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About the Role

Reporting to the Executive Director, Change Enablement and Talent Strategy, the Manager, Talent is a subject matter expert responsible for partnering across HR, Talent, and the George Brown Polytechnic (GBP) community to deliver, refine, and continuously improve priority talent programs, processes, and practices. This role supports GBP in becoming a high-performing organization through integrated talent management practices and processes.

Responsibilities

Manages the development, design, and implementation of program delivery processes, tools, templates, and related services.
Leverages talent management trends, industry best practices, and continuous improvement to optimize programs, processes, technologies, and practices.
Partners with internal stakeholders and external vendors to design, implement, evaluate, and refine performance management, goal setting, and career development programs.
Leads the delivery of the annual employee engagement listening sessions process, including communications and execution.
Champions and embeds the Polytechnic’s anti-racism, diversity, inclusion, and equity philosophy and practice in all programs and processes.
Develops and sustains strong, collaborative partnerships with project stakeholder groups and external vendors.
Ensures talent management initiatives comply with employment legislation, collective agreements, HR policies, financial protocols, and reporting standards.
Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Four-year degree from a recognized post-secondary institution in Human Resources, Business, or a related field (or Polytechnic degree combined with equivalent depth & breadth of experience).
Minimum five (5) to seven (7) years of relevant experience as a people manager and/or in key areas of human resources or talent management.
Strong project/program management and change management experience related to organizational and people change initiatives.
Experience leading the development and implementation of large programs with a direct impact on people across an organization.
Familiarity with the implementation, configuration, and sustainment of systems, including reporting and dashboards.
Demonstrated experience in working across all levels of complex, dynamic organizations, including familiarity with senior management teams.
Proof of degrees, credentials, or equivalencies from accredited regional or federal post-secondary institutions and/or their international equivalents is required.

Skills

Functional expertise in program delivery, performance management, employee engagement, change management, continuous improvement, stakeholder engagement, and reporting/metrics are assets.
Skilled and creative problem-solving abilities.
Ability to build strong relationships, establish trust, influence decision-making, and gain consensus.
Ability to quickly understand an organization and take a collaborative, client-focused, systems approach.
Solid written and verbal communication skills.
Conflict resolution skills.
Organizational skills.
Analytical skills.
Excellent teamwork and interpersonal skills.
Demonstrated commitment to uphold the polytechnic’s priorities on equity, diversity, inclusion, and Indigenization (EDII).
Experience in a unionized setting, post-secondary institution, or public sector organization is an asset.
Experience with leveraging system reporting and dashboards.

Location

230 Richmond Street East

Work Type

Hybrid
Admin Contract

Experience Level

Manager
5-7 years relevant experience

Education Level

Four-year degree in Human Resources, Business or related field
Polytechnic degree

Salary/Compensations

Payband 11, $104,000 to $122,385 annually

Benefits

Competitive pension plan
Generous holiday and vacation time
Tuition assistance program
Discounted rates for employees taking Continuing Education courses

About the Company

George Brown Polytechnic prides itself on educating students through real-world learning, in the heart of Toronto.
Faculty and employees are supported by making George Brown a great place to work.
Consistently ranked as one of GTA’s top employers.
Offers hybrid work opportunities.
Offers an equitable work environment where everyone matters.

Equal Opportunity

George Brown Polytechnic is committed to creating and sustaining an equitable and inclusive learning and working environment.
We encourage and actively seek applications from Indigenous, Black, racialized people, visible minorities, 2SLGBTQIA+ persons, all genders, and persons with disabilities.
George Brown Polytechnic is committed to accommodating applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process, in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).