Human Resources Generalist

Are you a driven, people-focused HR professional looking for your next big opportunity? We’re hiring an HR Generalist for our partnered client in Pickering . This is a dynamic onsite role (4 days per week) , with time split between two Durham locations. Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment and have a passion for employee relations ? If you bring 2+ years of experience as a standalone HR Generalist or 3-5 years within a collaborative HR team , this could be your chance to make a real impact. We’re looking for a proactive problem solver who can lead employee engagement initiatives and drive best practices . You’ll work closely with the HR Lead and key stakeholders , supporting strategic decisions that shape the workplace culture. Ready to grow your career in a stable, rapidly evolving organization ? Let’s talk! What You’ll Do:

• Provide day-to-day HR support to managers and employees.
• Mitigate risk by analyzing incidents and applying Canadian HR regulations.
• Develop and implement innovative HR policies and improve existing best practices.
• Partner on recruitment strategies (minimal sourcing – less than 10%).
• Ensure compliance with Ontario employment standards and labour legislation.
• Drive employee engagement, recognition programs , and training initiatives .
• Act as a trusted advisor on employee relations, coaching, and issue resolution .
• Maintain accurate HR documentation and filing systems.

• CHRP designation (mandatory) – Background check required.
• 2+ years in a standalone HR Generalist role or 3-5 years in a team-based HR environment .
• Startup or HR department-building experience is a bonus.
• Proven success with retention strategies and managing employee lifecycle processes.
• Hands-on experience in recruitment and onboarding .
• Strong understanding of Ontario employment law, ESA, and Canada Labour Code .
• A diploma or degree in HR or a related field.
• Exceptional project management, multitasking, and communication skills.