Human Resources / Management/Executive / Public Sector

Senior Manager, People and Culture Permanent

Intellectual Property Ontario (IPON) is seeking a dynamic and experienced HR Leader to provide strategic direction and oversight to support business objectives and foster a collaborative, engaged and productive workplace.   

Reporting to the CFO, you will manage the human resources operations, programs, services and systems to meet the human resources planning, management and administration needs of IPON including HR/people strategy development, recruitment, onboarding, training and development, performance management, talent management, compensation, salary and benefits administration, diversity and employee relations.   

Responsibilities include:  

  • Working with the CFO and leadership team in the development and implementation of an organizational people strategy that aligns with the operational and strategic priorities of the organization including the development and implementation of strategies and related initiatives. 
  • Developing and implementing human resources policies, programs and services across the organization, ensuring compliance with legislation (e.g., Employment Standards, Occupational Health and Safety, Pay Equity). 
  • Accountable for recruitment and retention strategies to attract top talent and working with hiring managers to coordinate and oversee the recruitment process including job postings, interview packages, job offers and onboarding and orientation.  
  • Providing expertise, advisory services, coaching and support to management and staff regarding a range of human resources matters including performance management, conflict mediation, staffing and termination, health and safety, compensation, benefits and disability programs etc. 
  • Provides leadership and oversight of all aspects of HR, benefits, and compensation administration, including payroll. 

Successful candidates will demonstrate the following:  

  • Proven and demonstrated progressive experience in managing the day-to-day operation for the delivery of programs or services in the area of human resources; Experience working in a start-up agency, an asset. 
  • Designation of Certified Human Resources Professional/CHRP (or related certificate) is an asset. 
  • Proven service-focused operational leadership skills to translate and communicate IPON strategic direction and lead staff and/or project teams to achieve organizational goals related to HR goals. 
  • Knowledge of human resources related legislation (e.g., Employment Standards Act, Human Rights Code, Occupational Health and Safety Act). 
  • Analytical skills to identify trends, gaps and best practices to support decision making related to continuous improvements in HR programs and processes. 

IPON is in the start up stage and anticipates being a hybrid agency, with the main office location to be determined shortly.  

IPON offers a compensation, benefits and pension package commensurate with experience.  

HOW TO APPLY: Click on the following link ‘apply for job’ button above by January 9, 2023.  If you have questions or require accommodation, please contact Heather Lockie at 416-237-1500 x.237 or heather.lockie@hra.on.ca.  IPON is an inclusive employer which respects equity, inclusion, diversity and anti-racism. Accommodation, if required, will be provided throughout the hiring process in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code.   

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