Jobs in Richmond Hill, ON

Job summary

Lead the strategic and operational HR function across multiple business units and locations, aligning HR priorities with business objectives in partnership with executive leadership. Oversee talent acquisition, workforce and succession planning, leadership development, engagement, culture, change management, legal compliance, and the development of the HR team.

Job details

We are seeking an accomplished Vice President, Human Resources to join the Executive Leadership Team of a growing North American organization. This is an exciting opportunity for a strategic HR leader to shape people strategy, drive organizational transformation, strengthen leadership capabilities, and support more than 700 employees across Canada and the United States. Key Responsibilities Lead the strategic and operational HR function across multiple business units and locations. Partner with executive leadership to align HR strategy with business objectives. Oversee talent acquisition, workforce planning, succession planning, and leadership development. Drive employee engagement, organizational culture, and change management initiatives. Ensure compliance with Canadian and U.S. employment legislation. Lead and develop a high-performing HR team. Qualifications & Experience Minimum 15 years of progressive HR leadership experience, including executive-level responsibility. Experience supporting mergers and acquisitions (M&A), organizational integration, or significant business transformation initiatives. Experience within manufacturing, industrial, heavy equipment, dealership, distribution, or service-based organizations. Experience leading HR within a multi-site North American organization. Strong knowledge of Canadian and U.S. employment legislation and compliance. Proven expertise in organizational development, workforce strategy, leadership development, and business transformation. Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related discipline. Bilingual English/French communication skills are considered an asset. Strong executive presence, communication, relationship-building, and strategic decision-making skills.

What you’ll do

Lead the strategic and operational HR function across multiple business units and locations, aligning HR priorities with business objectives in partnership with executive leadership. Oversee talent acquisition, workforce and succession planning, leadership development, engagement, culture, change management, legal compliance, and the development of the HR team.

Requirements

Requires at least 15 years of progressive HR leadership experience, including executive-level responsibility, and experience with M&A, organizational integration, or significant transformation. Candidates should have multi-site North American experience, knowledge of Canadian and U.S. employment legislation, relevant organizational and leadership expertise, and a bachelor's degree in HR, business administration, or a related field; English/French bilingual skills are an asset.

Listed skills

• Change Management · Preferred
• Relationship Building · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Strategic HR Leadership
• Talent Acquisition
• Workforce Planning
• Succession Planning
• Leadership Development
• Employee Engagement
• Organizational Culture
• Change Management
• Employment Law Compliance
• Organizational Development
• Mergers And Acquisitions
• Organizational Integration
• Business Transformation
• Executive Communication
• Relationship Building
• Strategic Decision-Making

Job areas

• Human Resources
• Management & Leadership
• Manufacturing