Organizational Design Strategic Advisor

TalentBurst, an Inc 5000 company; Toronto; On-site; CAD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking a talented Organizational Design Strategic Advisor to lead the development and implementation of organizational design strategies. This role is crucial in optimizing operating models and aligning workforce capabilities with business objectives. With a focus on change management, you will partner with key stakeholders to ensure successful transitions and enhance team effectiveness. If you have a strong background in strategic organizational design and project management, this position offers an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment. Join a team dedicated to shaping the future of organizational effectiveness.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in Human Capital consulting, including Change Management.
• Proven track record of leading organizational initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement organizational design strategies aligned with business goals.
• Lead project management of change and organizational design implementation activities.

Skills

Strategic Organizational Design

Change Management

Consulting

Project Management

Team Facilitation

Education

Bachelor's degree in business administration

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources

Job description

Manager Talent Solutions at TalentBurst, an Inc 5000 company

Job Title: Organizational Design Strategic Advisor

Duration: 12+ Months Contract (With Possibility of extension)

Base pay range: $50.00/hr - $70.00/hr

Experience Required: 5+ years of experience required

Key Requirements:

• Strategic Org Design experience is a must.
• Strong initiative and proactivity.
• Consulting experience is a huge plus.
• Org design work samples will need to be provided.
• Not looking for an HR person that has org structure.
• Not looking for a PM.

Responsibilities:

1. Develop and implement organizational design strategies that align with business goals to optimize target operating models, role definitions, governance structures, processes, and capabilities.
2. Lead the implementation of organizational design changes, ensuring alignment with approved model and approach.
3. Develop and manage detailed workforce transition plans, including timelines, dependencies, and contingency strategies.
4. Act as the primary liaison between the Organizational Effectiveness team and business leaders, ensuring continuity and clarity in execution.
5. Facilitate team effectiveness sessions and realignment discussions to align OD implementation with workforce capabilities and business objectives.
6. Oversee tracking mechanisms to monitor the effectiveness of the workforce transition and structural changes.
7. Partner with Client Services / HRBP business leaders and other stakeholders to lead the communications and engagement initiatives, supporting morale during the transition period.
8. Document lessons learned and continuous improvements for future organizational design implementations.

Project Management:

1. Lead the project management of change and OD implementation activities, ensuring timely delivery within scope.
2. Develop detailed project plans, including timelines, risk mitigation strategies, and resource allocation if needed.
3. Oversee cross-functional teams and project-specific change management workstream to ensure alignment on project deliverables and milestones.
4. Proactively identify risks and issues, developing solutions to mitigate potential impacts on project outcomes.
5. Maintain project status reports and provide regular project updates to key stakeholders, delivering insights into progress, challenges, and outcomes.
6. Establish a clear governance framework to ensure accountability and transparency in project execution.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in business administration, Human Resources, or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in Human Capital consulting, including Change Management, Organizational Design, Human Resources, and Project Management.
• Proven track record of leading end-to-end change management efforts for large-scale organizational initiatives.
• Expertise in organizational design strategies, principles, framework, approaches, and solutions to support business objectives and workforce planning.
• Strong project management experience with expertise in managing complex and cross-functional projects.

Preferred Qualifications:

Mid-Senior level Contract position in Accounting/Auditing, Administrative, and Advertising.

Industries: Staffing and Recruiting, Human Resources Services, and Civic and Social Organizations.