[Wattpad] Human Resources Generalist

WEBTOON Entertainment Inc. (Wattpad & WEBTOON Family of Brands) • Toronto, ON

6d • CA$70,000 - CA$85,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

Wattpad is seeking an HR Generalist to enhance the employee experience from their initial onboarding through every subsequent milestone. This role involves creating welcoming, recognized, and connected moments for employees, while also establishing the operational HR foundation for the Wattpad HR team. The ideal candidate is enthusiastic about crafting memorable employee experiences and eager to develop a comprehensive HR skill set, demonstrating initiative and an employee-focused approach.

Requirements

• 2-4 years of experience in HR, people operations, employee experience or talent acquisition.
• Ability to communicate in a confidential and clear manner with employees and managers.
• Experience with an HRIS (e.g, ADP Workforce Now, BambooHR)
• Strong written communication skills: you can write a crisp, warm employee announcement without heavy editing.
• Organized and reliable: you juggle multiple programs, deadlines, and budgets without letting things slip.
• Strong attention to detail and follow-through.
• Experience working in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.
• Discretion and good judgment with confidential information.

Nice To Haves

• Experience managing vendors or program budgets.
• Familiarity with immigration processes including LMIAs and work permits.
• Strong understanding of employment standards.
• Ability to interpret HR policies.
• Working toward CHRP designation or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the first point of contact for managers and employees regarding all aspects of employment and the employee lifecycle
• Manage HR processes and interpret HR policies, ensuring a clear and consistent approach
• Lead the employee experience by drafting communications, coordinating events, and administering calendars
• Manage the onboarding experience, including: orientation sessions, first-week programming, and check-ins that help new employees ramp up
• Manage the off-boarding experience, including all HR processes and conducting exit interviews
• Manage and administer employee leaves, accommodations, and initial employee relations inquiries
• Support cyclical People processes (performance reviews, engagement surveys, compliance tasks) with scheduling, tracking, and reporting

Benefits

• Career development; we believe in mentorship and investing in your learning, supporting you to achieve your goals
• Top industry health benefits, including vision and dental
• Your own health/wellness account to spend each year
• RRSP Contributions (Canada), 401K Contributions (USA)
• Generous vacation and Maternity/Parental leave top-up program
• Corporate discount for gym memberships for you and your family
• Work from almost anywhere in the world for part of the year
• Winter break shutdown

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed