Leadership Growth and Culture Transformation Director

HomeEquity Bank; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading bank in Canada is seeking a Leadership Growth and Culture Transformation Director to drive cultural evolution and enhance leadership effectiveness. This role involves developing strategies, coaching leaders, and fostering a high-performing culture aligned with the bank's values.

Benefits

Health Benefits

Retirement Plans

Wellness Initiatives

Community Involvement Programs

Qualifications

• Proven experience in organizational development and culture transformation.
• Leadership coaching accreditation preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct culture surveys and develop transformation strategy.
• Design leadership programs and coach senior leaders.
• Promote diversity, inclusion, and psychological safety.

Skills

Organizational Development

Change Management

Leadership Coaching

Communication

Analytical Skills

Education

Post-secondary education in relevant fields

Job description

Leadership Growth and Culture Transformation Director

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Who We Are
HomeEquity Bank is a Schedule 1 Canadian chartered bank and the leading national provider of reverse mortgages, with a growing portfolio. As the only bank solely dedicated to serving homeowners 55 and up, we’re passionate about helping Canadian homeowners live retirement on their terms. We live that commitment every day, with a range of reverse mortgage solutions that include our flagship CHIP Reverse Mortgage product.

Our Values, Our Passion
At HomeEquity Bank, our values drive and inspire our actions with our customers, our partners, and each other.

• Customer-Focused. Passionate Advocates
• Courage to Act. Do the Right Thing
• One Team. One Vision
• Think Long-Term. Ever-Evolving
• Be Exceptional. Inspire Greatness

Position Summary
The Leadership Growth and Culture Transformation Director will lead the design and implementation of initiatives that develop leadership capabilities and foster a high-performing, purpose-driven culture aligned with our values. This role will support our cultural evolution, strengthen leadership effectiveness, and align talent strategies with business goals. Reporting to the Chief People and Culture Officer, this leader will help create a future-ready organization that thrives on growth, innovation, and a strong, values-based culture.

Major Elements of the Role

Primary Responsibilities

• Culture Assessment and Strategy Development: Conduct culture surveys, develop a transformation strategy aligned with strategic goals, and evolve core values and leadership behaviors. Develop metrics to track progress.
• Talent Strategy & Succession Planning: Partner with HR and leaders to design succession frameworks, identify high-potential talent, and use data to evaluate leadership and culture programs.
• Leadership Development: Design leadership programs, coach senior leaders, facilitate retreats, and embed inclusivity into development initiatives.
• Organizational Development & Change Leadership: Support change initiatives, apply OD frameworks, and advise leaders on resilience and growth mindset.
• Performance Engagement Initiatives: Promote diversity, inclusion, and psychological safety; align performance systems with desired culture.
• Stakeholder Collaboration: Partner across departments, build relationships, and gain support for transformation initiatives.

Skills and Experience Required

• Post-secondary education in relevant fields or equivalent experience
• Proven experience in organizational development, change management, and culture transformation
• Deep understanding of human behavior, team dynamics, and engagement
• Leadership coaching accreditation (PCC preferred) and experience
• Knowledge of assessment tools

Attributes

• Embodies company values and role model
• Ownership mindset with low judgment
• Excellent communication and influencing skills
• Strategic thinker with complex planning ability
• Executive presence and stakeholder influence
• Strong analytical skills

Working Conditions

• Hybrid office environment

Why Work at HomeEquity Bank?

We offer a flexible, inclusive culture, professional growth opportunities, and recognition programs. Our perks include health benefits, retirement plans, wellness initiatives, and community involvement programs.