Job Description

Our client, a leader in higher education in Downtown Toronto, ON, is looking for a Human Resources Coordinator for a 1-to-2-month contract to support their HR team during a period of transition. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to a dynamic and collaborative HR department.
Benefits & Perks

• Competitive hourly rate: $25 to $30/hour
• Hybrid work model: 4 days on-site (Mon–Thurs), 1 day remote (Fridays)
• Beautiful office location in Downtown Toronto, ON close to transit
• 1-to-2-month contract with potential for an extension.

Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day HR administration, including filing, preparing correspondence, and tracking vacation/sick time
• Assist with onboarding: coordinating IT setup, creating employee files, updating Payworks, and conducting orientations
• Support performance management cycle: gather performance reviews, prepare salary letters, and assist with July 1 reset activities
• Maintain and update HRIS (Payworks) with employee changes and records
• Respond to general HR policy, benefits, and union-related inquiries
• Coordinate logistics for HR meetings and events (e.g., booking rooms, taking minutes)
• Assist with benefits tracking, payroll data entry, and liaising with Finance as needed
• Ensure confidentiality and professionalism in all employee matters
• Attend JHSC and wellness meetings and record minutes

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources
• 3+ years of experience in human resources or senior-level administrative roles
• Strong administrative and organizational skills with a high attention to detail
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; able to write and edit professional correspondence
• Experience using Payworks or similar HRIS platforms is a MUST.
• Tech-savvy and comfortable troubleshooting minor IT/onboarding issues
• Professional, friendly, and confident working with all levels of staff, including unionized employees and senior leadership
  

David Aplin & Associates Inc., operating as Aplin, and its associated brands, CompuStaff and Impact Recruitment, is an award-winning employment agency connecting diverse, top-tier talent with exceptional organizations across North America. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and charge no fees to apply or engage with our recruiters. Our clients partner with us to help expand and diversify their teams. Please note that all applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada, including holding any necessary work permits.