Lead and execute on HR strategies aligned with the firm’s national People & Development strategy and business priorities, both regionally and nationally.
Provide strategic advice to senior leaders on workforce planning, organizational effectiveness, and talent development.
Act as a senior advisor on talent management, performance, succession, and complex employee relations matters.
Ensure consistent, fair, and compliant application of HR policies and practices.
Stay current on employment legislation and market trends across multiple jurisdictions.
Manage human capital aspects of business transformation projects and help drive organizational improvement initiatives.
Oversee the disability management processes and workplace health and safety programs in each of the firm’s offices.
Partner with firm management in each office to execute on specific people projects and initiatives.
Participate and support local and firm-wide diversity and inclusion initiatives and seek to create an inclusive environment for all.
Oversee recruitment strategies for Business Services, Legal Assistants, and, where applicable, Law Clerks.
Strengthen the firm’s employee value proposition and employer brand.
Ensure recruitment and onboarding practices support equity, diversity, and inclusion.
Oversee the firm’s benefits and pension plans.
Manage vendor relationships to ensure high-quality and cost-effective delivery of services.
Partner on total rewards strategy and implement a comprehensive, effective communication strategy for Total Rewards for the firm.
Support leaders with data-driven, market-informed recommendations.
Ensure compliance with all pay equity and other relevant legislation.
Participate as a member of the Pension Management Committee.
Ensure efficient, high-quality HR operations with a strong service mindset.
Drive continuous improvement of HR processes, systems, and controls.
Use data and insights to improve outcomes and decision-making.
Lead, coach, and develop HR leaders and teams, building depth, resilience, and future capability.
Foster a collaborative, accountable, and inclusive team culture.
Act as a role model for the firm’s values and leadership expectations.
Manage P&D priorities across the firm and related budget.
Requirements
Degree in Business Administration, Human Resources or a related field
CHRP/CHRL designation required
10-15 plus years of progressive HR experience, with a minimum of 10 years managing teams, preferably in a large law firm or a comparable professional services environment.
Strong expertise across core HR disciplines, including employee relations, compensation, talent management, and HR operations.
Deep knowledge of Canadian employment legislation across all provinces in which the firm carries on business.
Proven ability to partner with senior leaders and operate with credibility at the executive level.
Highly effective project management skills with the ability to think critically and meet multiple deadlines.
Superior judgment and discretion, and ability to handle sensitive situations.
Experience with Workday is an asset.
Bilingualism (strong asset).
Benefits
Retirement savings plan with employer contribution
Benefit premiums paid by the firm
Telemedicine services
Flexible health and wellness allowance that covers much more than gym memberships!
Training and development programs based on your interests and needs