Director of People and Culture - McInnes Cooper

Royer Thompson Management & Human Resources Consulting; Halifax; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in Atlantic Canada seeks a Director of People and Culture to enhance their HR strategies during exciting growth. The role involves leading initiatives in talent management and employee engagement while promoting an inclusive workplace. The ideal candidate will be a strategic thinker with a passion for coaching others and fostering talent development within the organization.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a senior HR role, preferably within a law firm or similar professional environment.
• Strong understanding of people management capabilities and inclusive workplace practices.
• Passion for continuous improvement and development of HR functions.

Responsibilities

• Lead key HR initiatives, including talent management and employee engagement.
• Align HR strategies with the firm's long-term goals.
• Develop and implement process improvements in People and Culture.

Skills

Strategic Thinking

Relationship Building

Leadership Coaching

Talent Development

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or related field

HR Certification (e.g., CHRP, SHRM)

Job description

Our people are the heart and soul of our firm. We are dedicated to continuously evolving and enriching their experience, fueling their growth and development. By empowering our team, we drive success for them, our firm, and our clients.

McInnes Cooper (MC), founded in 1859, has a rich history of delivering the highest standard of legal work across a range of industries. With over 165 years in business, the firm has continually evolved to meet the needs of its clients, leveraging multidisciplinary teams with the breadth of experience to provide exceptional service. Today, McInnes Cooper continues to serve as a trusted legal advisor, dedicated to fostering the long-term success of its clients, both locally and globally.

Are you a strategic leader in People & Culture, ready to make a lasting impact in a thriving, evolving law firm? McInnes Cooper is seeking a dynamic Director of People and Culture to lead their People and Culture function during a period of exciting growth and transformation. Based in any of McInnes Cooper’s locations in Atlantic Canada, this is a unique opportunity to shape the function’s mandate, model, and capabilities, supporting a diverse team across all offices.

In this role, you will lead key People and Culture initiatives, including talent management, employee engagement, learning and development, and process improvement. You will collaborate with the senior leadership team to align HR strategies with the firm’s long-term goals, fostering a high-performance, inclusive workplace that drives operational efficiency and supports continued growth.

This is a high-impact leadership position with the chance to shape the future of a well-respected firm that values collaboration, resilience, and continuous development. McInnes Cooper is looking for a strategic thinker with a passion for people, strong relationship-building skills, and a commitment to creating a supportive and empowering work environment. The ideal candidate will also be a confident leadership coach and talent developer, playing a key role in coaching others to build their people management capabilities and confidence while directly developing talent within the organization.

Please submit your resume online by clicking “Apply.” For more information, contact Madyson MacIntyre confidentially at [e-mail] . If you need accommodation during the selection process, please let us know.

We believe in employment equity, welcoming individuals from all backgrounds. We encourage applications from the following under-represented groups to self-identify in their resume or cover letter: Indigenous persons, racially visible persons, persons with a disability, women, and persons of a minority sexual orientation and/or gender identity.

Facet is a recruitment firm with an unshakeable belief that change is a good thing. People are not only our purpose, they are also our passion. Facet was created to recruit talented, established professionals who aspire to lead organizations. We are inspired by these individuals and believe they are at the core of building purpose-driven, dynamic, and forward-thinking workplaces.