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Human Resources Manager - Surrey
Surrey, BC | Work from home flexibility
Job Description
Our client is a dynamic, entrepreneurial business based in Surrey, BC that is experiencing significant growth and investing in its people, processes, and future. This is a newly established role, created to support the organization's continued expansion. The environment is fast-paced and evolving, with many opportunities to introduce structure, improve processes, and build best practices.
The new Human Resources Manager will be responsible for leading and developing the human resources function while serving as a trusted advisor to leadership and supporting organizational growth. The ideal candidate will thrive in an organization that is still developing its HR infrastructure, be comfortable navigating ambiguity, and enjoy creating order in environments that are not yet fully refined.
Human Resources Manager responsibilities:
- Build and enhance the HR function, including policies, programs, and procedures from the ground up
- Lead full-cycle recruitment, onboarding, and talent acquisition initiatives
- Provide guidance and recommendations to leadership on HR strategy, employee relations, and organizational development
- Establish structure and consistency across HR processes and employee programs
- Manage performance management processes, employee relations matters, and workplace investigations as required
- Ensure compliance with employment legislation and HR best practices
- Develop employee engagement, retention, and culture initiatives
- Oversee compensation, benefits administration, HR documentation, and employee records
- 8+ years of progressive Human Resources experience with a strong Generalist background is a must
- Post-secondary education in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field; CPHR designation is considered an asset
- Experience working as the sole HR professional within an organization
- Experience building HR functions in a startup, entrepreneurial, or rapidly growing organization from the ground up
- Experience working directly with entrepreneurs or owner-led businesses
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the confidence to speak up, provide recommendations, and influence decision-making
- The ability to adapt, prioritize, and remain effective in an environment where processes and structures are still being developed
- The discussed salary range is $85,000 – $100,000 depending on experience
- Candidates with additional experience and higher compensation expectations may also be considered
- Hybrid work could be considered after an extended period working in-office and becoming familiar with the business, culture, and operations
Candidates must be legally authorized to work in Canada. Only candidates selected to move forward in the hiring process will be contacted.
Meet Your Recruiter
Patti Babyn
RPR, Senior Recruitment Consultant
HR, Senior Administrative & Executive Assistants
Specializing in Human Resources, Executive Assistant, and Senior Administrative placements across Canada, Patti has over 15 years of national and global recruitment experience. She brings a wealth of expertise in interviewing, placement and collaboration, giving her clients the benefit of impeccable matches. She was also a business owner and managed a sales team for nine years, so she brings practical insights that drive success for her clients.
Patti’s thoughtful questions probe deep into the needs of each client, allowing her to pinpoint the best talent for the role from her vast network of qualified candidates. She is equally enthusiastic with candidates. Knowing that what she does changes lives, she provides insightful advice. With a heartfelt commitment to helping others, she situates candidates in positions where they will succeed. She has a degree and background in social work, where she honed keen communication and assessment skills. Passionate about cultivating long-lasting relationships with both clients and candidates, she is an ongoing resource for those she partners with.
Patti is a wife and mother, and outside of the office enjoys camping, hiking, cycling and volunteering. She is also a part-time makeup artist and takes pride in helping woman look and feel their best!