Human Resources Manager (1-year contract)

Company description Publicis is an omni-channel communications agency with over 600 employees across our Canadian operations. The office is the largest in our industry in Canada and boasts talent across various disciplines of marketing and advertising expertise. Publicis carries a balanced split of Canadian, U.S. and Global clients for which we are Agency of Record. Publicis supports a range of D&I actions through our Driving Change team as well as giving back to the community through a long-standing participation in the Out of the Cold Program. With a strong, active and familial culture, Pub United is the agency’s social club, hosting events as wide reaching as Curling, Trivia Nights and more. Overview The Human Resources Manager position performs a variety of Human Resources functions, including driving Talent programs across a wide range of client groups. The HR Manager will be responsible for helping to manage the day-to-day Talent functions, ensuring smooth execution of programs and infinitives across internal client teams. The HR Manager will be a trusted advisor, providing strategic guidance and solutions to optimize our Talent strategies. This role reports into the CTO with dotted line to HR Director. Responsibilities Support CTO and HR Director with execution of broader Talent strategies Deliver strategic Talent consulting to internal client teams with a focus on strategic staff planning and development Contribute to the development and implementation of value-added Talent programs such as performance management Oversee junior – midlevel employee relations matters and investigations to minimize organizational risk Build effective relationships and provide excellent client service by ensuring a positive employee experience Help drive people initiatives focusing on retention, engagement, recognition and talent management Work with Client Leads and managers on employees with performance concerns Build relationships with Resource Management and Talent Acquisition Team for assigned client groups Educate and implement Reasonable Accommodation and Flexible Work Arrangements Pull and analyze talent data Develop relationships with business leaders, become a credible Talent partner Support with coaching and mediation for junior – midlevel employees Ensure employee data integrity Provide counseling and support on corporate policies and benefit programs Advise and respond quickly to management needs regarding general Talent & HR issues Assist with miscellaneous projects and social activities Help implement new Human Resources procedures as required Ensure compliance with local employment laws and regulations Ad hoc projects as assigned Qualifications Education/Knowledge: University Degree or Community college diploma in Human Resources Management or equivalent industry experience Experience/Skill: 6-8 Years in the Human Resources field in a similar role In depth knowledge of HRIS data tools (SAP, Workday etc.) Knowledge of general HR practices, policies and pertinent legislation governing employment relations Approachability, confidence, good humor and an absolute respect for confidentiality. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to work with all levels of the organization and understanding of how to partner with other departments (Finance, Resource Management, Talent Acquisition, etc.) Detail-orientated and highly motivated, self-starter, able to work well under pressure Candidate must have strong organizational and problem-solving skills Experience with the following areas is an asset: Diversity, Equity and Inclusion; Talent Development; Company Culture; Project Management Additional information Publicis Canada is committed to building a diverse workforce representative of our community. We encourage and are pleased to consider all qualified candidates, without regard to race, colour, citizenship, religion, sex, marital / family status, sexual orientation, gender identity, aboriginal status, age, disability or persons who may require an accommodation, to apply. If you require a specific accommodation please contact Human Resources. We’re committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. Accommodations are available throughout the hiring process upon request. Salary Transparency matters to us. The salary range for this position is $ 85K - $90K per year. Actual compensation within this range will be based on a variety of factors, including relevant experience, knowledge, skills, and applicable certifications. This range reflects what we reasonably expect to offer based on current market data. AI Use We use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of our hiring process, such as reviewing applications or analyzing resumes. These tools assist our recruitment team but never replace human decision-making. We believe in a human-first approach, where your experience and potential are recognized by people.