Vice President, Talent & Diversity (HR)

TL;DR

Vice President, Talent & Diversity (HR): Leading the operationalization of talent and diversity strategies for a major Canadian health charity with an accent on total rewards, EDI integration, and workforce planning. Focus on strengthening the employee lifecycle, managing complex employee relations, and aligning people practices with organizational mission and values.

Location: Hybrid (Canada), requirement to visit the Toronto office on occasion

Company

One of Canada’s most respected health charities, championing life-saving research and support for people affected by heart disease and stroke.

What you will do

• Serve as a trusted advisor to the SVP, CEO, and Leadership Team on talent strategy and workforce planning.
• Lead all HR functions, including talent acquisition, employee relations, and performance management.
• Oversee total rewards programs, including compensation, pension, benefits, and wellness.
• Drive the internal EDI strategy, embedding equitable practices and inclusive leadership throughout the organization.
• Partner with Internal Communications and L&D to align culture, engagement, and organizational capability.
• Mentor and develop a team of HR professionals to ensure operational excellence and regulatory compliance.

Requirements

• University degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Professional HR designation (e.g., CHRL, CHRE) required.
• Significant leadership experience overseeing HR and total rewards in a mid-sized complex organization.
• Strong understanding of Canadian employment legislation and HR best practices.
• Demonstrated experience integrating EDI strategies into people systems and organizational practices.
• Proficiency with HRIS systems and the use of people analytics for strategic decision-making.

Culture & Benefits

• Caring and high-performance culture grounded in inclusiveness, wellness, and respect.
• Deep organizational commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion, anti-racism, and reconciliation.
• Hybrid work environment with employees distributed across Canada.
• Mission-driven workplace focused on life-saving health research and public awareness.