HR Department Manager - Corporate Functions

About the role

Rodeo FX, a high-end creative company with nearly 800 artists across Montreal, Québec City, Toronto, Los Angeles and Paris, is looking for an HR Department Manager for its corporate functions. The manager acts as the primary HR partner for employees and managers, covering performance management, employee relations, organizational changes, workforce planning, employment conditions, talent development and recruitment. The role is full-time and permanent, and support functions are expected to work from the studio at least four days per week.

Key responsibilities

• Act as the main HR partner for leaders and employees in assigned global and regional corporate functions, advising on workforce planning, organizational structure, succession needs and organizational changes.
• Coach managers on employee relations, performance management, career development, policies and sensitive situations, and act as a trusted point of contact for employees.
• Support performance management, identify development needs and high-potential talent, and coordinate with the Learning & Development team on training needs.
• Support onboarding of new employees and leaders, and partner with Talent Acquisition on hiring needs, role definitions and selection decisions.
• Help develop and improve HR policies, programs and processes, and partner on compensation reviews, engagement initiatives and organizational development.

Required profile

• Degree in Human Resources Management, Industrial Relations, Business Administration or a related field.
• 5 to 8 years of progressive HR experience, ideally in an HR Business Partner, HR Manager or similar operational role.
• Demonstrated experience supporting managers and senior leaders on HR matters.
• Strong knowledge of Quebec labour standards and employment practices; exposure to other jurisdictions is an asset.
• Experience in a multi-site, international or rapidly evolving organization is an asset.
• Excellent verbal and written communication in English and French.

Required skills

• Proficiency with Google Workspace, Word and Excel; HRIS experience is an asset.
• Coaching, influencing and interpersonal skills, with discretion and confidentiality.

What we offer

• 5 paid sick/personal days and 2 additional statutory winter holidays.
• Group insurance, access to an online dialogue support service and an Employee Assistance Program.
• RRSP with employer contribution.
• Discounts on public transport, spas, sports classes, an art centre, cafes, furniture and other local businesses.