Senior Manager Talent Programs

Algonquin College; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 117,000 - 157,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Ottawa is looking for a Senior Manager, Talent Programs. This role involves leading HR initiatives, developing talent programs, and enhancing the employee experience across the college. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in HR with a focus on collaboration, strategic thinking, and inclusion. The position offers competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional growth, highlighting the organization's commitment to innovation and community impact.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits

Learning and development opportunities

Flexible work arrangements

Qualifications

• Proven experience leading across multiple HR disciplines.
• Ability to translate strategy into practical, people-centered solutions.
• Collaborative approach with stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Talent Acquisition & Workforce Management team.
• Design and deploy College-wide HR programs.
• Provide strategic guidance on organizational design.

Skills

Leadership in HR

Strategic thinking

Collaboration

Passion for inclusion

Job description

Overview

Please Note: If you are a current Algonquin College employee, apply to this job via the Workday application.

Department: People and Culture

Position Type: Full-Time Administrative

Salary Range: $117,333.00 - $156,441.00 - Annual

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 36.25

Anticipated Start Date: March 16, 2026

Length of Contract:

Posting Information

This job posting is now accepting applications from all qualified individuals.

Posting Closing Date: February 19, 2026

Please note: jobs are posted until 11:59 pm on the job closing date.

Land Acknowledgment:

Algonquin College campuses in Ottawa, Perth and Pembroke are located on the traditional unceded, and unsurrendered territory of the Anishinàbe Algonquin People. The Algonquin People have inhabited and cared for these lands since time immemorial. We take this time to express our gratitude and respect to them and to the land for all that it has provided and will continue to provide.

Job Description

We are seeking a seasoned HR leader who thrives on variety, strategy, and connection. Algonquin College is seeking a Senior Manager, Talent Programs to join our dynamic team and help shape the future of our people and culture.

This is an exciting opportunity for a strong HR generalist or an HR professional with deep, multidisciplinary experience across areas such as talent management, employee relations, labour relations, organizational development, and change leadership.

The ideal candidate will bring:

• Proven experience leading across multiple HR disciplines
• Strong strategic thinking and the ability to translate strategy into practical, people-centered solutions
• A highly collaborative approach, partnering effectively with leaders, peers, and stakeholders
• Positive energy, credibility, and sound judgment, with a genuine passion for supporting people and building inclusive workplaces

The Senior Manager, Talent Programs is a strategic leader reporting to the Director, People and Culture and is accountable for building a best‑in‑class employee experience by designing, developing, and deploying College‑wide programs that ensure Algonquin College has the talent, leadership strength, and organizational capability required to achieve its strategic and operational goals.

This role provides leadership to the Talent Acquisition & Workforce Management team and the Employee Learning & Development team, driving excellence in talent sourcing, leadership development, employee learning, performance and succession planning, and organizational capability building. The Senior Manager leads the College’s equity attraction strategy and champions inclusion, equity, diversity, and accessibility principles across all talent processes, ensuring programs and practices support a welcoming and barrier‑free employee experience.

The Senior Manager serves as a key advisor to senior academic and administrative leaders, providing strategic guidance on organizational design, departmental restructuring, workforce optimization, and talent implications of organizational change. The role leads the modernization of HR through the advancement of a digital HR strategy focused on automation, process optimization, and the responsible adoption of artificial intelligence to enhance decision‑making, candidate and employee experiences, and overall HR service delivery. A central component of this leadership includes maximizing the use and adoption of Workday to streamline end‑to‑end HR processes, strengthen data integrity and analytics, and drive user‑centered improvements across recruitment, learning, performance, and talent management modules.

The Senior Manager oversees the operational, financial, and people leadership responsibilities of the portfolio, fostering high performance, innovation, and collaboration. As a member of the HR management team, the incumbent represents the College on internal committees and external forums, builds constructive relationships with union partners, and provides strategic and operational talent management advice to the Executive Team, Deans, Directors, Chairs, and Managers. Through forward‑looking leadership, the Senior Manager advances scalable and compliant talent practices, builds organizational readiness, and strengthens the College’s ability to attract, develop, and retain exceptional talent.

At Algonquin College, you’ll be part of an organization that values innovation, learning, and community impact—where HR plays a trusted and influential role.

If this sounds like you, or if you know someone who would be a great fit, we’d love to connect. Please apply via Algonquin's Career site or share within your network.

Why Join Algonquin College?

• Compensation: Many roles offer a competitive base salary and comprehensive benefits, including health, dental, and retirement plans designed to support your well-being. Eligibility for benefits vary by position.
• Learning and Development Opportunities: Access to training, tuition assistance programs (Algonquin College courses and degree completion), certifications, workshops, and professional courses that allow you to grow and advance in your career. Availability depends on role and employment status.
• Company Culture: Our values of caring, learning, integrity, and respect define how we interact with one another. We foster a supportive and collaborative environment. Algonquin College has been recognized by Forbes as one of Canada’s Best Employers for 2025 and one of Canada’s Best Employers for Diversity for 2024
• Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Accessibility (IDEA): We are proud to be the first Ontario college to implement an Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion policy, fostering an inclusive workplace where all employees feel respected and valued. Inclusion & Diversity
• Flexible Work Arrangement Policy: Select positions are eligible for hybrid work in accordance with the College’s Flexible Work Arrangement Policy.

How We Use AI in Hiring

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Accessibility

Algonquin College values diversity and is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable, and culturally respectful workplace. We offer an inclusive work environment and encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, including Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, members of racialized groups, and individuals from diverse communities. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact the Human Resources department at [e-mail]. While we thank all those who apply, only those to be interviewed will be contacted.