Director, People & Culture

Invest Alberta; Calgary; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Invest Alberta as the People & Culture Director, leading HR initiatives and fostering a collaborative environment. This senior-level position offers a unique opportunity to influence organizational culture and drive growth. Ideal for seasoned professionals with a strong background in human resources, the role emphasizes strategic management and leadership across diverse teams located internationally.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of HR experience in professional services.
• 5+ years in managerial roles.
• Expert in employment legislation.

Responsibilities

• Drive HR strategy aligning with organizational goals.
• Manage P&C initiatives on a global scale.
• Coach and develop team members.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in human resource management

Job description

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As Alberta’s leading investment attraction and promotion agency, Invest Alberta Corporation (IAC) is dedicated to driving economic growth and fostering a business-friendly environment. IAC attracts high-impact, high-value investments by building on Alberta’s strengths and competitive advantages to create and win opportunities that make Alberta’s economy the most dynamic in North America. IAC strives to create a client and employee experience that aligns with our values; accountable, solution-minded, collaborative, trustworthy, and inclusive. By joining IAC, employees become part of a community of passionate service-oriented people who embody Alberta’s entrepreneurial spirit.

Position Overview

As a member of the Invest Alberta Corporation (“IAC”) team, reporting to the Chief Corporate Development Officer, the People & Culture (“P&C”) Director will collaborate with team members nationally and internationally to support business activities. You will be responsible for the strategic and operational management and leadership of human resources initiatives, programs, policies, and projects that will enable IAC to meet its goals and objectives. This will be a challenging and exciting opportunity as you will support, coach, and develop team members located around the world.The ideal candidate must have a working knowledge of the Alberta value proposition.

Responsibilities

People & Culture

• As a member of the senior leadership team, collaborate to build plans, fostering an environment that promotes a responsive and strategic approach to achieving organization goals and objectives.
• Develop comprehensive plans for various P&C initiatives including workforce planning, people development, performance management, and compensation / benefits, among others.
• Consult, coach, and provide advice to IAC leadership to effectively perform in their roles and manage their teams.
• Incorporating effective change management strategies to support new initiatives or enhance current program areas.
• Lead the delivery of P&C projects including HR software and tools, recruitment tools and processes, engagement activities, and professional development, among others.
• Identify opportunities for improvement incorporating HR metrics, and best practice research.
• Manage legal compliance globally and address all concerns related to employment law and contracts, anticipating and resolving litigation risk as appropriate.
• Deliver HR programs supporting the employee lifecycle, including recruitment, development, engagement and retention.
• Lead, guide, direct, and evaluate the work of the P&C team, supporting them in reaching team and individual objectives.
• Provide ongoing coaching, mentorship, and training to leaders within the organization.
• Understand the company’s business model, how to create value, and how change impacts all areas of the organization; be a positive change agent.
• Actively build and maintain an inviting company culture.
• Maintaining a strategic view of organizational mandates while ensuring team accountabilities are met.
• Creation and management of departmental budgets.
• Other duties as required.

Accountable : Takes responsibility for the success and challenges of the team’s P&C initiatives. Holds themselves and their team members accountable for delivering high-quality work on time. Learns from mistakes and seeks continuous improvement. Acts as a brand ambassador and ensuring brand reputation is upheld internally and externally. Acts without needing to be prompted, showing a strong drive to excel.

Solution-Minded : Uses creativity and ingenuity to meet the needs of internal and external stakeholders. Adjusts strategies and approaches in response to changing circumstances, priorities, or feedback. Demonstrates resilience and maintains effectiveness when faced with ambiguity or unexpected challenges. Works to prevent and solve problems which may arise from working relationships among individuals and / or teams.

Collaborative : Champions a business partner approach when working with internal and external stakeholders. Seeks to understand different perspectives and tailors’ approach and messages to address concerns and interests. Builds and maintains strong relationships by delivering value and responsiveness. Capacity to influence without direct authority.

Trustworthy : Approaches relationships with honesty, openness, and clarity. Achieves high-performance through high-quality relationships and high-quality work. Empowers, supports and encourages team members to contribute their personal best. Acts with transparency, ensuring stakeholders are clear on IAC’s processes, abilities, and expectations. Handles confidential information and data carefully with adherence to privacy. Demonstrated use of tact and diplomacy, consistently using sound judgement to determine when to appropriately escalate matters.

Inclusive : Engages, welcomes, and values a diverse range of people, perspectives, and communities. Strives to understand different viewpoints and interests. Proactively seeks out new ideas, trends, and tools to enhance P&C efforts.

Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree in human resource management.
• A minimum of 10 years of directly related HR work experience in a professional services or business development firm, and at least 5 years of progressive management and operational leadership experience.
• Comprehensive knowledge of employment standards, human rights, occupational health and safety, and other applicable employment legislation.
• Experience in a small organization with an entrepreneurial mindset.
• Adaptable to changing organizational needs and HR requirements.
• Progressive management and operational leadership experience.
• Superior written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated creativity, problem solving, and critical thinking abilities.
• Adept with technology applications relating to daily tasks.
• Willingness to work at odd hours to support the international nature of the work.
• Formal coaching experience is a strong asset.

How to Apply

Interested in being a part of a dynamic organization that was designed to have a positive impact on Alberta’s future? If you are looking for an exciting and unique opportunity, to make a difference, and make connections while earning a competitive salary with comprehensive benefits, apply by including a cover letter, resume, and salary expectations today.

Thank you for your interest in IAC.

Only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. No phone calls please.

To learn more about IAC & this position please visit : investalberta.ca

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Director

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Full-time

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