Resource Planning Manager – AI-Driven Workforce Strategy

Doane Grant Thornton LLP; Toronto; On-site; CAD 87,000 - 114,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit sharing

Flex days

RRSP contributions

Firmwide holiday closure

Wellness benefits

Concierge-like benefits

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Job summary

Doane Grant Thornton LLP is seeking a Manager of Resource Planning in Toronto to lead a team that develops forward-looking workforce plans aligned with business priorities. You will connect revenue opportunities to resource management and drive performance through data-driven insights.

The role requires 4–7 years of team leadership in a professional services setting, familiarity with Dynamics 365 and Office 365 tools, and a collaborative, impact-focused mindset.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 to 7 years working experience managing a team in an office environment.
• Experience with Resource Management in professional services is preferred.
• Knowledge of Dynamics 365 is an asset.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office 365 tools.

Responsibilities

• Owns the development and oversight of forward-looking resource planning across their portfolio, ensuring alignment with business priorities and forecasted demand.
• Connects revenue opportunities to resource management strategies, ensuring appropriate capacity and capability to support growth.
• Accountable for overall planning quality, consistency, and integrity across teams.
• Identifies capacity constraints, skill gaps, and timeline risks across engagements.
• Applies scenario modelling and impact analysis to assess risks and evaluate options.
• Interprets and applies AI-generated insights to support informed planning and decision-making.
• Influences workforce planning decisions through data-driven insights and recommendations.
• Builds strong partnerships with senior stakeholders to align resource strategies with business objectives.
• Leads, coaches, and develops a team of Coordinators and Senior Coordinators through coaching and timely feedback.
• Champions adoption of tools, processes, and best practices across the planning function.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Data-driven decisions

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Post secondary education

Tools

Dynamics 365

Office 365 (Planner, Excel, Teams)

Job description

Doane Grant Thornton LLP is seeking a Manager of Resource Planning in Toronto to lead a team that develops forward-looking workforce plans aligned with business priorities. You will connect revenue opportunities to resource management and drive performance through data-driven insights.

The role requires 4–7 years of team leadership in a professional services setting, familiarity with Dynamics 365 and Office 365 tools, and a collaborative, impact-focused mindset.