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About the Role

This 12-month maternity leave backfill position within the Talent Development team supports BDO Canada nationally. The role focuses on the delivery and evolution of talent development programming, including leadership development. The individual will lead specific programs and initiatives, ensuring high-quality execution and partnering with colleagues and stakeholders to deliver an exceptional learning experience.

Responsibilities

Lead the design, delivery, and continuous improvement of assigned talent development programs, including leadership development initiatives.
Translate broader Talent Development priorities and strategy into high-quality program experiences and execution.
Identify and recommend opportunities to strengthen, evolve, and scale existing programming.
Partner closely with the Senior Manager, Talent Programs on program priorities, enhancements, and alignment.
Manage program plans, timelines, stakeholders, and vendor relationships for assigned initiatives.
Establish and maintain appropriate measures for assigned programs, using data and feedback to demonstrate impact and inform continuous improvement.
Serve as a lead facilitator for talent and leadership development programs, workshops, and cohort-based initiatives.
Deliver engaging, practical learning experiences for audiences at varying levels across the firm, including senior leaders.
Demonstrate strong facilitation practice and adapt approach based on audience, context, and learning objectives.
Contribute facilitation expertise to program design, ensuring learning concepts are translated into practical, relevant experiences.
Support and enable others involved in program delivery by sharing facilitation practices, tools, and feedback.
Build strong, trusted relationships with colleagues, business leaders, subject matter experts, and partners across the firm.
Collaborate across Talent Development and with broader People & Culture teams to ensure programs are coordinated, relevant, and aligned to business needs.
Work effectively across a national, distributed organization, bringing together diverse perspectives and building alignment.
Listen to stakeholder and participant feedback and translate insights into practical program improvements.
Demonstrate a client-focused mindset through responsive communication, thoughtful partnership, and consistent follow-through.
Lead and develop one Coordinator, Talent Development, including goal setting, coaching, feedback, development, and performance management.
Provide clear direction and priorities while creating opportunities for the Coordinator to build capability and take greater ownership.
Model BDO leadership standards through day-to-day leadership, collaboration, and decision making.

Requirements

5–7+ years of progressive experience in talent development, leadership development, learning and development, or a related field.
Demonstrated experience leading talent or leadership development programs from design through delivery and continuous improvement.
Strong facilitation skills, including experience facilitating leadership development programs and working with senior audiences.
Strong relationship-building and collaboration skills, with demonstrated ability to work effectively across teams and stakeholder groups.
Experience translating broader strategy and business needs into practical learning solutions and program execution.
Prior experience leading or managing others through direct people leadership, team leadership, or an equivalent role.
Strong program and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple initiatives, stakeholders, and priorities simultaneously.
Ability to communicate professionally in both French and English.
Experience working within a national or centralized Talent Development, Learning & Development, or People function.
Experience within professional services or a similarly complex, stakeholder-driven environment.
Experience enhancing and scaling development programming across a large, geographically distributed organization.
Familiarity with leadership assessments, development frameworks, coaching methodologies, or related talent development tools.

Skills

Facilitation
Program Management
Leadership Development
Collaboration
Stakeholder Partnership
Learning Experience Design
People Leadership
French Communication
English Communication

Location

National (Canada)

Work Type

Hybrid
Blended Approach

Experience Level

5-7+ years

Education Level

Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Relevant certifications in areas such as assessments, coaching, facilitation, or learning are considered an asset.

Salary/Compensations

$93,000 to $141,000 annually

Benefits

Competitive total cash compensation
Comprehensive benefits from day one
Flexible personal time off policy
Reimbursement for wellness initiatives

About the Company

BDO is a firm built on a foundation of positive relationships with our people and our clients.
Offers an award-winning environment that fosters a people-first culture with a high priority on personal and professional growth.
Recognized among Canada’s Top 100 Employers for 2026.
People experience is guided by three core pillars—Do work with genuine care, Do what matters with purpose, and Do what’s next.
Committed to providing an environment where employees can be successful, engage with firm evolution, and grow professionally.
Supports achievement of personal goals and community impact.
Fosters a collaborative, inclusive environment where ideas are valued.
Encourages innovation and forward thinking.
Actively involved in communities by supporting local charity initiatives.
Code of Conduct sets clear standards for business conduct, reflecting shared values and commitments.

Equal Opportunity

Committed to creating a workplace where employees can participate fully, contribute meaningfully and succeed without barriers.
Dedicated to fostering a workplace defined by respect, fairness, and a true sense of belonging for everyone.
Recognizes and celebrates unique experiences, identities, and perspectives.
Ensures the application process is inclusive and accessible.
BDO may use artificial intelligence enabled tools to support certain aspects of the recruitment process, but human decision-making remains central.