HR & Talent Acquisition Manager

Human Resources & Talent Acquisition Manager We are a consumer-packaged goods company located in the heart of downtown Montreal, specializing in manufacturing, developing, designing, and marketing consumer products under license for a major American national brand. Our mission is to provide high-quality products that meet market demand through effective planning and innovation. The HR & Talent Acquisition Manager should be capable of leading the organization's HR function while developing effective recruitment strategies to attract, retain, and develop talent, ensuring compliance with employment legislation, and acting as a trusted advisor to senior leadership. Responsibilities: • Manage the full employee lifecycle, including recruitment, onboarding, development, performance management, employee relations, and offboarding. • Coordinate recruitment activities, including job postings, candidate screening, interviews, reference checks and hiring. • Support managers by providing guidance on performance management, employee counselling, disciplinary actions, attendance management, and compliance with employment legislation. • Maintain HR documentation, including job descriptions, employee files, employment contracts, policies, organizational charts, and HR templates. • Coordinate onboarding by preparing employment documentation, arranging equipment and system access, conducting orientations, and ensuring completion of all onboarding requirements. • Administer employee documentation, including employment verification, reference letters, travel letters, and policy acknowledgements. • Monitor attendance and leave, provide recommendations to address attendance issues, and support supervisors in managing employee performance. • Coordinate employee training and development initiatives, including workshops, conferences, mandatory training, and compliance with training requirements. • Ensure compliance with employment standards, workplace policies, health and safety requirements, and company procedures. • Administer employee benefits by liaising with benefit providers, reviewing health plans, and communicating employee programs and perks. • Develop, implement, and maintain HR policies, procedures, employee handbooks, and legal documentation. • Coordinate HR-related administrative functions, including government grants, IT and equipment requests, organizational updates, newsletters, employee engagement activities, and company events. • Advise management on employment law, termination procedures, compensation, benefits, and HR best practices. • Coordinate and manage first-week onboarding schedules for new hires. • Arrange and coordinate travel accommodations for out-of-province employees. Requirements: • Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Industrial Relations, or a related field is an asset • CHRP (Certified Human Resources Professional) designation - preferred • Additional training in employment law, recruitment, leadership, or compensation is an asset. Experience: • 5–10 years of progressive Human Resources experience. • 3–5 years of experience leading full-cycle recruitment and talent acquisition. • Experience supporting managers in employee relations, performance management, coaching, and conflict resolution. • Experience developing and implementing HR policies, procedures, and best practices. • Experience administering employee benefits, compensation, and HRIS systems. • Experience managing onboarding, offboarding, and employee engagement initiatives. • Experience working in a manufacturing, consumer goods, distribution, or corporate environment is an asset. Technical Knowledge: • Strong knowledge of employment standards and labour legislation applicable to the jurisdiction (e.g., Quebec, Canadian and US employment law). • Knowledge of occupational health and safety requirements. • Understanding of recruitment strategies, employer branding, and talent sourcing. • Experience with Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) – preferred LinkedIn • Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook. Leadership & Management Skills: • Ability to lead HR initiatives and manage multiple priorities. • Strong decision-making and problem-solving skills. • Ability to influence and coach managers. • Excellent organizational skills. • Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment. Communication Skills: • Excellent verbal and written communication skills. • Bilingual – French and English • Strong presentation and facilitation abilities. • Ability to build relationships at all levels of the organization. • Excellent interviewing and negotiation skills. Personal Competencies: • High level of integrity and professionalism. • Strong attention to detail. • Customer-service mindset. • Results-oriented with the ability to work independently. • Adaptable in a fast-paced environment. • Strong conflict resolution and mediation skills. • Ability to handle sensitive and confidential matters with discretion. Preferred Qualifications: • Bilingual (English/French) • Experience with benefits administration. Payroll is an asset. • Knowledge of compensation structures and salary benchmarking. • Experience leading change management initiatives. • Experience supporting in country and out of country teams is an asset. Monday to Friday in a Hybrid environment

Lead the organization's HR function by managing the full employee lifecycle and developing effective recruitment strategies to attract and retain talent. Act as a trusted advisor to senior leadership while ensuring compliance with employment legislation and managing HR administrative functions.

Requires 5-10 years of progressive HR experience and 3-5 years in full-cycle recruitment, preferably with a Bachelor's degree and CHRP designation. Candidates must be bilingual in English and French and possess strong knowledge of Canadian and US employment laws.

• Employee Benefits • Health Plans • Employee Perks

• Bilingual communicationPreferred

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• Full-cycle Recruitment
• Employee Relations
• Performance Management
• Employment Law
• Onboarding
• Benefits Administration
• HR Policy Development
• Talent Acquisition
• Conflict Resolution
• HRIS
• Bilingual Communication
• Change Management
• Compensation Benchmarking
• Applicant Tracking Systems
• Occupational Health and Safety
• Strategic Planning

• Human Resources
• Management & Leadership
• Manufacturing

Minimum education

Professional degree

Minimum experience

5+ years

Apply by

Sep 17, 2026

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week

Seniority

Entry level

Application method

Direct apply is available