Karamat Husain

Director, Human Resources @Strides Toronto

Toronto, ON, CA

Collaborate with Executive Leadership and Senior Management to develop and advance an HR strategy aligned with organizational values.• Design, recommend, and implement programs that maximize the effective use of Strides’ human resources while cultivating a healthy, inclusive, and positive workplace culture.• Oversee labour relations by managing interactions between the Union, management, and employees to ensure compliance with the Collective Agreement and relevant legislation—minimizing risk, liability, and costs of non-compliance.• Ensure accurate and consistent administration of payroll, employee benefits, pension plans, and personnel records in alignment with organizational policies, government regulations, and union agreements.• Lead and manage a team of direct and indirect HR and payroll professionals to deliver high-quality, efficient, and responsive services across the organization.• Direct the organization’s Health and Safety program to promote the physical and mental well-being of all staff, ensuring compliance with safety standards and best practices.• Champion the implementation of Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Accessibility (IDEA) initiatives within HR functions and programs to foster a more equitable workplace.• Drive organizational development initiatives that enhance performance, engagement, and overall effectiveness.• Optimize the functionality and efficiency of the Human Resources Information System (HRIS) to support data-driven decision-making and streamlined HR operations.

York University

Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration, General

Institution of Occupational Safety and Health

Certification, Occupational Health and Safety

Indira Gandhi National Open University

Master of Business Admistration, Marketing & Human Resources