Bilingual Coordinator, Human Resources - Toronto

We are looking for a motivated and team‑oriented HR professional who is excited to learn and contribute to a positive employee experience. If you enjoy connecting with people, are naturally organized, and like working with both details and data, this role could be a great opportunity for you.

At CFIB, the work you do supports small businesses in your community and across the country. Your contributions help shape Canada’s economy and its future. We offer flexibility and accountability so you can do your best work, while being part of a collaborative and supportive organization—one where more than 90% of employees agree it’s a great place to work. You’ll collaborate with colleagues locally and nationally, learning from one another and building strong working relationships along the way. At CFIB, your work truly makes a difference.

We are currently hiring a full‑time Bilingual HR Coordinator (French & English). This position will be in Toronto in a hybrid work arrangement (from home and our Toronto Office).

What will you do?

Reporting to the Bilingual Manager, Human Resources, the HR Coordinator supports the day‑to‑day operations of the HR team and helps ensure things run smoothly and efficiently. This role is a great opportunity to build hands‑on HR experience by combining administrative support with coordination of HR initiatives and projects.

As an HR Coordinator, you’ll work closely with the HR team to support key programs such as recruitment, onboarding and orientation, employee wellness, health and safety, and the rollout of new tools and technologies. You’ll also help maintain existing HR programs, assist with new initiatives, and contribute to improving processes by using modern systems and tools.

This role is well suited to someone who is eager to learn, enjoys working with people, and likes being part of a collaborative and supportive team.

Responsibilities

• Support HR and Payroll systems and communications, including updates to the Employee Hub and use of digital HR tools
• Help maintain and update employee handbooks and policies
• Support payroll and benefits administration activities, including employee changes, reporting, and documentation
• Assist with onboarding and orientation for new hires, coordinating with HR, Payroll, IT, and Training teams
• Help coordinate employee events and engagement activities throughout the year
• Provide general HR administrative support and assist with special projects as needed
• Offer occasional support with office coordination and on‑site activities
• You’ll also help coordinate and support a variety of HR programs and initiatives, such as:
• Employee Service Awards – supporting the coordination of CFIB’s service recognition program
• Standing Ovation Award – assisting with CFIB’s peer‑to‑peer recognition program
• Employee Handbook – helping to keep handbooks up to date across employee groups
• Employee Events – supporting employee appreciation and engagement events
• Maintaining internal staffing lists and providing general HR administrative support
• Participating in special projects as needed

Why join us

• Work closely with a collaborative HR and Payroll team
• Gain exposure to a broad range of HR activities and initiatives
• Play a meaningful role in supporting employees and organizational culture

What makes a successful Bilingual HR Coordinator?

• Fluently bilingual in English and French, with clear, professional verbal and written communication skills
• Post‑secondary diploma in Human Resources Management or equivalent experience preferred
• 1–3 years of experience in a similar HR or administrative role preferred
• Strong organizational skills with excellent attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities
• Positive, approachable, and service‑oriented, with a supportive mindset that reflects HR/Payroll’s role as a trusted resource
• Demonstrates a high level of confidentiality, tact, and discretion when handling sensitive information
• Able to balance accuracy with efficiency, adjusting pace as needed to meet changing priorities
• Proficient in Microsoft Office; familiar with SharePoint or similar tools, and open to learning new technologies, including AI‑enabled tools
• Professional presence with strong interpersonal skills and a collaborative working style
• Reliable, dependable, and flexible, with willingness to support occasional events or special projects

What do we offer?

• Competitive salary range: $50,000 - $60,000
• Opportunities for career growth and advancement
• Flexible hybrid work model, with in‑office collaboration on Tuesdays and Wednesdays (some meetings may impact this schedule)
• Supportive and inclusive leadership
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Comprehensive benefits, health, and wellness programs

CFIB has a diverse workforce. We believe in and are committed to a workplace culture of respect, inclusion, and diversity. CFIB is committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities through the interview process and while employed. If you require an accommodation, please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs.

As Canada’s largest association of small and medium-sized businesses, CFIB is in business to provide independent business with the resources they need, to give them more value, and to have their voice heard at all levels of governments. We are building a better Canada.

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