interview or testing, please let us know and we will make arrangements to meet your needs.

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