Human Resources & Operations Specialist​/Spécialiste des ressources humaines et des opérations

Human Resources & Operations Specialist

1 permanent position

Are you a seasoned HR professional who is interested in access to justice and seeks to work in a collaborative, mission-driven environment? Consider joining The Law Foundation of Ontario as a Human Resources & Operations Specialist.

Reporting to the Director, Human Resources & Operations and working with a small team, the Human Resources & Operations Specialist provides hands‑on support across HR and operations functions to contribute to this workplace of approximately 25 people. This role is responsible for delivering core HR programs and processes across the full employee lifecycle, including recruitment, onboarding, health and safety, HRIS management, learning and development, benefits administration, performance management, and leave management, ensuring services are delivered consistently, efficiently, and in alignment with legislation and organizational policies.

• Manage the day‑to‑day delivery of HR services, ensuring timely and consistent execution of HR processes.
• Act as a first point of contact for HR inquiries.
• Support and administer HR policies, procedures and programs in compliance with applicable legislation, including the Employment Standards Act, Occupational Health & Safety Act, Human Rights Code and Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act.
• Support the full cycle of recruitment including working with recruitment partners and vendors.
• Coordinate onboarding and offboarding to support a positive employee experience.
• Administer annual performance management program.
• Maintain HR systems and tracking tools and support HR reporting.
• Coordinate employee engagement initiatives.
• Apply a DEI lens across HR processes.
• Provide operational support to the Director, working closely with the Operations & Administration Coordinator and external partners (e.g. IT, building management) to support HR and day‑to‑day operational requirements.

We are seeking an innovative and positive team player with:

• A post‑secondary degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or a related field, or equivalent experience; CHRP designation (completed or in progress) is an asset.
• 5–8 years of progressive human resources experience.
• Experience supporting a range of HR functions, including recruitment, employee engagement, leave management, learning and development, HR policy management and cyclical HR operations; experience in office operations is an asset.
• Strong knowledge of employment‑related legislation.
• Excellent organisational skills, attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Strong communication and relationship management skills.
• A high degree of discretion and ability to manage confidential information.
• Proficiency with HR systems and Microsoft Office tools.
• Experience in the non‑profit or broader public sector is preferred.
• French language competence is an asset.

The Foundation is a hybrid workplace in downtown Toronto. Staff are required to work in the office a minimum of three days per week. We offer a comprehensive benefits program, including RRSP matching, as well as generous vacation and paid personal time off.

Hiring salary range: $100,000 - $120,000

Applications due:
July 24, 2026

How to apply:

By the application due date, apply with a resume and a cover letter through our recruitment partner, HR Associates.

We thank all external applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

1 poste permanent

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