Our employees are at the heart of everything we do. Together, we help people, businesses, and society prosper in good times and be resilient in bad times.
Our employee promise represents Intact’s commitment to you in exchange for living our Values, striving to do your best work, being open to change and investing in your career. In return, we promise to provide support, opportunities and performance-led financial rewards at a workplace where you can shape the future, win as a team and grow with us.
About the role
We are looking for a Senior Human Resources Consultant to support our Direct Distribution group in Canada.
In this role you will be a strategic leadership and human resources consultant to senior leaders and their teams for one of Canada’s largest and fastest growing financial services companies. You will play a leadership advisory role, continually assessing and anticipating the needs and impacts of your business partners, helping to drive change and connecting our teams and people to our strategy. You will play a lead role in talent identification, management, and coaching of your business partners promoting a strong and engaged culture.
What you’ll do here:
Provide professional coaching and human resources guidance and advice to our business partners, considering market best practices, strategic and organizational context while being aligned with the laws, regulations, and organizational values.
Work with business partners to conduct needs analysis and identify talent management strategies that drive strong organizational structure, proactive resource planning and development and retention of individuals throughout the company.
Develop long-term, comprehensive picture of the organization’s people goals and identify methods and opportunities to achieving those goals.
Lead projects and support our ongoing transformation and deployment of corporate initiatives and programs.
Challenge the status quo by analyzing the facts, asking questions, adding new perspectives, and thinking strategically.
Curiosity to seek to understand and respond to complex questions related to all areas of human resources including but not limited to disability management, engagement, compensation, talent, and performance management.
Facilitate the deployment of our people strategies and initiatives led by the Centre of Expertise (CoE)
Conduct investigations and assist managers in conflict management and other issues.
What you bring to the table:
University degree in Industrial Relations or Human Resources Management or combination of Education and relevant experience
6+ years of progressive experience in human resources
Demonstrated ability to understand business and culture drivers and translate them into critical talent strategies and initiatives
Exceptional influencing, communication, and relationship-building skills.
Proven track record of raising leadership awareness, cultivating engagement, and creating alignment across teams and levels within the company
A flexible, agile, and resilient approach to working in a dynamic ever-changing organizational environment, high tolerance for ambiguity with motivation to bring clarity and confidence.
Bilingualism in French and English is required considering the necessity to interact on a regular basis with English-speaking colleagues across the country.
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What we offer
Working here means you'll be empowered to be and do your best every day. Here is some of what you can expect as a permanent member of our team:
A financial rewards program that recognizes your success
An industry leading Employee Share Purchase Plan; we match 50% of net shares purchased
An extensive flex pension and benefits package, with access to virtual healthcare
Flexible work arrangements
Possibility to purchase up to 5 extra days off per year
An annual wellness account that promotes an active and healthy lifestyle
Access to tools and resources to support physical and mental health, embracing change and connecting with colleagues
A dynamic workplace learning ecosystem complete with learning journeys, interactive online content, and inspiring programs
Inclusive employee-led networks to educate, inspire, amplify voices, build relationships and provide development opportunities
Inspiring leaders and colleagues who will lift you up and help you grow
A Community Impact program, because what you care about is a part of what makes you different. And how you contribute to your community should be just as unique.
We are an equal opportunity employer
At Intact, our Value of respect is founded on seeing diversity as a strength. We strive to create an accessible workplace where employees feel valued, included and encouraged to share their unique perspectives.
We encourage applications from individuals who are members of equity-deserving groups, including but not limited to women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, Black people, and members of the 2SLGBTQI+ community.
As part of Intact’s commitment to reconciliation, we acknowledge that we work, meet and travel across the land currently called Canada, originally inhabited by First Nations, Metis and Inuit people. This history extends through many centuries and continues to evolve today.
We have policies to ensure equal access and participation for people with disabilities, including providing workplace adjustments (accommodations). A copy of applicable policies is available on request.
If we can provide a specific adjustment to make the recruitment process more accessible for you, please let us know when we reach out about a job opportunity. We’ll work with you to meet your needs.
Learn more about our recruitment process and your candidate journey here.
If you are an employee of Intact or belairdirect, please apply for this role on Internal Career Site.
