Human Resources Director
Role Overview
Permanent full-time Human Resources Director leading EastGen’s HR department.
Reports to the CEO, serves on the executive leadership team, and works closely with the Board of Directors.
The role is eligible for a hybrid arrangement, with three days per week based at the Guelph head office.
EastGen is a farmer-owned organization serving customers across Ontario and the Atlantic provinces.
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Role overview
Permanent full-time Human Resources Director leading EastGen’s HR department.
Reports to the CEO, serves on the executive leadership team, and works closely with the Board of Directors.
The role is eligible for a hybrid arrangement, with three days per week based at the Guelph head office.
EastGen is a farmer-owned organization serving customers across Ontario and the Atlantic provinces.
Responsibilities
- Set direction for the HR department and team, and coach, guide, and partner with business leaders.
- Ensure legal compliance and keep relevant policies and procedures current.
- Own employee-lifecycle processes, including employer branding, recruitment and selection, succession planning, performance management, employee relations, and exits.
- Manage compensation, wellness, benefits, retirement savings, and the full bi-monthly payroll cycle.
- Maintain a safe workplace through health and safety programs; develop and execute the annual learning and development strategy.
- Use HR analytics and KPI dashboards to inform business decisions; support internal communications and employee engagement.
- Lead HR strategic projects and travel approximately 10% across Ontario and the Atlantic provinces.
Skills and qualifications
- At least seven years of progressive HR experience, ideally in a Senior HR Business Partner, HR Manager, or related position.
- Bachelor’s degree in business administration, human resources, or a related field.
- CHRP, CHRL, or CHRE designation, or equivalent.
- Strong knowledge of Canadian employment legislation and best practices; exceptional communication and collaboration skills.
- ADP experience is an asset. Experience in organization design and/or compensation program development is an asset.
Benefits
- Health and dental benefits are available from day one; company RRSP match and performance incentive opportunity.
- Learning and development opportunities, recognition rewards, corporate discounts, and a corporate clothing allowance.
Estimated compensation
- Estimated compensation is $100,000–$130,000; the final salary offer depends on skills, experience, and qualifications.
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