Director, HR

ASSA ABLOY Opening Solutions

. Lead the national delivery of core HR programs and people operations across a multi-site, multi-province Canadian organization .

Posted 10/22/2026full-timeOakville • CanadaLead💰 CA$145,000 - CA$165,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in leading HR programs and people operations across multi-site organizations, with a strong focus on employee relations, compliance with Canadian employment standards, and integration during mergers and acquisitions.

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HR Program LeadershipEmployee Relations ExpertiseMergers And Acquisitions IntegrationCanadian Employment Standards MasteryPeople Leadership Experience

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Hard Skills

Workforce AnalyticsPerformance ManagementCompensation AdministrationWorkplace InvestigationsHR Policy DevelopmentOrganizational DesignRetention Metrics AnalysisStatutory ComplianceOperational SupportEmployee Accommodations

Soft Skills

Team CohesionMentoringCoachingResults-DrivenSelf-Directed

Certifications & Qualifications

CHRLCPHR

Industry Keywords

Human Resources ManagementIndustrial RelationsBusiness AdministrationEmployee Relations PracticesWorkforce PlanningNational HR PoliciesVendor RelationshipsSalary Band AdministrationHeadcount BudgetingCultural Transitions

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead the national delivery of core HR programs and people operations across a multi-site, multi-province Canadian organization
Lead, mentor, and coach three Regional HR Managers supporting branch operations across Canada
Foster team cohesion, accountability, and operational consistency across provinces
Serve as the national subject-matter expert on complex employee relations, workplace investigations, human rights matters, and accommodations
Advise senior leaders and regional teams on disciplinary actions, performance management, and separations
Standardize workplace practices and documentation to mitigate organizational liability
Direct HR integration workstreams for newly acquired businesses across Canada
Align workforce structures, cultural transitions, and people processes during acquisitions
Lead harmonization and rollout of national HR policies, compensation bands, benefits programs, and onboarding
Monitor integration milestones and mitigate friction during transitions
Direct annual compensation reviews, salary band administration, and market benchmarking
Oversee national benefits programs and vendor relationships
Collaborate on workforce planning, headcount budgeting, and organizational design
Prepare business cases and executive recommendations regarding organizational investments and restructuring
Use workforce analytics, retention metrics, and turnover trends to inform people strategies
Partner with Talent Acquisition, Payroll, Health & Safety, and Training teams to streamline workflows
Modernize HR service delivery across field operations
Travel approximately 20%–30% across Canadian regional branches

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources Management, Industrial Relations, Business Administration, or a related field
8+ years of progressive HR experience, including multi-site or national operational support in Canada
3+ years in a people-leadership capacity directly managing HR Business Partners or HR Managers
Deep technical mastery of Canadian employment standards, human rights legislation, and employee relations practices across multiple provinces (Ontario, Quebec, and Western Canada)
Demonstrated hands-on experience leading HR integration activities for mergers and acquisitions
CHRL, CPHR, or equivalent professional designation is strongly preferred
Ability to balance statutory compliance with commercial reality
Results-driven and self-directed, with a focus on functional delivery and operational support
Demonstrated operational ownership and hands-on execution
Ability to manage high workloads sustainably during demanding integration periods

Benefits

Comp & perks

Regular feedback, training, and development opportunities
Career growth opportunities locally, regionally, or internationally