HR Technology Manager – Data, Reporting & M&A

CAE; Montreal; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company in Montreal is seeking a strategic HR Technology Manager. The role involves product ownership of HR solutions, leading HR data governance, and managing M&A activities. The ideal candidate has over 8 years of experience in HR technology and proficiency in Workday. The position offers an opportunity to lead initiatives in a complex environment while ensuring user-centric designs and stakeholder engagement.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in HR technology, focusing on data/reporting and product ownership.
• Good understanding of HR and payroll concepts and processes.
• Experience working in a complex, fast-paced environment with multiple stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Act as a product owner for HR technology solutions, driving the roadmap and delivery.
• Lead the design and maintenance of HR dashboards and reports.
• Serve as the HR Technology lead for M&A activities.

Skills

HR technology expertise

Data analysis

Project management

Stakeholder engagement

Bilingual (English/French)

Education

University Degree in HR or IT

Tools

Workday

HRIS platforms

Job description

Overview

About This Role

We are seeking a strategic, product-oriented HR Technology Manager to lead initiatives in HR data governance, reporting, and M&A integration. This role combines technical expertise with a product mindset to deliver scalable, user-centric solutions that support business transformation and data-driven decision-making. The HR Technology Manager will effectively manage HR Technology Specialist and HR Technology Sr Analysts team.

Responsibilities

Product Strategy & Ownership

• Act as a product owner for HR technology solutions, driving the roadmap, prioritization, and delivery of enhancements aligned with business needs.

• Champion a user-centric approach to HR systems, ensuring intuitive design, usability, and adoption.

• Collaborate with stakeholders to gather feedback, identify pain points, and translate them into actionable product improvements.

• Monitor product performance and usage metrics to inform continuous improvement.

Data & Reporting

• Lead the design, development, and maintenance of HR dashboards and reports using platforms such as Workday or other analytics tools.

• Partner with HR and business stakeholders to deliver actionable insights and support strategic decision-making.

Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A)

• Serve as the HR Technology lead for M&A activities, including due diligence, system integration planning, and execution.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless transitions and minimal disruption to business operations.

General

• Provide strategic guidance on HR systems architecture and data strategy.

• Collaborate with the team to manage system upgrades/enhancements.

• Align HR technology initiatives with broader HR and IT strategies.

Qualifications

• University Degree in HR or IT.

• 8+ years of experience in HR technology, with a strong focus on data/reporting, M&A, and product ownership.

• Proficiency in Workday or similar HRIS platforms.

• Good understanding of HR and payroll concepts and processes.

• Strong analytical, project management, and stakeholder engagement skills.

• Experience working in a complex, fast-paced environment with multiple stakeholders.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with M&A system integrations and change management.

• Familiarity with agile methodologies and product lifecycle management.

• Knowledge of data privacy regulations (e.g., GDPR, PIPEDA).

• Bilingual (English/French) is an asset.

Position Type

Regular

CAE thanks all applicants for their interest. However, only those whose background and experience match the requirements of the role will be contacted.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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