Head of Learning & Leadership Development

WSP Global Inc.; Canada; Hybrid; CAD 200,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work

Balanced work-life culture

Growth opportunities

Job summary

WSP Canada is seeking a strategic Senior Director of Learning & Development to lead the planning, execution, and continuous improvement of learning, leadership, performance, and career development initiatives across Canada.

You will oversee a team of Talent Development professionals, partnering with business leaders and HR stakeholders to enhance workforce capability and align with WSP's talent strategy. This role emphasizes strategic insight, operational excellence, and hands-on implementation.

Qualifications

• Must have experience leading Learning & Development, Talent Development, Leadership Development, or related functions.
• Proven track record implementing development strategies that support business goals and workforce capability.
• Experience leading enterprise initiatives and managing organizational change.

Responsibilities

• Lead Canada's Learning & Development strategy in alignment with organizational priorities.
• Collaborate with global and regional stakeholders to implement strategic talent development initiatives.
• Lead the implementation and continuous improvement of enterprise programs including Performance Development, Leadership Development, Career Pathways, Skills Development, Mentoring, and Learning Experiences.
• Manage and develop a team of Talent Development professionals, fostering a culture of growth, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Partner with business leaders and HR teams to identify workforce capability needs and develop targeted learning solutions.
• Drive the adoption and effective use of learning technologies, digital learning solutions, and innovative development approaches.
• Ensure learning programs meet bilingual (English and French) requirements and provide an inclusive learning experience for all employees.

Skills

Leadership development

Stakeholder management

Learning technologies

Organizational effectiveness

Workforce capability planning

Talent strategy

Change management

Global programs

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Human Resources, Education, Organizational Development, Business

Job description

WSP Canada is seeking a strategic Senior Director of Learning & Development to lead the planning, execution, and continuous improvement of learning, leadership, performance, and career development initiatives across Canada.

You will oversee a team of Talent Development professionals, partnering with business leaders and HR stakeholders to enhance workforce capability and align with WSP's talent strategy. This role emphasizes strategic insight, operational excellence, and hands-on implementation.