HRIS Specialist, Human Resources Hybrid

HRIS Specialist, Human Resources - London or Toronto (Hybrid)

Job Category
:
Human Resources

Requisition Number
: HRISS
001435

• Posted:
  January 5, 2026
• Full-Time

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The HRIS Specialist is responsible for the configuration, maintenance, optimization, and ongoing support of the firm’s Human Resources Information System (HRIS). Reporting to the Chief Human Resources Officer, this role plays a critical part in ensuring HR systems effectively support the firm’s people strategies, operational needs, and compliance requirements. The successful candidate will collaborate closely with HR colleagues, the HRIS vendor, and IT partners to understand existing configurations, troubleshoot issues, lead system enhancements, and improve HR processes through automation and data-driven insights.

This position requires a minimum of 3-days per week in office.

• Strong technical aptitude and system configuration skills
• Critical thinking and problem-solving abilities
• Confidence working independently in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to translate business and HR requirements into technical solutions
• Strong communication skills with both technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Attention to detail and commitment to data integrity
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines

• Configure, test, maintain, and optimize HRIS modules to align with the firm’s operational and strategic needs
• Automate and integrate HR processes to reduce manual effort and improve efficiency
• Troubleshoot and resolve HRIS issues in a timely manner, minimizing reliance on external vendors
• Lead HRIS system upgrades, enhancements, and new feature rollouts from planning through implementation
• Develop, maintain, and enhance custom reports and dashboards for HR and business leaders
• Act as a liaison between Human Resources, IT, and the HRIS vendor to ensure solutions meet functional and technical requirements
• Provide training, documentation, and ongoing support to internal stakeholders and system users to promote adoption and effective use of the system
• Ensure data accuracy, system security, and compliance with applicable employment and privacy legislation

• Post‑secondary education in Human Resources, Information Systems, Computer Science, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Demonstrated experience supporting, configuring, or administering an HRIS in a professional services or complex organizational environment
• Experience working with the UKG HRIS platform is considered a significant asset
• Proven ability to work independently with minimal direction and take ownership of system‑related responsibilities
• Strong technical skills, including reporting, data analysis, and system integrations
• Experience leading system upgrades, enhancements, or implementations is preferred

Interested candidates should submit an application including an updated resume and cover letter to our career portal. Only candidates who have been selected for an interview will receive a response.

Working at Lerners is both challenging and rewarding.

Our skilled Learning and Development team provides training and continued support to all firm members. Lerners is proud to offer a competitive salary and benefits package:

Target Hiring Range: $68,000 - $90,000

Commensurate with skill level, years of experience, and aligned with internal and market equity.

• Health, Extended Health, Dental and Vision care
• LTD insurance
• Life insurance
• RRSP matching program
• Eligibility for salary adjustments and/or performance-based incentive bonuses