Director, Talent Management

The Talent Company; Toronto; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization in digital learning and public engagement seeks a Director of Talent Management to lead their talent strategy and culture. This role emphasizes building a capable workforce through innovative practices and a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. The successful candidate will play a key role in shaping the future of the organization, ensuring a people-first culture that drives engagement and performance.

Benefits

Flexibility and mental health support

Employee-first culture

Qualifications

• 7–10 years of progressive leadership experience in talent management.
• Strong background in strategy and implementation.
• Experience in public sector or unionized environments is a strong asset.

Responsibilities

• Design and execute a talent strategy aligned with business needs.
• Lead learning and development initiatives to empower employees.
• Champion a diverse and inclusive workplace culture.

Skills

Leadership

Talent Management

Strategic Planning

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

Relationship Building

Education

CHRP or CTDP Designation

Job description

We are excited to be partnering with a forward-thinking organization that sits at the intersection of digital learning, media, and public engagement. Our client is a mission-driven institution that thrives on curiosity, creativity, and community impact. They are in the midst of a bold transformation—reimagining how they serve and inspire through meaningful content, immersive storytelling, and innovative learning experiences. At the heart of this transformation are the people. That’s where you come in.

The Opportunity :

We’re searching for a dynamic Director of Talent Management to lead and evolve the organization’s approach to developing people and shaping culture. This isn’t just about HR programs—it’s about building a connected, capable, and future-ready workforce through thoughtful strategy and hands-on leadership.

This role reports directly to the Vice President, People & Culture and plays an integral part on both the P&C leadership team and the broader senior leadership team. You’ll oversee a high-performing group focused on talent acquisition, learning and development, employee engagement, and organizational development—while embedding equity, inclusion, and belonging at every step of the employee journey.

What You’ll Do :

• Design and execute a forward-looking talent strategy that aligns with evolving business needs.
• Lead a holistic learning and development approach to empower employees and accelerate leadership growth.
• Drive an engaging and values-aligned performance management framework that supports growth and accountability.
• Establish a succession planning roadmap to build internal capacity and strengthen leadership pipelines.

Culture, Engagement & Experience

• Implement initiatives to enhance the employee experience, from engagement surveys to recognition programs.
• Champion a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace culture where all voices are heard and valued.
• Strengthen the employer brand and guide strategic talent acquisition efforts to attract top-tier, diverse talent.

Leadership & Influence

• Lead a collaborative, multi-disciplinary team across learning, development, and recruitment functions.
• Act as a trusted advisor to executives and department heads, offering insights and solutions on people and culture matters.
• Manage key vendor relationships and ensure delivery of high-impact, cost-effective services.

Data-Driven Insights

• Use data to drive decisions—develop dashboards, track talent metrics, and offer actionable insights that inform priorities.

What You Bring

• 7–10 years of progressive leadership experience in talent management, with a strong background in strategy and implementation.
• A proven track record of building and leading high-performing, cross-functional teams.
• Experience aligning people strategies with organizational transformation and change.
• Deep knowledge of L&D, leadership development, performance management, and workforce planning.
• A DEI-first mindset, with a commitment to inclusive practices at every level.
• Strong relationship-building skills and the ability to influence at all levels, including executive leadership.
• Public sector or unionized environment experience is a strong asset.
• Designations such as CHRP or CTDP are helpful, though not required.

Why This Role?

• Purpose with Impact – This organization is changing lives through education, storytelling, and community engagement.
• People-First Culture – Diversity and inclusion aren’t just values—they’re reflected in daily operations, content, and leadership.
• Flexibility & Balance – Recognized as a top employer for its flexibility, mental health support, and employee-first culture.
• Opportunity to Shape the Future – You’ll be at the forefront of driving a strategic people agenda in a time of growth and transformation.

Ready to Build Something Meaningful?

If you're passionate about leading people strategies that fuel purpose-driven work, we want to hear from you.

Apply now or reach out to me for a confidential conversation :

At The Talent Company, we recognize the value of different perspectives and experiences to prompt innovation, spark creativity, and solve problems. As an equal employment opportunity organization, we do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on race, Aboriginal peoples, members of visible minorities, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, persons with disabilities, and all other categories protected by law.

We are committed to Equal Opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community. Please let us know by emailing if an adjustment or adaptation is required at any stage to support you during the recruitment journey.

Create a job alert for this search