Director, Human Resources (Interim 3 - 6 mths)

Just HR is recruiting for an Interim Director, HR on a 3 - 6 month engagement to support a global software company through a high-impact transition period. With a portfolio that includes management solutions and a specialized software platform used by top organization across North America, the business is entering a critical phase. This includes an organizational restructuring, a global Workday rollout, and a payroll system implementation. This role will provide steady HR leadership, guide a small team, and ensure seamless continuity. The potential exists for this role to transition into a permanent role.

Responsibilities:

• Provide hands-on HR leadership to a Canadian team of four, including generalists and talent acquisition professionals
• Guide the team through an upcoming restructuring process with clarity and professionalism
• Collaborate with international HR and business leaders to align on strategy and execution
• Oversee and support the local rollout of Workday, ensuring training and adoption milestones are met
• Coordinate the implementation of a new global payroll system, partnering with technical and operational stakeholders
• Manage employee relations issues and maintain compliance with employment laws
• Act as a key HR advisor to Canadian business leaders, supporting both academic and retail units
• Review workload distribution, coach junior staff, and help prioritize team efforts during change
• Liaise with global HR peers across the UK and US to ensure consistency and leverage support

Requirements:

• Solid generalist HR background with experience across employee relations, restructures, and people leadership
• Prior exposure to Workday strongly preferred; familiarity with system rollouts an asset
• Experience supporting or managing payroll changes and HR technology projects
• Proven ability to lead through change and manage competing priorities
• Strong interpersonal skills and a collaborative approach
• Available to work hybrid from the Surrey, BC office two days per week
• Able to start on short notice and commit to a minimum three-month term

Remuneration:

• $80 - $90/hr

JUST HR is a specialized Human Resources recruitment and search firm with seven practice areas: General HR, Compensation & Benefits, Talent Acquisition, Learning & Organizational Development, Labour & Employee Relations, HRIS, Health & Safety.

*Only candidates eligible to work in Canada can be considered.