People and Culture Generalist

People & Culture Generalist

Full Time Contract position with benefits until April 30, 2027.

The People & Culture Generalist provides day-to-day HR support and plays a key role in supporting the overall employee experience by managing a wide range of human resources functions, including recruitment, onboarding, health and safety, performance management, training and development, and compliance with employment laws and company policies. They act as a central point of contact for employees, providing guidance on HR practices and helping to foster a positive, productive, and inclusive workplace culture. The People & Culture Generalist will have the opportunity to work cross functionally supporting a variety of People & Culture and CFO activities and initiatives.

Communitech helps founders start, grow and succeed

At Communitech, we’re all about the “F” word. Founders.

We were built by tech founders who saw the need for a community of support to help ensure the future prosperity of Canada. No other innovation hub can say that, which is pretty cool.

Established in 1997, our mission has been our guide ever since. We’re here to support the founder at every stage of their journey, providing accelerated opportunities to access talent, capital and sales.

As Canada’s tech supercharger, we help founders:

• Hire and retain the smartest, brightest and most experienced people
• Access growth financing at every stage
• Sell to the biggest customers at home and around the world
• Connect the right people at the right time – peers who have been there before, coaches who can guide them through the difficult spots and partners from all over Canada

We’re looking to grow our team with passionate people – people who believe in our mission and who are willing to do what it takes to help our founders succeed. If you like to work collaboratively, get s#!t done and be a champion for Canadian tech, we want to hear from you. Wonder what it’s like to work at Communitech? Learn more at https://www.communitech.ca/corporate-stuff/careers/

Communitech is based in downtown Kitchener, Ontario. We work in-office five days a week because great things happen when we're together — creating space for deeper collaboration and stronger relationships with each other and the ecosystem we support.

What you’ll be doing:

People & Culture Administration (~90%)

• Support the day-to-day operations and administration of HR requests, ensuring timely and accurate responses.
• Support the full employee lifecycle including recruitment, onboarding, performance management, and offboarding.
• Maintain accurate HR records and ensure compliance with employment laws and internal standards.
• Oversee benefits administration and total rewards initiatives.
• Assist in the development and delivery of training and employee development initiatives.
• Support the reporting on HR metrics to ensure data-driven decision-making.
• Champion diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging in all aspects of HR practices.
• Manage contractor renewal processes, including tracking end dates, sending reminders, and administering contract updates.
• Maintain and update internal HR systems such as Citation Canada, ADP, and Organimi, ensuring data accuracy and functionality.
• Serve as a member of the Joint Health and Safety Committee, contributing to health and safety initiatives, training coordination, and compliance tracking.
• Provide support on special projects and strategic initiatives.
• Lead and represent the People & Culture team on cross-functional committees to support social and wellness initiatives.
• Assist with planning and executing internal events, including All Hands meetings, Communitech 101s, and social/wellness activities.

Executive Assistant to the CFO (~10%)

• Manage calendar, schedule meetings, book travel, submit expenses and coordinate logistics to ensure efficient day-to-day operations.
• Provide executive-level support for Board of Directors meetings and events, including scheduling and managing meeting logistics.
• Monitor and maintain the agreements inbox, ensuring timely responses and accurate document tracking.
• Support the CFO with special projects, research, and administrative tasks as assigned.

**The job description is not an exhaustive list and is subject to change.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field; CHRP designation (or working towards it) is an asset.
• Proven experience in a Human Resources role, preferably in a generalist capacity.
• Solid understanding of Human Resources best practices, employment laws and legislation, including ESA, OHSA, human rights, and privacy regulations.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to build relationships at all levels of the organization.
• Agility, with the ability to multi-task and respond comfortably to new or shifting priorities and goals.
• Demonstrated ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion and professionalism.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• A proactive, solution-focused approach with a passion for fostering positive workplace culture and employee engagement.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative HR team.
• This is an on-site position (Monday through Friday). Local candidates will be given preference.

To Apply

Please apply online along with your resume and cover letter.

We thank all applicants in advance; however only individuals selected for an interview will be contacted. All applications will be kept confidential. Communitech is a diverse and inclusive environment and encourages applications from all qualified candidates, including aboriginal persons, francophones, members of sexual minority groups, persons with disabilities, visible minorities, and women. We will provide any requested accommodation to candidates with disabilities throughout the recruitment process.