Human Resources Specialist
Location: Toronto, Ontario
Job Type: Full-Time
About Us
Arenavachi Holdings Inc. is a growing Canadian company committed to excellence, innovation, and a positive workplace culture. We are seeking a Human Resources Specialist to support recruitment, employee relations, HR administration, and compliance while helping deliver an exceptional employee experience.
Position Summary
The Human Resources Specialist provides operational HR support across the organization by coordinating recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, HR administration, benefits, payroll support, and compliance with Ontario employment legislation. The successful candidate will work closely with management and employees to ensure HR processes are efficient, compliant, and employee-focused.
Key Responsibilities
Recruitment & Onboarding
- Coordinate full-cycle recruitment activities.
- Prepare and post job advertisements on recruitment platforms.
- Screen resumes and coordinate interviews.
- Conduct reference and employment verification checks.
- Prepare employment offers and onboarding documentation.
- Coordinate orientation programs for new employees.
Employee Relations
- Respond to employee HR inquiries and provide day-to-day HR support.
- Assist managers with employee relations matters and performance management.
- Support workplace investigations and maintain confidential documentation.
- Promote employee engagement initiatives and workplace culture.
HR Administration
- Maintain employee personnel files and records.
- Prepare employment letters, confirmations, and HR correspondence.
- Ensure accurate record retention and document management.
- Update employee information while maintaining confidentiality.
Payroll, Benefits & Leave Administration
- Coordinate payroll changes, including new hires and terminations.
- Administer employee benefit enrollments and changes.
- Track vacation, sick leave, and statutory leave balances.
- Respond to employee benefits inquiries.
Compliance
- Ensure compliance with applicable Ontario legislation, including:
- Employment Standards Act (ESA)
- Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA)
- Ontario Human Rights Code
- Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA)
- Workplace Safety and Insurance Act (WSIA)
- Assist with HR policy implementation and updates.
- Support workplace health and safety initiatives.
Training & Reporting
- Coordinate employee training and development activities.
- Maintain training records and compliance documentation.
- Prepare HR reports and workforce metrics.
- Support continuous improvement of HR processes.
Qualifications
Required
- Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
- Minimum 2–3 years of Human Resources experience.
- Strong knowledge of Ontario employment legislation and HR best practices.
- Experience in recruitment, onboarding, HR administration, employee relations, and benefits administration.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong organizational and time-management skills.
- High level of professionalism, discretion, and confidentiality.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
Preferred
- Experience providing HR support across multiple companies or business units within a holding company structure is preferred.
Skills & Competencies
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Excellent attention to detail.
- Problem-solving and critical-thinking abilities.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong organizational and administrative skills.
- Customer-service mindset with a focus on employee experience.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
What We Offer
- Competitive salary based on experience.
- Extended Health and Dental benefits.
- Paid vacation.
- Professional development opportunities.
- Supportive and collaborative work environment.
How to Apply
Interested candidates are encouraged to submit their resume and a cover letter outlining their qualifications and experience.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Arenavachi Holdings Inc. is committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible workplace. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals and provide accommodation throughout the recruitment process in accordance with applicable legislation.
Pay: $55,000.00-$70,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person
