A three-time SABRE Canadian Agency of the Year winner (2015, 2016, 2019) North has achieved unprecedented success since launching in 2011. North disrupts the industry with its approach to PR, influencer, social and digital, establishing itself as a Canadian agency leader.

Where other agencies begin to stagnate, North has found the sweet spot between boutique and large agency: this ‘nine-year-old start-up’ is running on fresh momentum.

What’s the secret? While a slew of major new clients are tapping the team for their unique blend of expertise, many of North’s "OG" clients are expanding their work with the agency, fuelling organic growth.

We're an agency all about taking risks, thinking big and a true belief that good ideas can come from anywhere.

(And yes, the rumours are true: North is a "No timesheet agency.")

We’re looking for an experienced HR Generalist to help our existing team roll out new projects and initiatives, all while keeping our HR department running like a well-oiled machine. The HR Generalist will support our growing agency family of North Strategic, MSL Canada, Notch Video and MSL Studios. Reporting to the VP of HR, they will assist across all aspects of the HR function. A great opportunity for broad exposure and exciting projects.

Why Us?

When you join our team you will have an opportunity to enable a high performing and inclusive culture. As an HR Generalist you will be working with the Vice President, HR across all facets of HR including employee engagement, performance management, onboarding/offboarding, learning and development (in collaboration with our national L&D team), recruitment alongside our Talent Acquisition team, etc. If you’re looking for a true generalist role, wearing many hats, this is the role for you! Plus, our agencies have been recognized as Canada’s top marketing communications firms. We have received Canadian PR Agency of the Year honours from The Holmes Report Sabre Awards and Strategy Magazine, and our entrepreneurial, creative and empowering company cultures have also won several accolades including Canada’s Top 100 Employers and Canada’s Top 10 Most Admired Corporate Cultures. This is a unique opportunity to support multiple small to mid-size agencies within the Publicis family of companies.

Some of the amazing work you’ll do:

• Lead the new hire onboarding process; employee satisfaction starts from day one, so we’re looking for someone who can work closely with new employees, from drafting employment contracts to leading our HR onboarding sessions
• Be a champion of our performance management cycle supporting and coaching managers and employees to provide continuous feedback as well as driving participation in our formal quarterly process
• Drive employee engagement initiatives including participating in quartly roundtables with senior leadership, supporting the roll out of engagement surveys and corresponding action plans, conducting exit interviews, etc.
• Share and build out programs and policies for employees, including training sessions and lunch and learns
• Make recommendations for coaching opportunities such as strategic hiring, performance management, diversity, exit data, training initiatives and others
• Manage basic payroll functions, including liaising with our HR Operations team to keep our HRIS up to date, processing salary changes and liaising with our Payroll team
• In partnership with the HR Operations team, manage benefits administration and work with the team on rolling out new initiatives
• Work with our HR and Admin teams to organize events and help to foster a best place to work environment
• Research and recommend bold and creative best place to work ideas and help implement accordingly
• Enhance employee experiences such as onboarding, diversity and inclusion initiatives, engagement survey action plans, lunch and learns
• Produce reports and inishgts for HR and Leadership
• Ensure we’re compliant when it comes to government regulations such as administering our online AODA training
• Manage tracking and administration of employee programs, assist with compilation and analysis of metrics
• Other HR projects – there’s never a shortage of things to work on!

• Being hyper organized is you in a nutshell, you thrive on having multiple moving targets
• You are a multitasker, and you think 2 steps ahead, you are organized and have superior attention to detail
• You’re passionate about being the best at your craft and find yourself looking for new learning opportunities everyday
• You pride yourself in having a knack for names, faces and telling stories. Getting to know the people on our team is what you’re all about
• On that note, if you could have gotten a degree in “The Art of First Impressions” you would have, building relationships is kind of your thing
• You love a fast paced, service driven environment with the opportunity to make a true impact
• You act like an owner. From process to programs to results, you have the courage to build great people initiatives
• You partner with people leaders showing curiosity and a motivation to achieve common goals
• Well versed in employment law and regulations within the Canadian market, you demonstrate a solid understanding of all employment laws and regulations and how they set the framework for people programs
• You exude a personality that is approachable and eager to help others around you
• You’re a great listener and understand relationships are key
• You have a strong employee-focus and love solving problems both known and unknown
• You always challenge yourself to improve upon the status quo. You research best practices, and look for ideas and inspiration around you
• You have proven experience working in a fast-paced environment where you’ve always got multiple projects on the go
• You’re an ace at the details and pride yourself on ensuring all of the I’s are dotted and the T’s are crossed
• You have experience with HR software and programs
• You have been building your HR acumen for the past 3+ years, have a degree in Human Resources or a related field and your calling is Talent
• Previous experience in the public relations, communication, advertising/media or related industries a plus
• French speaking is a plus

What we’re offering:

• Meaningful work where you can have a direct impact
• A culture of entrepreneurship, creativity, growth and collaboration
• Work with top talent at an award-winning agency on a serious growth trajectory
• A focused commitment to career development and personal success – let us help you
• Highly competitive compensation and benefits package including substantial time off policies (like really. It’s a big deal)
• Oh, and did we mention the perks?! Flexible work from home/office environment, parental leave top-up program; cell phone & internet allowance, wellness and professional development allowances; mentorship programs; referral bonuses; social events…the list goes on! #workperks
• All staff meetings so you’re always in the know

Thank you very much for your interest in working with us.  We look forward to meeting you!

NORTH STRATEGIC, MSL CANADA and NOTCH VIDEO are committed to workplace diversity and will provide reasonable accommodation upon request to applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process.