Director of Human Resources

This boutique firm is looking for a person who will play a strategic role in supporting the performance and cohesion of an administrative team and professionals within the firm as Director of Human Resources. This person is responsible for structuring, developing and optimizing human resources management practices in line with the organization's vision and values. She/he acts as a business partner with management and employees to ensure the achievement of organizational objectives. The position aims to create a healthy, inclusive, efficient and sustainable work environment for all the firm's staff.

Tasks
-Lead the firm's human resources management activities, ranging from hiring, onboarding administrative staff (legal assistants and support teams) as well as compliance with internal policies and termination management for all staff.
-Develop, update and ensure the application of HR policies and practices, ensuring legal compliance, pay equity and diversity, equity and inclusion principles.
-Ensure the complete staffing activities for all administrative staff (legal assistants and support teams) and be the point of contact for external employment agencies.
-Ensure the smooth running of the internship course process, in conjunction with the internship course committee.
-Participate in the reception and integration of professionals, students and interns with the Director of Talent.
-Ensure the complete management of administrative staff (assistants and support teams), including schedules, vacation, leave, absences, coaching, training and salary management.
-Provide an advisory role, as required, for salary evaluations of legal staff, in collaboration with the Director of Talent.
-Coordinate and lead performance evaluation processes for all administrative staff (legal assistants and support teams) and recommend appropriate development plans.
-Manage compensation and benefits programs (group insurance, RRSP, health account, parental leave and disability) in collaboration with the finance department and external partners.
-Supervise labour relations, including disciplinary issues, conflicts, sensitive issues and support for managers and associates.
-Provide an advisory role to the Managing Partner, the Executive Committee and other departments, contributing to the structuring of teams and the optimization of processes.
-Plan and organize internal events that promote team mobilization and cohesion (retreats for administrative staff, week for administrative support staff, recognition activities and well-being initiatives).

Desired profile
-Bachelor's degree in industrial relations, human resources management or a related field;
-Member of the Ordre des CRHA/CRIA (asset);
-Minimum of 7 years of relevant experience as a Human Resources Director;
-Experience in a professional services firm or in a legal environment;
-Demonstrated experience in managing multidisciplinary teams;
-Recognized leadership, managerial courage, ability to manage change, sense of organization, autonomy and excellent management of priorities;
-Ability to influence, mobilize and integrate stakeholders, rigor, sense of ethics, confidentiality and discernment;
-Ability to handle sensitive situations with tact and diplomacy;
-Ability to work in close collaboration with management and the various functions of the firm;
-Good command of common technological tools (Intranet, Office 365);
-Excellent command of French, both oral and written, and basic English.

Conditions
-A permanent, full-time position;
-A hybrid position (3 days in person);
-A competitive salary;
-A group insurance program;
-An employee assistance program;
-An RRSP program with employer contribution;
-An annual wellness allowance;
-4 weeks of vacation per year.

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