Senior Director of Human Resources

About the Role

This executive leadership vacancy based in Canada focuses on directing strategic human resources initiatives while ensuring operational excellence within regional teams. The role demands collaboration with senior management to enhance organizational effectiveness, talent acquisition strategies, and overall employee experience on a global scale.

The Senior Director will balance strategic HR partnerships with regional leadership responsibilities, significantly impacting company culture, performance metrics, and workforce development programs. Working closely with global HR units and business leaders, the position aims to synchronize people strategies aligned with corporate goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with global HR leadership to create aligned strategies, share best practices, and tailor approaches to regional needs.
• Serve as a strategic consultant to senior executives, advising on organizational structure, workforce planning, and change initiatives.
• Provide HR support for essential business areas, including customer-facing teams and corporate functions.
• Oversee HR operations, employee relations, and regulatory compliance across the Americas region.
• Lead and mentor diverse HR teams to promote teamwork, accountability, and operational success.
• Partner with Centers of Excellence such as Talent Acquisition, Talent Management, Compensation, and Benefits to implement effective HR programs.
• Utilize data analytics and workforce insights to measure organizational performance and support strategic decisions.
• Enhance HR processes and employee experiences by leveraging technology and automation.
• Work with leadership to improve performance management, employee engagement, and organizational wellness.
• Ensure adherence to legal employment standards while fostering an inclusive and positive workplace environment.

Candidate Profile and Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, Finance, or related discipline; a Master's degree or MBA is preferred.
• Minimum of 10 years progressive HR experience, including leadership of HR business partnerships and operations.
• Demonstrated experience managing HR strategies across multiple locations or regions.
• Proven ability to collaborate in global matrixed organizations, spanning different time zones.
• Track record of advising senior executives on organizational strategies, talent development, and workforce challenges.
• Experience guiding HR teams and handling complex employee relations issues.
• Proficient with HR technology solutions such as Workday and ServiceNow or similar platforms.
• Data-oriented approach leveraging metrics and analytics to drive business decisions.
• Excellent communication, influencing skills, and stakeholder relationship management.
• Skillfully balances long-term strategic planning with practical operational problem-solving.

Benefits and Perks

• Competitive base salary aligned with expertise and qualifications.
• Remote work flexibility allowing collaboration within a global environment.
• Comprehensive health benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Life insurance and disability protections.
• Retirement savings plan offerings.
• Paid time off along with adaptable leave policies.
• Support for parental leave and adoption assistance.
• Educational support including tuition reimbursement and professional certification aid.
• Employee referral incentives and performance-based rewards.
• Chance to shape organizational culture and scale HR practices in a fast-growing technology firm.

Additional Information

This position is posted on behalf of a partner company that handles applications and subsequent recruitment steps directly. The company utilizes an AI-enhanced selection process to ensure unbiased, efficient candidate evaluation. All final hiring determinations and communications are managed internally by the partner.

Data privacy is rigorously observed with candidates’ information processed under applicable laws, including GDPR. Use of AI tools assists recruitment but does not replace human decision-making.