Manager, Talent Management

Eastlink; Dartmouth; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A telecommunications company in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia is seeking a Manager, Talent Management to lead talent strategies that drive growth and equity. You will oversee talent acquisition and development efforts, implement systems for performance management, and enhance leadership programs. The ideal candidate has over 8 years of HR experience, including leadership roles, and strong skills in coaching and relationship-building. This position will be 100% in-office and offers a chance to impact employee experiences significantly.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of progressive HR experience, including 3+ years in a leadership role.
• Proven experience driving strategic HR initiatives.
• Strong appreciation for diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Responsibilities

• Lead alignment of talent strategy with business goals.
• Optimize talent systems for learning and performance growth.
• Embed equity and inclusion into talent practices.

Skills

Influencing senior leaders

Coaching skills

Exceptional customer focus

Education

Degree in Commerce, Business Administration, or related field

CPHR designation (or equivalent)

Job description

Designated Office

Eastlink

6080 Young St, Halifax NS B3K 5M3

This Position Is

100% in office, reporting to the designated office

Eastlink is a family owned, entrepreneurial and innovative company headquartered in Halifax, Nova Scotia. We take great pride in being a leader in delivering creative competitive, customer focused telecommunications solutions, and connecting our customers to the things and people that matter most. Serving a customer base across seven provinces, our advanced solutions include Internet, Mobile, TV, Telephone, Security and Automation, Data Communications, and exclusive locally produced programming on Eastlink Community TV.

We embrace diversity, inclusion, equity, and accessibility throughout all levels of the organization and encourage members of equity groups to self-identify during the application process.

Are you passionate about shaping the future of work and building high-performing, inclusive teams? We’re looking for a strategic and people-centric Manager, Talent Management to lead the way in attracting, developing, and retaining top talent across our organization.

In this role, you’ll drive integrated talent strategies that fuel growth, performance, and equity. You’ll lead a talented team, oversee leadership development and succession planning, and ensure our workforce is ready for what’s next. If you thrive on collaboration, innovation, and making a meaningful impact - this is your opportunity to lead with purpose.

What You’ll Do

• Lead and align talent strategy with business goals, overseeing both talent acquisition and leadership development to attract, grow, and retain top talent.
• Optimize talent systems to support learning, performance, and career growth, including implementation and enhancement of talent management platforms.
• Embed equity, diversity, and inclusion into all talent practices, ensuring our programs reflect our values and support a culture of belonging.
• Grow our leaders: Design new and deliver existing leadership development programs for emerging and senior leaders, partnering with internal stakeholders and external providers.
• Facilitate talent reviews and succession planning, building strong pipelines for critical roles and coaching leaders on performance and development.
• Use data and analytics to measure impact, inform decisions, and continuously improve talent strategies.
• Collaborate across People & Culture on strategic initiatives and cross‑functional projects that elevate the employee experience.

What You Bring

• 8+ years of progressive HR experience, including 3+ years in a leadership role.
• A degree in Commerce, Business Administration, or a related field with a focus on HR.
• CPHR designation (or equivalent) is an asset.
• Proven experience influencing senior leaders and driving strategic HR initiatives.
• Exceptional relationship‑building and coaching skills.
• A deep appreciation for diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• A strong customer focus and passion for creating exceptional employee experiences.

Why Choose Eastlink?

Eastlink operates in a culture of continuous improvement through listening, learning, and adapting, which enables us to respond quickly to the evolving needs of both employees and customers. We recognize that our truly greatest competitive edge is our people and that delivering a great customer experience begins with a great employee experience. Our philosophy of developing and training our team “on the ground” not only helps to create a strong onboarding experience but also readies employees for future growth opportunities within the organization.

Get your career started with us and stay with us, your journey begins here!