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EcoVadis is the leading provider of business sustainability ratings. Our solutions are backed by an international team of experts and powerful technology. We analyze data and build sustainability scorecards that give companies actionable insights into their environmental, social and ethical risks.

Why apply to EcoVadis? Be a part of the global sustainability change in business. Grow your career. Work with extraordinary people. Feel valued for your contribution.

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As our People Operations Senior Manager, you will oversee all HR and office operations in the North America Region,  develop the HR agenda and provide premium support to both leadership and staff members in order to offer the best purposeful employee experience in a diverse and inclusive workplace.

As  a regional expert you will be in charge of implementing specific people strategies in line with the company vision and values; and the global HR strategy.

Main duties and responsibilities:

• Work closely with the Chief People Officer, based in Paris, to develop and implement HR strategies and initiatives aligned with the company strategy and goals in order to attract and retain employees
• Responsible for all matters pertaining to employee relations, recruitment, selection, benefits administration, training & development, career management, labor relations, health & safety and compliance with government legislation
• Closely collaborate with local  leaders to assess training needs and provide solutions in employee development
• Be the business partner of local managers, guiding and coaching them on all HR and organizational topics
• Comply with federal, state, and local legal requirements in the different regions in America where we operate,  enforcing adherence to requirements; advising management on needed actions.
• Manage all People Operations functions, such as onboarding / offboarding, compensation and benefits, payroll & administration, and supports employees and manager’s queries for the North America region 
• Ensure compliance with employment laws and regulations 
• Oversee the local office operation to ensure the proper function of the office, supplies, etc.
• Oversee the organization of  employee engagement events to nurture a positive working environment
• Work closely with the Talent Acquisition team to ensure successful recruitment and onboarding on new employees
• Participate in specific HR projects 
• Remain agile to ever evolving business needs and embrace the opportunities that come with joining a fast growing company where your scope is likely to increase over time

We're looking for a People Operations Senior Manager driven by employee enablement. Active listening skills will be one of your key strengths as will be the desire to discover the genuine causes of any issues before considering possible solutions. At EcoVadis, you will join a global team of HR professionals who understand that creating an environment that supports colleagues to do their job to the best of their ability helps the business achieve its purpose. In addition, you will bring:

• HR/Business degree
• Minimum 8 years of HR / People Operations experience, preferably at a high-growth tech company
• Experience Managing HR operations in USA and Canada is a must 
• Fluent in English is mandatory and Spanish is an asset 
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work well in an international and multicultural environment - to create a culture of diversity, inclusivity, collaboration and teamwork 
• Location: Toronto (Hybrid) Able to work in Toronto Downtown at least twice a week 

In return for your expertise and energy, we offer:

• Casual and very friendly work environment
• Opportunity to work in a truly international atmosphere
• Base salary + variable compensation plan
• GRSP and TFSA matching program available
• Health, Wellness, and Dental Benefits 
• Life Insurance, Critical Illness, Accidental death, long-term disability insurance
• Flexi-time 
• Home office allowance program
• Work from home & work from anywhere policy
• Employee referral bonus policy
• Paid employee volunteer day
• Access to online learning library 
• Free virtual Yoga/Pilates
• Virtual and in-person team building events

Don’t fit all the criteria but still think you’d be a good candidate? Please apply anyway to give our hiring team the opportunity to assess your skills and to learn more about what you could bring to EcoVadis. We’re interested in hiring capable people, regardless of professional and educational background.

Can the hiring process be adjusted to suit my needs? Yes. We want everyone going through the hiring process with EcoVadis to feel confident that you are able to demonstrate your full potential. We welcome applications from disabled people, people with long-term health conditions and neurodiverse candidates. If you need any adjustments, please let the hiring team know.

Our team’s strength comes from everyone’s uniqueness and is founded upon mutual respect. EcoVadis commits to equity and inclusion and does not accept any form of discrimination based on color, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, citizenship, religion, beliefs, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, neurodiversity, disability, parental status, or any other protected characteristic that makes you unique.