HR Assistant (Full-Time Contract)

About Us: Mind Games is Canada’s go-to destination for the best in puzzles, games, toys, and collectibles. As a fast-growing retail brand, we’re looking for a proactive and detail-oriented HR Assistant to support our HR team at our Markham head office. Position Overview: As an HR Assistant, you’ll play a vital role in supporting daily HR operations, employee communications, and administrative tasks. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is organized, people-focused, and eager to grow a career in Human Resources. Key Responsibilities: Assist with recruitment efforts including posting jobs, screening resumes, and scheduling interviews Maintain and update employee records and HR databases Support onboarding and offboarding processes Help coordinate training sessions and staff communications Prepare employment letters, contracts, and HR documents Respond to employee inquiries regarding policies, benefits, and procedures Assist with payroll prep and time-off tracking Maintain confidentiality and ensure accuracy in all HR-related tasks Qualifications: 1–2 years of experience in an HR or administrative support role Post-secondary education in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field Strong organizational and multitasking skills Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook) Excellent written and verbal communication Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion Familiarity with HR software or payroll systems (e.g., ADP, Trakstar) is a plus Pay Rate: $21 - $22 per hour This is a replacement position. What We Offer: A dynamic and supportive work environment Casual outfits Staff discount at all Mind Games locations The chance to make a real impact as part of a growing company Location: Head Office – 380 Bentley St, Unit 1, Markham ON L3R 3L2

The HR Assistant will support daily HR operations, including recruitment, onboarding, and maintaining employee records. They will also assist with payroll preparation, policy inquiries, and the coordination of staff communications.

Candidates must have 1-2 years of experience in an HR or administrative role and possess post-secondary education in Human Resources or a related field. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and strong organizational skills are required for this position.

• Staff discount

• Microsoft ExcelPreferred
• CommunicationPreferred
• Microsoft OfficePreferred
• Microsoft WordPreferred
• Microsoft OutlookPreferred

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• Recruitment
• Resume screening
• Employee records management
• Onboarding
• Offboarding
• Payroll preparation
• Time-off tracking
• Microsoft Office
• Excel
• Word
• Outlook
• Communication
• Organizational skills
• Multitasking
• HR software
• ADP
• Employee Communications
• Administrative Support
• Payroll Systems
• HR Operations
• Administrative Functions
• Microsoft Excel
• Business Administration
• Confidentiality
• Microsoft Outlook
• Resume Screening
• Verbal Communication Skills
• Scheduling
• Detail Oriented

• Human Resources
• Administrative
• Retail
• Contractor Assistant
• Human Resources Assistant
• Personnel Clerks
• Human Resources Assistants, Except Payroll and Timekeeping

Minimum education

Bachelor’s degree

Minimum experience

0+ years

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week