Job Description

Our employees are at the heart of everything we do. Together, we help people, businesses, and society prosper in good times and be resilient in bad times.

Our employee promise represents Intact's commitment to you in exchange for living our Values, striving to do your best work, being open to change and investing in your career. In return, we promise to provide support, opportunities and performance-led financial rewards at a workplace where you can shape the future, win as a team and grow with us.

About the role

We are looking for a highly skilled and motivated leader to help guide our HR organization forward. In the role of

Manager, HR Strategy & People Experience

, you will bring proven experience in leading and executing HR strategies and programs, working collaboratively across HR functions and the business, to improve the experience of leaders and employees at scale.

What you'll do here :

HR Strategy, Change Management & Communications

Participate in the research and insight gathering to inform our strategic HR plan. Use data and a delivery-oriented mindset to identify patterns and trends, making data-driven recommendations and measuring the impact of HR solutions on the business. Help formalize our People priorities and identify key strategic projects. Provide regular updates to our Senior HR leaders on progression (milestones, metrics against our objectives, key risks) Lead various working and action committees, acting as a strategic advisor to leaders and HR business unit managers - providing alignment to guide strategic decisions to meet our HR operational plans. Provide change management expertise on key strategic HR projects and build change management capabilities within the HR function. Oversee departmental communications in collaboration with Corporate Communications, ensuring HR teams have clarity on our strategy, work underway and their role in supporting. In partnership with the HR PMO lead, identify synergies across the delivery and cyclical HR activities to ensure a consistent execution of people priorities and strategic HR programs in an efficient and effective way.

People Experience Programs & Policies

Manage the optimization and delivery of critical people experience programs including onboarding, employee engagement, recognition, performance management and hybrid world. Provide oversight and management of other employee policies as required - including but not limited to flexible work arrangement, office presence, dress code, service awards, recognition and employee perks.

Team Leadership and Development

Lead a team, coach, and mentor others, fostering a culture of continuous learning, growth, and inclusivity to support individual and team development. Nurture a high-performance environment and implement a people strategy that attracts, retains, develops, and motivates the team.

What you bring to the table:

Progressive experience in an advisory role, strategy, HR or corporate communications. Strong project management skills with the ability to adapt to a changing organization. Ability to manage multiple initiatives concurrently from tactical through to strategic. Excellent leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with teams and stakeholders at all levels of the organization up to the most senior levels. Solid business acumen and/or natural curiosity and an impressive track record of delivering reason and results. Exceptional communication skills with the ability to convey complex concepts in a clear and simple manner that motivates and focuses others. Demonstrated experience in delivering on data-informed decisions and results. High energy, resilient self-starter with the ability to optimize effort, time and outcomes to deliver high impact. For candidates located in Quebec, bilingualism is required considering the necessity to interact on a regular basis with English-speaking colleagues across the country.


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What we offer

Our hybrid work model provides the balance between working from home and enjoying meaningful in-person interactions.


Working here means you'll be empowered to be and do your best every day. Here is some of what you can expect as a permanent member of our team:


A financial rewards program that recognizes your success An industry leading Employee Share Purchase Plan; we match 50% of net shares purchased An extensive flex pension and benefits package, with access to virtual healthcare Flexible work arrangements Possibility to purchase up to 5 extra days off per year An annual wellness account that promotes an active and healthy lifestyle Access to tools and resources to support physical and mental health, embracing change and connecting with colleagues A dynamic workplace learning ecosystem complete with learning journeys, interactive online content, and inspiring programs Inclusive employee-led networks to educate, inspire, amplify voices, build relationships and provide development opportunities Inspiring leaders and colleagues who will lift you up and help you grow A Community Impact program, because what you care about is a part of what makes you different. And how you contribute to your community should be just as unique.

We are an equal opportunity employer

At Intact, our Value of respect is founded on seeing diversity as a strength. We strive to create an accessible workplace where employees feel valued, included and encouraged to share their unique perspectives.

We encourage applications from individuals who are members of equity-deserving groups, including but not limited to women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, Black people, and members of the 2SLGBTQI+ community.

As part of Intact's commitment to reconciliation, we acknowledge that we work, meet and travel across the land currently called Canada, originally inhabited by First Nations, Metis and Inuit people. This history extends through many centuries and continues to evolve today.

We have policies to ensure equal access and participation for people with disabilities, including providing workplace adjustments (accommodations). A copy of applicable policies is available on request.

If we can provide a specific adjustment to make the recruitment process more accessible for you, please let us know when we reach out about a job opportunity. We'll work with you to meet your needs.

Learn more about our recruitment process and your candidate journey here.

If you are an employee of Intact or belairdirect, please apply for this role on Internal Career Site.