Manager, Human Resources Programs
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Harry Rosen is a proudly Canadian born and raised retailer of fine quality menswear with store locations across the nation. We have been specializing in luxury menswear for over 70 years and have been officially recognized as one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies. We are committed to developing retail professionals who love retail and have the passion and ability to inspire exceptional service.
Manager, Human Resources Programs
Full-Time Permanent
Reporting to Vice President, People & Culture
Toronto, Ontario
Harry Rosen Inc. Central Office (77 Bloor St. West)
Hybrid work environment
As a leading luxury menswear retailer operating across Canada, Harry Rosen is seeking a Manager, HR Programs to join our growing team. The Manager, HR Programs is the driving force behind the programs our Associates rely on every day - Associate relations, health & safety, leave management, HR policy, benefits, performance, and compliance. It's a role with breadth and ownership: you'll be the trusted advisor leaders turn to, deliver practical solutions to real people challenges, and keep our programs running consistently, efficiently, and true to our Core Values.
Key functions include:
- Lead day-to-day Associate relations cases and drive positive experiences by guiding Leaders and Associates through workplace issues while fostering respect, fairness, and collaboration
- Lead ongoing maintenance of HR policies, driving annual reviews and translating updates into clear, Associate-facing content
- Lead benefits and compensation administration, including benchmarking, Associate benefit onboarding, life-cycle changes, and open enrollment execution
- Own national Health & Safety and leave management
- Support and deliver training that builds better leaders, from compliance essentials to leadership development
- Support the annual assessment cycle - equipping leaders to have meaningful development conversations and keeping the cycle moving smoothly
- Keep us ahead of changing legislation across AODA/IASR, internal programs, and provincial standards
- Lead pay equity compliance & job creation and evaluations
- Lead the service recognition program
- Collaborate with leaders and cross functional teams, drive process improvements, and foster engagement
- Lead and grow the HR Coordinator
Candidate Requirements:
- Degree or Diploma in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field; CHRP designation is considered an asset.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience leading HR operational functions and programs.
- Previous experience working in an environment with high service orientation, and with an understanding of the unique HR challenges and opportunities in the retail sector, is strongly preferred.
- Workday or similar HRIS experience required, along with advanced Excel and Microsoft suite skills.
- Bilingual in English and French is considered a strong asset.
- Adaptable and agile, thriving in fast-paced environments while seamlessly shifting between tactical execution and high-level focus.
- Exceptional customer orientation, collaboration and communication skills; proven ability to work with leaders at all levels, cross-functional teams, and all internal and external partners.
- Understanding and application of provincial employment legislation, including ESA, AODA/IASR, Occupational Health & Safety, Human Rights, etc.
- Demonstrated commitment to continuous improvement, problem solving orientation and operational excellence within HR functions
What are the perks of the job?
- An employer that values internal growth and promotion and is committed to succession planning for your future
- Competitive pay program
- Opportunities to additionally earn yearly bonus plan
- Best in industry discounts and special purchase opportunities
- A comprehensive flexible benefits package
- Pension and Group RRSP Programs that grow with you
- A modern, digitally advanced workplace
- A leader committed to supporting the achievement of your personal career goals
- A culture that is rich and diverse fostered through an internal Diversity Equity and Inclusion Council
** Compensation for this role will be dependent on skills, experience, and seniority. The starting compensation range for this role is $95,000 - $115,000 annually.
Harry Rosen Inc. is committed to ensuring that our environment is barrier-free to all persons, employees, and clients alike, as we believe in equal opportunity and fostering a diverse and inclusive environment. In the spirit of this philosophy, we are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to all applicants with accommodation needs in the interview and assessment process. If you need assistance during the selection process, please contact us at careers@harryrosen.com with details.