Director, Talent Management – Workforce Insights

BDO Canada

. Lead the Organizational Development, Total Rewards, HR Operations and People Analytics portfolio .

Posted 11/4/2026full-timeOakville • CanadaLeadWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Organizational Development, Total Rewards, HR Operations, and People Analytics, with a strong focus on leveraging workforce data and insights to drive strategic decision-making and improve talent management practices. Proven ability to build relationships with senior stakeholders and lead cross-functional teams to achieve organizational goals.

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Organizational Development LeadershipTotal Rewards StrategyPeople Analytics ExpertiseWorkforce Insights AnalysisTalent Management Improvement

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Hard Skills

Workforce Data AnalysisTalent ManagementHR OperationsTotal RewardsPeople AnalyticsPerformance ManagementSuccession PlanningAutomationAI IntegrationEnterprise HR Practices

Soft Skills

Relationship BuildingCommunication SkillsInfluencing SkillsJudgementBusiness Acumen

Tools & Technologies

HR SystemsAnalytics ToolsAutomation SoftwareAI Technologies

Certifications & Qualifications

Relevant Professional DesignationAdvanced Degree in Human Resources or Business

Industry Keywords

Professional ServicesComplex OrganizationsRelationship-Driven Environments

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead the Organizational Development, Total Rewards, HR Operations and People Analytics portfolio
Set priorities, accountabilities and measures of success across the portfolio
Translate firm people priorities into focused plans and practical outcomes
Use workforce data, external information and business context to identify risks and opportunities
Connect portfolio work to provide clear and consistent support to leaders and employees
Strengthen Talent Management, including performance, talent and succession practices
Improve the quality and consistency of talent discussions and decisions
Lead the workforce insights agenda and strengthen workforce reporting and analysis
Shift People Analytics from standard reporting toward insights and recommendations
Collaborate with Finance, HR Business Partners, Talent Acquisition and other stakeholders
Evolve workforce insights through analytics, technology and AI
Ensure reward programs are competitive, sustainable and aligned with business priorities
Advance reward, recognition and employee wellbeing practices
Provide strategic oversight of HR Operations, processes, systems and services
Sponsor technology, automation and AI opportunities to reduce manual work and improve service delivery
Build trusted relationships and advise senior stakeholders on talent, workforce and organizational matters
Lead and develop leaders across Organizational Development, Total Rewards, HR Operations and People Analytics

Requirements

What you’ll need

Significant progressive HR experience, including leadership responsibility for an enterprise talent, rewards, HR operations, workforce insights or related portfolio
Meaningful depth in at least one of Talent Management, Total Rewards, HR Operations or People Analytics
Range and learning agility to lead experienced specialists across the broader portfolio
Experience improving enterprise HR practices or functions and showing clear results
Track record of using workforce data and insight to influence business decisions and improve outcomes
Evidence of questioning established approaches, simplifying work and improving outcomes
Practical understanding of workforce trends, technology and AI
Demonstrated ability to lead through others, set clear priorities and build shared accountability across specialist teams
Exceptional relationship-building, communication and influencing skills, including effectiveness with senior leaders
Strong judgement and business acumen
Experience within professional services or another complex, relationship-driven organization considered a strong asset
University degree in Human Resources, Business or a related discipline
Relevant professional designation and/or advanced degree considered an asset

Benefits

Comp & perks

Award-winning people-first culture
Personal and professional growth opportunities
Extensive learning and development opportunities
Comprehensive benefits from day one
Flexible personal time off policy
Wellness initiative reimbursement
Flexible/blended work model
Local and national community and charity involvement opportunities
Inclusive and accessible application process
Competitive total cash compensation
Flexible work across office, client site, and virtual settings unless accommodations or alternative arrangements apply