Lead and build the firms HR function, designing policies, HR systems, recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, compensation and benefits, engagement, training, health and safety, and payroll coordination to support a high-performing legal workplace.
Our client, Doak Shirreff Lawyers LLP, is one of the Okanagan’s leading full-service law firms, recognized for its commitment to excellence, collaborative culture, and exceptional client service. With a team of approximately 50 professionals in Kelowna, BC, the firm has built a strong reputation for delivering thoughtful legal solutions while fostering a supportive and people-first workplace.
They are seeking an experienced and collaborative HR Manager to lead and support all aspects of the human resources function across the firm. Reporting to the Management Committee and Finance, this role will play an integral part in shaping the employee experience, supporting firm leadership, and helping drive a positive, high-performing, and engaged workplace culture. As the firm’s first dedicated HR professional, you will have the unique opportunity to design and implement the foundational programs, processes, and systems that will shape the employee experience at Doak Shirreff for years to come.
The ideal candidate is a trusted advisor and relationship builder who brings a thoughtful, proactive, and solutions-oriented approach to people leadership. You are passionate about creating strong employee experiences, fostering accountability and engagement, and supporting leaders through organizational growth and change. You thrive in collaborative environments and are motivated by the opportunity to build programs and processes that support both employees and business success.
Additional Responsibilities Include:
- Managing and maintaining HR policies, procedures, employment agreements, employee handbooks, and HR records while ensuring compliance with applicable employment legislation and HR best practices.
- Leading the implementation, administration, and continuous improvement of HR systems and processes.
- Managing full-cycle recruitment and onboarding activities to support an exceptional candidate and employee experience.
- Providing guidance and support to leaders and employees on employee relations matters, workplace concerns, performance management, and conflict resolution.
- Overseeing compensation and benefits administration, including market benchmarking, salary reviews, and benefit programs.
- Supporting employee engagement initiatives, organizational culture development, and people-focused programs.
- Coordinating workplace health and safety initiatives, disability management, return-to-work programs, and related reporting requirements.
- Collaborating with payroll and finance teams to ensure accurate and timely processing of employment-related changes.
- Monitoring HR trends, identifying opportunities for improvement, and providing recommendations to leadership.
- Developing and facilitating employee training and professional development initiatives.
Requirements
- Post-secondary education in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
- CPHR designation, or working toward completion, is considered an asset.
- Several years of progressive HR experience, ideally in a professional services or legal environment.
- Strong knowledge of employment legislation, HR best practices, and employee relations principles.
- Experience supporting recruitment, performance management, employee engagement, and workplace investigations.
- Proven ability to build trusted relationships and work collaboratively with leaders and employees at all levels.
- Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills with a high level of professionalism and discretion.
- Ability to balance strategic thinking with hands-on execution in a fast-paced environment.
- High attention to detail, sound judgment, and the ability to manage confidential information with integrity.
- Proficiency with HRIS systems, Microsoft Office Suite, and general HR reporting and administration.
Joining Doak Shirreff means becoming part of a respected and community-minded firm that values professionalism, teamwork, and continuous improvement. This role offers the opportunity to contribute at both a strategic and operational level while supporting a talented team in a dynamic legal environment, with the unique chance to build and shape the firm’s foundational HR programs and employee experience. The position offers competitive total compensation of $85,000–$115,000, dependent on experience, along with comprehensive benefits, including an Employee Assistance Program.
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