Director, Central Workplace Operations

Aritzia; Canada; On-site; CAD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading retail company in Canada is seeking a Director of Central Workplace Operations to lead strategic design and operation of their global workplace network. The role involves ensuring operational excellence and connecting teams across various locations. Ideal candidates will possess proven leadership skills, a commitment to Aritzia's values, and experience in maximizing employee productivity. This position offers a competitive salary between $150,000 - $200,000 CAD, along with inclusive benefits and perks like product discounts and wellness resources.

Benefits

Product Discount

A-OK Commissary & Cafe

The SET Gym

Aritzia Virtual Wellness

Aspirational Workplace

Amenities including parent's room, bike rooms

Additional perks like dry cleaning discounts

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a relevant role with applicable skills.
• A strong background in business and people leadership.
• Dedication to quality and creating value.

Responsibilities

• Establish strategic design for the workplace network.
• Ensure day-to-day operations support corporate objectives.
• Maximize employee productivity and engagement.

Skills

Proven and best-in-class skills

Commitment to Aritzia's Values

Strategic collaboration skills

Ability to set clear objectives

Dedication to quality

Education

Applicable certifications and education

Job description

THE TEAM

The mission of the Workplace Operations Department is to operate a global network of Everyday Luxury Workplaces - enabling operational excellence, while providing a frictionless experience. For all our people. Everywhere.

THE OPPORTUNITY

Aritzia is growing and our Workplace Operations team is growing with it. This is a unique opportunity to be part of the team responsible for designing and planning our global workplace network, connecting our people across geographies and spaces. You will play a pivotal role in enabling seamless front‑end operations, ensuring the most important programs and initiatives are realized while fostering alignment across the department and cross‑functional partners. With people at the heart of everything we do, you will support your high‑potential people to grow rewarding careers at Aritzia - while enjoying one yourself.

THE ROLE

As the Director, Central Workplace Operations, you will lead the team to:

• Establish the strategic approach to design and operate a global network of Everyday Luxury Workplaces
• Design and plan our workplace network, connecting our people across geographies and spaces
• Maximize workforce productivity and reduce churn
• Ensure the most important programs and initiatives are realized methodologically and entrepreneurially, while connecting and organizing the division
• Work with the appropriate Business Support partners to seamlessly lead the day‑to‑day function of the department in support of corporate objectives, while enabling progressive career development and an incredible employee experience.

THE QUALIFICATIONS

• Proven and best‑in‑class skills, applicable certifications, education and/or experience
• A commitment to learn, apply, champion and enrich Aritzia's Values and Business and People Leadership principles
• The skills to collaborate strategically with cross‑functional partners in the pursuit of shared business outcomes
• The ability to set clear objectives and design a strategy that inspires the team
• A dedication to quality and investing in results and new business opportunities that add value

THE COMPENSATION

The typical hiring range for this position is $150,000-$200,000 CAD per year. The final agreed‑upon salary may vary based on factors such as job‑related knowledge, skills, and experience. Additionally, this position may be eligible for a bonus and equity.

We are always looking for top talent. If your qualifications differ from those listed above, the scope of work and final agreed‑upon salary may be adjusted to reflect your individual qualifications.

Aritzia's Everyday Luxury compensation package goes beyond the base salary with endless growth and recognition opportunities through our pay‑for‑performance philosophy. With comprehensive benefits, aspirational workspaces and elevated employee perks and experiences - we provide it all.

THE PERKS

Some of the industry‑leading benefits you will receive working at Aritzia:

• Product Discount - Maybe you've heard of our famous product discount? Or our exclusive private shopping events? You have now.
• A-OK Commissary & Cafe - Everyday Luxury dining, exclusive to Aritzia. Our in‑house bistro and cafe is a private oasis where employees can enjoy curated, subsidized Everyday Luxury dining.
• The SET - Our in‑office fitness studio and gym with state‑of‑the‑art equipment, custom‑created classes and optional personal training. Open 7 days a week, it works out well.
• Aritzia Virtual Wellness - Because your health, happiness and safety matter, we provide 24/7 resources to support you in your wellbeing goals, whether they're physical, mental, social or financial.
• Aspirational Workplace - Our offices are specially designed to be spaces of creativity, productivity and inspiration. They're also dog friendly. Woof.
• Amenities - Additional amenities include a private parent's room, shower facilities with elevated complementary conveniences, bike rooms and more.
• The Extras - We also offer a multitude of other perks like dry‑cleaning, hotel and restaurant discounts, self‑care promos and on‑site medical care.

ARITZIA

Aritzia is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Our goal is to be inclusive, diverse, and representative of the communities where we work while creating an environment where every person can enjoy a successful career. This commitment applies to all candidates and employees regardless of race, ethnicity, citizenship, creed, place of origin, religion, sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, family status, marital status, disability, age, and any other protected characteristic.

Requests for accommodation due to a disability or any other protected characteristic can be made at any stage of the recruitment process and during employment by contacting our People & Culture Team.

We're committed to making your experience positive and transparent. Please note, our recruiters will only contact you using an @aritzia.com email address. If you receive recruitment‑related messages from other domains, please disregard them.