HR Advisor – Talent Development and Cross-Functional HR Initiatives

CS GROUP; Montreal; Hybrid; CAD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work environment

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

RRSP program

Personal and sick days

On-site fitness facility

Job summary

CS Group Canada is seeking an HR Advisor to drive talent development and workforce readiness. You will lead individual development plans, manage training programs, and coordinate cross‑functional HR initiatives including DEI and safety programs.

You will analyze metrics, maintain competency frameworks, and support managers with development actions to enhance employee engagement and performance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in HR management, IR, or related field.
• 3–5 years in talent management or related HR roles.
• Experience with competency development, training management and organizational development.
• Experience coordinating HR programs or employee engagement initiatives.
• Strong HR metrics knowledge and data analysis.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate IDP processes and development planning.
• Design and manage annual training plans and budgets.
• Track training metrics, participation, and effectiveness.
• Maintain competency profiles and mapping tools.
• Support Health & Safety, DEI, and other HR initiatives.

Skills

HR analytics

Bilingual FR/EN

Training & development

Competency mapping

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in HRM

Industrial Relations

Tools

HRIS

Excel

MS Office

Job description

Company Description

CS Group Canada, a subsidiary of CS Group (part of the Sopra Steria Group), is a leader in the development and certification of safety-critical systems for the aerospace, electric mobility, and autonomous driving industries.

Company Description

CS Group Canada, a subsidiary of CS Group (part of the Sopra Steria Group), is a leader in the development and certification of safety-critical systems for the aerospace, electric mobility, and autonomous driving industries. Joining CS Group Canada means contributing to complex, high-tech projects for some of North America's most prestigious system manufacturers while enjoying competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and flexible work arrangements.

Job Description

Reporting to the Human Resources Director, the HR Advisor plays a key role in talent development, employee growth, and workforce readiness planning. The incumbent leads individual development plans, training programs, and competency management initiatives. The role also coordinates cross-functional HR programs, including Health & Safety, the Controlled Goods Program, Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI), and employee engagement events.

Talent Development

• Coordinate the Individual Development Plan (IDP) process.
• Support managers and employees in identifying and tracking development objectives.
• Monitor development actions resulting from HR committee discussions.
• Produce related metrics and analyses.

Training

• Gather and analyze training needs.
• Develop and coordinate the annual training plan.
• Manage budgets, vendors, registrations, and administrative follow-up.
• Monitor mandatory training, certifications, training costs, and training hours.
• Measure participation, satisfaction, and training effectiveness.

Competency Management

• Coordinate updates to competency profiles and frameworks.
• Develop and maintain competency mapping tools.
• Identify critical competencies, skill gaps, and future workforce requirements.
• Support managers in competency assessment and employee development.
• Recommend development, training, or recruitment actions.

Cross-Functional HR Initiatives

• Coordinate Health & Safety programs and initiatives.
• Manage the HR component of the Controlled Goods Program, including employee files, training, renewals, and compliance requirements.
• Coordinate Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) initiatives.
• Plan and organize employee events and engagement activities.
• Maintain required documentation and support audit preparation activities.

KPIs and Continuous Improvement

• Define and monitor KPIs within assigned areas of responsibility.
• Produce dashboards and periodic reports.
• Analyze results, risks, and variances.
• Recommend and implement improvements to programs under responsibility.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources Management, Industrial Relations, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 to 5 years of experience in a talent management role.
• Experience in competency development, training management, and organizational development.
• Experience coordinating HR programs, employee engagement initiatives, or employee experience activities.
• Strong understanding of HR metrics (KPIs) and HR data analysis.
• Experience with HRIS platforms and Microsoft Office applications (advanced Excel skills are an asset).
• Excellent communication, influencing, and collaboration skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously in a fast-paced and evolving environment.
• Bilingual in French and English, both written and spoken.

Additional Information

Please note that only selected candidates will be contacted.

Employment Type

Full-time, Permanent

CS Group Canada values workplace diversity and encourages women, visible minorities, ethnic minorities, Indigenous peoples, and persons with disabilities to apply.

Benefits

• Hybrid work environment
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Access to telemedicine services
• Group RRSP program
• Personal and sick days
• Recreation room with pool table and foosball
• On-site fitness facility

All information provided will remain confidential in accordance with EEO guidelines.

As an inclusive and committed employer, our company actively works to prevent all forms of discrimination and foster a respectful workplace. We are dedicated to diversity and inclusion and welcome applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of background.