Human Resources Manager

Ottawa, Ontario | Onsite | Full time

Search Wizards is recruiting a Human Resources Manager for our client in Ottawa. This hands-on role will manage day-to-day HR delivery and build practical policies, processes and systems as the business grows.

Working with a part-time HR support resource, you will be the main HR contact for the Ottawa operation and coordinate with international stakeholders: HR teams in Denmark and Mexico, the UK COO and the U.S. legal team. Strong communication and follow-through are central to the role.

Responsibilities

- Manage daily HR operations in Ottawa, providing practical guidance to managers and employees and coordinating work with the part-time HR support resource.
- Develop and maintain HR policies, procedures, SOPs and employee records; identify gaps and improve workflows as the function develops.
- Coordinate recruitment, onboarding, offboarding, performance management and workforce planning with business leaders.
- Maintain HRIS data and coordinate payroll inputs, employee changes and benefits administration with Finance and service providers, supporting accuracy and timely delivery.
- Manage employee relations, workplace investigations, accommodations and other HR matters, involving legal counsel or specialists where needed.
- Apply Ontario employment requirements, including the Employment Standards Act, Ontario Human Rights Code, Occupational Health and Safety Act and Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act; maintain relevant policies and workplace safety procedures.
- Serve as the HR point of contact for international teams and stakeholders, coordinating requests and following up with local HR, executives, legal teams and providers on jurisdiction-specific matters.
- Support compensation reviews, benefits programs and workforce planning using market information, employee data and business needs.
- Maintain confidential HR information, reliable reporting and appropriate data-handling practices,



including applicable privacy requirements such as PIPEDA and GDPR where relevant.
- Coordinate specialist matters, such as international contractors, Employer of Record arrangements, employee mobility and equity or share plans, with Finance, legal and external advisers as needed.

Qualifications

- 5–7+ years of progressive HR experience, including hands-on operations and increasing responsibility for HR programs or service delivery.
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, International Business, Law or a related field.
- CHRP or CHRL designation required.
- Strong working knowledge of Ontario employment legislation and experience handling employee relations, investigations and sensitive HR matters.
- Practical experience with HRIS, payroll coordination, benefits administration, HR policies and employee records.
- Strong, clear and concise written and verbal communication, with the ability to explain HR matters and work effectively with managers, employees and external stakeholders.
- Sound judgment, organization and problem-solving skills; able to manage priorities independently within a small HR team.
- Ability to work onsite in Ottawa, Ontario.

Preferred Experience

- International HR exposure or experience coordinating with colleagues and advisers in other countries is a strong asset.
- Experience building or improving HR processes, supporting dispersed teams, or working with international benefits, contractors, EOR providers, equity plans or employee mobility is an asset.
- GPHR designation, familiarity with cross-border privacy requirements, or an MBA or master’s degree is an asset.

Pay Range

- Compensation: $90K - $100K/yr
- Equity Incentive: Enrollment in Global Share Option Plan
- Health & Wellness: Comprehensive Health & Dental Plan
- Onsite Perks: Access to Onsite Fitness Center / Gym and Designated Onsite Parking

Search Wizards is an equal opportunity employer. Search Wizards connects talented professionals with meaningful career opportunities and offers a competitive benefits package and ongoing professional development.

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📌 Human Resources Manager (Ottawa)
🏢 Search Wizards
📍 Ottawa