Human Resources Coordinator

Encore Auctions•London, ON

5d•CA$62,000 - CA$72,000

About The Position

This is a hands-on HR position responsible for providing comprehensive support throughout the employee lifecycle. As a trusted resource for both leaders and employees, you will help ensure our people practices remain consistent, compliant, professional, and employee-focused. Reporting directly to the CEO, you will manage key HR functions, including recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, performance management, payroll support, benefits administration, and workplace health and safety. This position will play an important role in attracting strong candidates, improving employee engagement and retention, and adapting HR programs to support the company’s continued growth. Encore Auctions is a growing and innovative online auction company that connects buyers and sellers through a fast-moving digital marketplace. We are committed to operational excellence, efficient processes, and providing an exceptional customer experience.

Requirements

Post-secondary education in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related discipline.
At least five years of practical HR Generalist experience, ideally gained in a busy, operational setting such as warehousing, logistics, manufacturing, or retail.
Experience includes full-cycle recruitment, employee relations, performance management, payroll and benefits administration, WSIB-related matters, and HR systems.
Strong working understanding of Ontario employment standards and occupational health and safety legislation.
Ability to interpret and apply workplace policies fairly and consistently.
Experience working with HRIS and payroll platforms.
Careful attention to record accuracy, confidentiality, and process efficiency.
Sound professional judgment, discretion, and a strong commitment to ethical HR practices.
Organized, adaptable, and comfortable managing competing priorities.
Ability to succeed in a fast-paced and hands-on workplace.
Ability to build credible working relationships with employees and leaders at all levels while balancing people-focused solutions with the needs of the business.

Nice To Haves

CHRP designation, or active progress toward obtaining one.

Responsibilities

Manage recruitment from job posting through to offer and onboarding for a wide range of positions.
Work closely with department leaders to strengthen hiring decisions, improve employee retention, and anticipate future staffing requirements.
Identify new candidate sources and explore government-funded employment and hiring programs.
Serve as the primary resource for HR systems, employee records, and related processes.
Support accurate payroll administration, coordinate employee benefits, maintain confidential employee information, and help ensure HR operations run efficiently and in accordance with applicable requirements.
Support the development, implementation, and ongoing review of company policies and health and safety programs.
Coordinate training, monitor compliance, and identify opportunities for improvement, with particular attention to the needs of our warehouse and frontline teams.
Coordinate onboarding and performance management processes designed to help employees become engaged, productive, and successful.
Provide managers with guidance on setting expectations, addressing performance concerns, delivering feedback, and supporting employee development.
Provide practical, fair, and consistent advice to employees and managers.
Assist with workplace concerns, conduct investigations, resolve employee relations matters, and support organizational changes while balancing employee needs with business priorities.