HR Manager

If you are an experienced HR Manager in British Columbia or Alberta, who would love to play a key role in helping our successful client to continue the incredible growth of their company, this opportunity will be of interest. Helm Operations is a small start-up turned global leader in the marine software business. Many of their employees live and work in Victoria, BC, and while they operate globally with staff in cities around the world, they have stayed true to their small company roots and values.

This is an opportunity for a HR Manager to drive the people strategy and shape the future of Helm. Reporting to the CEO, you will be collaborating with dynamic global teams to ensure their HR practices foster growth, development, and success for both the employees and the business? In this role you will utilize your initiative, your HR expertise, and your proven track record of partnering with leadership teams as you lead, influence, and make a lasting difference.

What makes Helm a great employer?

They offer many benefits and rewards, and here is a sampling of what you can look forward to when you join their team:

• Competitive salary of $90,000 – $120,000 (subject to relevant skills, related experience, and education) plus a performance bonus
• Work remotely from British Columbia or Alberta (If you are based in Victoria, BC, and would like to work in the office, the office is in the heart of downtown and has the best view in town!)
• Flexible schedule (with availability during core business hours required)
• Competitive paid time off to recharge and rejuvenate, plus 7 sick/health days
• Holistic health and wellness benefits from day one including company-paid medical, dental, and vision, as well as wellness reimbursements for selected activities after 3 months, and a corporate discount on selected fitness memberships
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan Options after 6 months
• Learning and development opportunities

To learn about additional benefits, their work culture, and what working at Helm would be like, please be sure to review the Job Description.

What would your day as the HR Manager hold?

• Developing and executing HR strategies that align with business goals, and ensuring organizational design and talent management support the company’s long-term vision.
• Enhancing the company’s talent pool by attracting and retaining top performers, and driving initiatives that reduce attrition and increase overall team performance.
• Collaborating closely with senior leadership to ensure HR policies and practices align with strategic objectives and legal compliance, and providing guidance on organizational development and resource planning.
• Fostering a supportive and inclusive workplace culture, and implementing programs that enhance employee engagement, well-being, and career development, particularly within a remote work environment.
• Proactively identifying and mitigating HR risks, and ensuring the business is protected from potential legal and operational challenges.
• Leveraging HR analytics to inform decisions, monitor performance, and continuously improving HR processes – aligning them with business needs.
• Mentoring and supporting managers in cultivating an accountability culture, and providing coaching and tools to enhance their leadership capabilities.

That is a VERY small sampling of the key responsibilities. To gain a better understanding of this robust leadership role, please review the full Job Description.

Our ideal HR Manager brings:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in HR management, with a proven track record of partnering with leadership teams on organizational design and resource planning.
• Strong passion for developing high-performing teams and the ability to create and communicate HR strategies that inspire and align with business objectives.
• Demonstrable expertise in HR policy development, talent management, and employee engagement, gained from experience in an HR leadership role.
• Proficiency in current HR practices, including talent acquisition, onboarding, training and development, and remote workforce management.
• Proven ability to analyze HR metrics and leverage data to design and continuously improve HR programs, ensuring they effectively support business needs.
• Experience in managing HR budgets, demonstrating ROI of HR initiatives, and driving organizational value.
• Proficiency in HR software and tools, particularly in talent management and compliance tracking (Workday)
• Consulting experience or experience operating a small business preferred.

The skills and abilities that will help you thrive in this role:

• Empathetic leader – committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive workplace culture.
• Collaborative partner with a proactive mindset – you will be working closely with leadership to implement HR strategies effectively.
• Clear communicator – ensuring HR policies and strategies are well understood and successfully executed.
• Strategic thinker – aligning HR initiatives with overall business goals.
• Proactive problem solver – anticipating challenges and developing solutions ahead of time.
• Cultural champion – enhancing employee engagement and well-being, especially in remote and diverse settings.
• Adaptable professional – thriving in dynamic environments and quickly adjusting strategies when necessary.

We would love to hear from you!

Does this HR Manager opportunity speaks to the leadership experience you bring? Would a company where employees are their authentic selves and share their ideas, perspectives, and intellectual curiosity be a good fit for you? If you have answered “yes”, we encourage you to carefully review the Job Description and then apply to TallSky Consulting.

Please note: We are receiving lots of interest in this opportunity. We will first be screening those applications that include a cover letter highlighting the relevant skillsets and experience that make you our ideal candidate.

This position will remain open until it is filled. We sincerely thank all applicants; however, after initial acknowledgement, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.