Human Resources Manager

HR Manager, Canada Milton, ON (hybrid - 3 days onsite) MacDonald Search Group is a national permanent placement recruiting firm and we recruit on behalf of hiring companies. We are currently recruiting on behalf of a North American manufacturer and they are on the hunt for an experienced HR Manager to assume a standalone HR position for the Canadian operations. This role serves as a strategic HR partner to business leaders while acting as the subject matter expert on Canadian employment legislation, compliance, employee relations, and HR governance - the compliance skillset will be a priority. Please note: this will start as a 12 month maternity contract with potential to become permanent based on strong performance. Some of what you will do in this role includes: HR Business Partnership Canadian Employment Law Employee Relations Compliance & Risk Management Policy Development Workforce Planning Change Management Leadership Coaching HR Process Improvement HRIS & HR Operations Success in this role will include: Reduced HR compliance risk across Canadian operations. Consistent application of HR policies and processes. Improved HR operational efficiency and governance. Strong partnerships between HR and business leadership. You should have the following in your background to apply: 5+ years of senior HR experience. Bachelor’s degree is mandatory - in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related discipline. A deep understanding of federal and provincial employment laws. Ability to build scalable HR processes that support business growth, minimize risk, and enhance the employee experience. CHRP/CHRL designation considered an asset. 5-10+ years of progressive HR experience. Strong knowledge of Canadian employment legislation across multiple provinces. Experience supporting employee relations, investigations, workforce planning, and organizational change. Proven ability to develop HR policies, compliance frameworks, and operational processes. Experience partnering with Payroll, HRIS, Legal, and senior leadership teams. Strong communication, coaching, and stakeholder management skills. What's in it for you? Annual base salary (110-125K based on experience) 20% company bonus 3 weeks vacation Comprehensive group benefits plan RRSP matching program If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, please apply online. MacDonald Search Group is committed to diversity in hiring and more information on our EDI policy can be found on our website. All applications are considered and reviewed by a human. Not all applicants will be contacted.

Act as a strategic HR partner and subject matter expert on Canadian employment legislation and compliance for Canadian operations. Responsibilities include managing employee relations, developing HR policies, and improving operational efficiency and governance.

Requires a mandatory Bachelor's degree and 5-10+ years of progressive senior HR experience with deep knowledge of federal and provincial employment laws. A CHRP/CHRL designation is considered an asset.

• Annual company bonus • Vacation • Comprehensive group benefits plan • RRSP matching program

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• Canadian Employment Law
• Employee Relations
• Compliance & Risk Management
• Policy Development
• Workforce Planning
• Change Management
• Leadership Coaching
• HR Process Improvement
• HRIS
• HR Operations
• Stakeholder Management
• HR Governance

• Human Resources
• Management & Leadership
• Manufacturing

Minimum education

Professional degree

Minimum experience

5+ years

Apply by

Aug 30, 2026

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week

Office presence

3 days per week

Seniority

Mid-Senior level