Job Description
About Us
MaxPeople is a professional Human Resources and Legal consulting firm offering clients customized approaches to create a people strategy that impacts business growth. We partner with small and mid-size companies across industries. MaxPeople is a team of consultants, advisors, business professionals and next-gen leaders, inspired by a passion for the work we do. We’re here to work, learn, laugh, and grow. We take our work very seriously, but ourselves, not as much.
What Drives Us?
Striving for excellence is at the heart of everything we do. We’ve created a work culture that embraces an entrepreneurial mind-set and encourages our employees to grow beyond their potential. We are a collaborative group, finding fresh perspectives and new solutions by teaming up and tackling challenges head on.
We’re passionate people and that shines through in everything we do at work or at play - marathoners, amateur chefs, yoga gurus, animal advocates - we are all in!!
Come join a team where People make the difference! We rely heavily on people with the smarts, attitude, common sense, and entrepreneurial spirit to drive our success.
As an integral member of our HR team, you will support and partner with assigned client groups. Every day is different - no two days are the same.
Overview of role
We’re seeking a full-time Senior HR Consultant to join our growing team - someone who doesn’t just consult but builds long-term strategic partnerships. In this role, you will own and manage a portfolio of client accounts, serving as their primary HR advisor. You’ll deliver high-impact solutions across the HR framework, lead client engagements, and shape people strategies that align with each client’s unique goals.
This is an exciting opportunity for a self-driven HR leader who excels in client relationship management, loves variety in their work, and is ready to take ownership of a portfolio of clients.
What you’ll be doing
- Serve as the primary HR partner for a dedicated portfolio of clients.
- Provide clients with HR advisory support including employee relations issues, conflict resolution, performance management, disciplinary actions, etc.
- Advise on long-term people strategy as we our clients move from startup to growth stage
- Conduct HR audits and assessments to identify areas for improvement and develop actionable recommendations.
- Develop and implement HR policies and procedures in compliance with legal requirements and best practices.
- Identify opportunities to expand services and upselling within client accounts.
- Stay current on employment law updates and HR trends to keep clients compliant and competitive.
- Mentor junior consultants and advisors and contribute to the firm’s growth and knowledge sharing.
What you Bring
- 7+ years of progressive HR experience, including client-facing consulting roles.
- Experience working with startups is an asset.
- Degree focused in Human Resources Management, or relevant HR certification
- CHRL or similar certification strongly preferred.
- Deep knowledge of employment law, compliance, and HR best practices.
- A thought leader who can appropriately challenge a client and ask thought-provoking questions.
- High degree of confidentiality and professionalism, and an ability to build strong working relationships across various disciplines.
- Excellent communication skills and ability to convey new information in an easy to understand manner
- Exceptional time management and ability to prioritize. Recognition of the importance of attention to detail and quality results in all that we do.
- An inquisitive approach in questioning the status quo
- A learning and growth mindset – always looking for ways to improve and step up your game!
- An agile approach to tackling HR projects & deliverables that vary (strategic & tactical)
- Ability to work independently, build systems from the ground up, and adapt quickly to change.
What We Offer:
- A lucrative compensation package dependent on experience
- Flexible environment; a hybrid work model
- Early Friday afternoons before every long weekend (summer)
- Rewards and recognition prizes every quarter
- Team building and community volunteering events
- Career growth, development, and continuous learning opportunities
- Fun and outgoing professional environment that really cares and values its employees
- Eligibility to participate in company benefits program
For consideration, please apply online. As part of our commitment to inclusivity, diversity, equity and accessibility, our goal is a workforce built on respect that reflects the communities we serve. We thank all applicants for their interest in MaxPeople but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
