Sr Mgr-Instructor Recruitment and Development

Merrithew®; Canada; Hybrid; CAD 90,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Merrithew®, a leader in mind-body education, seeks a Senior Manager of Instructor Recruitment and Talent Development. This hybrid role in Toronto focuses on strategic workforce planning, instructor community engagement, and career development, requiring strong skills in recruitment and program management.

Benefits

Dental care

Extended health care

Vision care

Three weeks vacation

Free Pilates classes

Qualifications

• 5 years in talent recruitment, development, or workforce planning.
• Experience within the Pilates or fitness education industry preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategic workforce plans.
• Design talent sourcing and recruitment strategies.
• Lead community engagement initiatives.

Skills

Workforce planning

Recruitment strategies

Conflict management

Interpersonal skills

Strategic thinking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Human Resources, or related field

Certification in Pilates education or a related fitness program

STOTT PILATES certification (asset)

Master’s degree in Talent Management, Coaching or Change Management (asset)

Job description

Sr Mgr-Instructor Recruitment and Development

Full Time - Hybrid Toronto, ON, CA

6 days ago Requisition ID : 1023

Salary Range : $90,000.00 To $95,000.00 Annually

Job Title : Senior Manager of Instructor Recruitment and Talent Development

About Merrithew :

Merrithew is the global leader in mind-body education and equipment. Founded in 1988, the company has trained more than 80,000 instructors and partners worldwide, developed six innovative education programs— STOTT PILATES, ZEN

• GA, Total Barre, Halo Training, Merrithew Fascial Movement and CORE Athletic Conditioning & Performance Training— and has produced an extensive line of professional and at-home equipment and accessories for personal and professional use.

Join Merrithew in its mission to inspire people worldwide to lead healthier lives through premium education programs and cutting-edge equipment. With a focus on world-class education and industry-leading equipment, Merrithew is dedicated to promoting optimal fitness and wellness for all.

Position Overview :

Merrithew is seeking a self-starter and dynamic Senior Talent Manager to lead talent and workforce initiatives for Instructor Trainers (IT), Lead Instructor Trainers (LIT), Master Instructor Trainers (MIT) and the Merrithew student community. This role will focus on strategic workforce planning, community engagement, career development, and continuous education to support the growth and success of our Instructor Trainer (IT) and student communities.

Major Responsibilities :

• Strategic Workforce Planning

Develop and implement strategic workforce plans to address regional needs, languages, and key competencies, considering demand for instructors and student support.

• Analyze workforce trends to align talent strategies with Merrithew’s business objectives and ensure an optimal talent pipeline.
• Collaborate with Education Sales, Education Programming and Studio leadership to forecast talent needs and recommend solutions to meet evolving workforce requirements.
• Create and oversee a centralized IT database that key stakeholders can access. Information will include all active ITs, their teaching credentials, languages and availability.
• Build efficiencies and require ITs to provide their availability to teach, up front, on an annual basis and if they are open to international travel.
• Student & Instructor Recruitment

Design and execute talent sourcing and recruitment strategies to attract high-caliber students and instructors, ensuring a strong talent pool.

• Partner with marketing and education teams to develop campaigns that increase program visibility and engage potential recruits.
• Work with global LTC and HTC partners to identify potential IT candidates coming through their courses, on a regular basis.
• Manage the recruitment lifecycle for all prospective talent, from attraction to on-boarding, fostering a diverse and inclusive community.
• Instructor (IT / CI) Community and Engagement Initiatives

Lead initiatives to foster a strong, engaged community of Instructor Trainers (IT), Lead Instructor Trainers (LIT), Master Instructor Trainers (MIT) and Certified Instructors (CI). Create and implement programs to strengthen relationships and enhance engagement across the instructor network.

• Offer a brand ambassador program with special perks and discounts for this select group.
• Develop communication strategies to connect with the instructor community and encourage ongoing interaction and knowledge sharing.
• Conduct quarterly Town Halls with the IT community to provide updates, answer questions and foster collaboration and sharing of ideas.
• Work with the Marketing team to offer content and filming opportunities at head office or to add content to the Merrithew Connect platform.
• Create an internal / external committee to meet quarterly and discuss new programming ideas, based on market feedback and demand.
• Recognition Program Development

Build and launch a comprehensive recognition program to celebrate Students, Certified Instructor and Instructor Trainer achievements and contributions.

• Develop tools and resources to facilitate recognition, including awards, certifications, and public acknowledgment initiatives.
• Regularly evaluate the recognition program’s impact and make improvements to ensure it resonates with the community.

Participate in the content and programming development processes by collecting and / or providing input from all IT levels community.

• Co-design, implement and promote career pathways, including a Mosaic Career Model, to support instructor career development within Merrithew or externally.
• Provide mentoring and guidance to the different career pathways for students and IT (Studio Owner Path, Master Instructor Path, Corporate Instructor, etc.).
• Work closely with instructors and trainers to identify growth opportunities and provide tailored guidance for career advancement.
• Design resources and tools that encourage career progression, skill development, and long-term engagement with Merrithew.

Drive continued education initiatives to support the professional growth of Instructor Trainers and Master Instructor Trainers.

• Oversee the development and delivery of ongoing training programs, workshops, and certification opportunities.
• Ensure that continued education aligns with industry standards and addresses the evolving needs of the Pilates and fitness communities.
• All other IT training programs that aim to develop new skills in different fields and that round their career opportunities.

Qualifications : Education :

• Certification in Pilates education or a related fitness program.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Human Resources, Organizational Development, or related field.
• STOTT PILATES certification is an asset.
• Master’s degree or certification in Talent Management, Coaching or Change Management is an asset.

Experience : Strong Acumen in the Pilates industry is an excellent asset for this role.

• 5 years in any talent recruitment, development fields, workforce planning, or community building.
• Demonstrated experience within the Pilates or fitness education industry, particularly with instructor communities.

Skills :

• Good understanding of workforce planning and recruitment strategies.
• Strong conflict management skills, using tools and models.
• Ability to lead teams, directly or indirectly, and able to gain stakeholder support.
• Focus on building trusted relations in a fast-paced environment.
• Design a Talent dashboard and metrics that focuses on the business and the brand contribution impact.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills to engage diverse audiences, including students, instructors and independent contractors.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to engage with diverse audiences.
• Ability to develop programs that foster community and enhance engagement.
• Strategic thinking with a focus on long-term workforce solutions and career development.
• The position will be based in Toronto and global travel is required during the year.

Job Types : Full-time, Permanent (Hybrid)

Benefits :

Sr Mgr-Instructor Recruitment and Development

Full Time - Hybrid Toronto, ON, CA

6 days ago Requisition ID : 1023

Salary Range : $90,000.00 To $95,000.00 Annually

Job Title : Senior Manager of Instructor Recruitment and Talent Development

Date : Dec 2024

About Merrithew :

Merrithew is the global leader in mind-body education and equipment. Founded in 1988, the company has trained more than 80,000 instructors and partners worldwide, developed six innovative education programs— STOTT PILATES, ZEN

• GA, Total Barre, Halo Training, Merrithew Fascial Movement and CORE Athletic Conditioning & Performance Training— and has produced an extensive line of professional and at-home equipment and accessories for personal and professional use.

Join Merrithew in its mission to inspire people worldwide to lead healthier lives through premium education programs and cutting-edge equipment. With a focus on world-class education and industry-leading equipment, Merrithew is dedicated to promoting optimal fitness and wellness for all.

Position Overview :

Merrithew is seeking a self-starter and dynamic Senior Talent Manager to lead talent and workforce initiatives for Instructor Trainers (IT), Lead Instructor Trainers (LIT), Master Instructor Trainers (MIT) and the Merrithew student community. This role will focus on strategic workforce planning, community engagement, career development, and continuous education to support the growth and success of our Instructor Trainer (IT) and student communities.

Major Responsibilities :

Strategic Workforce Planning

Develop and implement strategic workforce plans to address regional needs, languages, and key competencies, considering demand for instructors and student support.

Analyze workforce trends to align talent strategies with Merrithew’s business objectives and ensure an optimal talent pipeline.

Collaborate with Education Sales, Education Programming and Studio leadership to forecast talent needs and recommend solutions to meet evolving workforce requirements.

Create and oversee a centralized IT database that key stakeholders can access. Information will include all active ITs, their teaching credentials, languages and availability.

Build efficiencies and require ITs to provide their availability to teach, up front, on an annual basis and if they are open to international travel.

Student & Instructor Recruitment

Design and execute talent sourcing and recruitment strategies to attract high-caliber students and instructors, ensuring a strong talent pool.

Partner with marketing and education teams to develop campaigns that increase program visibility and engage potential recruits.

Work with global LTC and HTC partners to identify potential IT candidates coming through their courses, on a regular basis.

Manage the recruitment lifecycle for all prospective talent, from attraction to on-boarding, fostering a diverse and inclusive community.

Instructor (IT / CI) Community and Engagement Initiatives

Lead initiatives to foster a strong, engaged community of Instructor Trainers (IT), Lead Instructor Trainers (LIT), Master Instructor Trainers (MIT) and Certified Instructors (CI). Create and implement programs to strengthen relationships and enhance engagement across the instructor network.

Offer a brand ambassador program with special perks and discounts for this select group.

Develop communication strategies to connect with the instructor community and encourage ongoing interaction and knowledge sharing.

Conduct quarterly Town Halls with the IT community to provide updates, answer questions and foster collaboration and sharing of ideas.

Work with the Marketing team to offer content and filming opportunities at head office or to add content to the Merrithew Connect platform.

Create an internal / external committee to meet quarterly and discuss new programming ideas, based on market feedback and demand.

Recognition Program Development

Build and launch a comprehensive recognition program to celebrate Students, Certified Instructor and Instructor Trainer achievements and contributions.

Develop tools and resources to facilitate recognition, including awards, certifications, and public acknowledgment initiatives.

Regularly evaluate the recognition program’s impact and make improvements to ensure it resonates with the community.

Career Growth Initiatives

Participate in the content and programming development processes by collecting and / or providing input from all IT levels community.

Co-design, implement and promote career pathways, including a Mosaic Career Model, to support instructor career development within Merrithew or externally.

Provide mentoring and guidance to the different career pathways for students and IT (Studio Owner Path, Master Instructor Path, Corporate Instructor, etc.).

Work closely with instructors and trainers to identify growth opportunities and provide tailored guidance for career advancement.

Design resources and tools that encourage career progression, skill development, and long-term engagement with Merrithew.

Continued Education

Drive continued education initiatives to support the professional growth of Instructor Trainers and Master Instructor Trainers.

Oversee the development and delivery of ongoing training programs, workshops, and certification opportunities.

Ensure that continued education aligns with industry standards and addresses the evolving needs of the Pilates and fitness communities.

All other IT training programs that aim to develop new skills in different fields and that round their career opportunities.

Qualifications : Education :

Certification in Pilates education or a related fitness program.

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Human Resources, Organizational Development, or related field.

STOTT PILATES certification is an asset.

Master’s degree or certification in Talent Management, Coaching or Change Management is an asset.

Experience : Strong Acumen in the Pilates industry is an excellent asset for this role.

5 years in any talent recruitment, development fields, workforce planning, or community building.

Demonstrated experience within the Pilates or fitness education industry, particularly with instructor communities.

Skills :

Strong Program / Project Management skills.

Good understanding of workforce planning and recruitment strategies.

Strong conflict management skills, using tools and models.

Ability to lead teams, directly or indirectly, and able to gain stakeholder support.

Focus on building trusted relations in a fast-paced environment.

Design a Talent dashboard and metrics that focuses on the business and the brand contribution impact.

Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills to engage diverse audiences, including students, instructors and independent contractors.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to engage with diverse audiences.

Ability to develop programs that foster community and enhance engagement.

Strategic thinking with a focus on long-term workforce solutions and career development.

The position will be based in Toronto and global travel is required during the year.

Job Types : Full-time, Permanent (Hybrid)

Benefits :

Dental care

Extended health care

Vision care

Three weeks vacation

Free Pilates classes

Merrithew is committed to providing accessible employment practices that comply with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).

Merrithew is committed to providing a barrier-free access workplace. If you need accommodation at any stage of your application, or want more information on our accommodation policies, please contact us at [emailprotected] .

Merrithew is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our organization respects and follows the letter and spirit of the Ontario Human Rights Code. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or any other code grounds.

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