Leadership Development Program Manager (12-Month Backfill)

BDO Canada LLP; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 93,000 - 141,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work model

Comprehensive benefits from day one

Wellbeing / wellness program reimburse

Job summary

BDO Canada LLP is seeking a Talent Development Program Manager on a 12-month maternity leave backfill within the national Talent Development team. Reporting to the Senior Manager, Talent Programs, you will lead design, delivery, and continuous improvement of leadership development initiatives and other programs.

This hands-on role requires strong facilitation, collaboration across dispersed teams, program management, and the ability to translate strategy into practical learning experiences.

Qualifications

• 5–7+ years of progressive experience in talent development, leadership development, learning and development, or a related field.
• Experience leading talent or leadership development programs from design through delivery and continuous improvement.
• Strong facilitation skills, including experience facilitating leadership development programs and working with senior audiences.
• Strong relationship-building and collaboration skills, with demonstrated ability to work effectively across teams and stakeholder groups.
• Experience translating broader strategy and business needs into practical learning solutions and program execution.
• Prior experience leading or managing others through direct people leadership, team leadership, or an equivalent role.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, delivery, and continuous improvement of assigned talent development programs, including leadership development initiatives.
• Translate broader Talent Development priorities into high-quality program experiences and execution.
• Identify opportunities to strengthen, evolve, and scale existing programming based on business needs and feedback.
• Partner with the Senior Manager, Talent Programs on priorities, enhancements, and alignment across the portfolio.

Skills

Facilitation

Collaboration

Program management

Stakeholder management

Leadership development

Learning & development

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Job description

BDO Canada LLP is seeking a Talent Development Program Manager on a 12-month maternity leave backfill within the national Talent Development team. Reporting to the Senior Manager, Talent Programs, you will lead design, delivery, and continuous improvement of leadership development initiatives and other programs.

This hands-on role requires strong facilitation, collaboration across dispersed teams, program management, and the ability to translate strategy into practical learning experiences.