Regional People Services Manager - Eastern Canada

About the Role

This position represents a partnership opportunity with a client company seeking a Regional People Services Manager to lead the Eastern Canada region. The role focuses on shaping workforce strategy and elevating organizational performance across a broad, multi-site regional footprint. As a strategic human resources partner, you will collaborate with leadership teams to build robust talent pipelines, enhance employee engagement, and drive impactful business outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with regional and district leaders to formulate strategic people plans that align with business goals, operational efficiency, and financial targets.
• Identify and nurture internal talent for future leadership roles, developing strong succession pipelines.
• Advise leaders on talent assessment, succession planning, performance management, and employee growth initiatives.
• Enhance organizational capabilities through effective use of talent management systems, processes, and analytics.
• Analyze workforce metrics and talent data to forecast needs and uncover growth opportunities.
• Design and facilitate training programs aimed at strengthening individual and team competencies, with attention to French-language materials.
• Coach leadership on the execution of learning initiatives and successful role transitions.
• Monitor and improve training effectiveness by gathering feedback and adjusting materials accordingly.
• Drive initiatives to improve employee engagement by linking workplace culture, team dynamics, and business results.
• Work with employee relations to handle workplace issues, fostering a positive and inclusive environment.
• Support recruitment strategies through external talent pipeline development and candidate selection aligned with organizational culture.
• Engage actively in leadership hiring processes to promote diversity and inclusion.
• Ensure compliance with employment laws and HR best practices across multiple locations.

Candidate Profile

• Post-secondary education in Business, Human Resources, or a related discipline, or comparable professional experience.
• Minimum of 5 years' experience as an HR generalist, people leader, or operational HR partner within a multi-site context.
• Proven ability to deliver measurable business impact through talent management, engagement, and workforce programs.
• In-depth knowledge of talent acquisition, performance management, employee engagement, and organizational development.
• Bilingual proficiency in French and English, both written and spoken.
• Strong communication, coaching, influencing, and interpersonal skills.
• Capability to provide thoughtful challenges and strategic insights to stakeholders respectfully.
• Excellent organizational, prioritization, and time management skills.
• Comfort with HR technology, systems, reporting tools, and digital platforms.
• Analytical skills to interpret data trends and translate findings into strategies.
• Proactive problem-solving with a continuous improvement mindset.
• Cultural agility to connect with diverse individuals and perspectives.
• Readiness to travel 25-50%, including domestic and occasional international trips, with access to a personal vehicle.

Benefits Offered

• Competitive salary within a CAD 101,272 - 151,907 range.
• Remote working options based in Montreal, Quebec City, or Ottawa.
• Structured onboarding and ongoing training programs from the start.
• Access to internal professional development and career advancement opportunities.
• Comprehensive extended health coverage for full-time staff.
• Employer-paid life insurance and accidental death & dismemberment benefits.
• Group RRSP with matching contributions from the employer.
• Paid leave supporting work-life balance.
• Mental health support and wellness initiatives.
• Opportunity to contribute to an organization with a mission-driven, community-focused culture emphasizing sustainability.
• Inclusive workplace embracing diverse backgrounds and experiences.