Manager, Talent Management and Organizational Development

Are you ready to lead talent development and organizational effectiveness in a dynamic, purpose-driven organization? If you're a strategic and visionary leader passionate about building workforce capabilities and shaping the future of work, we want to hear from you!

WorkSafeBC, a respected leader in workplace health and safety across British Columbia, is looking for an experienced Manager, Talent Management & Organizational Development to join our People and Culture Division. You'll oversee the effective delivery and execution of programs, services, and processes that support departmental goals and advance WorkSafeBC's talent and leadership development priorities.

In this key role, you'll help shape and implement strategies that build strong internal talent pipelines, enhance leadership readiness, and align workforce capabilities with organizational objectives. You'll support and operationalize enterprise-wide talent development initiatives led by the Senior Manager and Director, driving programs in areas such as succession planning, leadership development, career pathing, learning pathways, co‑op student experiences, and talent calibration.

This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to meaningful change, enable growth, and help shape the future of WorkSafeBC. If you're ready to make a lasting impact and foster a culture of continuous development, apply now and be part of our transformative journey.

This is a temporary role for 12 months.

You’ll build and empower teams that serve workers and employers across B.C.

At WorkSafeBC, we offer a hybrid work model that combines working remotely and in our offices based on operational needs. In this role, you will work primarily from our Richmond Office with some flexibility to work from your home in B.C.

• Design and execute strategies and processes to ensure effective delivery and implementation of services, initiatives, and programs to support talent development and readiness and succession planning.
• Lead the implementation of Talent and OD programs by executing the roadmap set by the Senior Manager, managing internal and external resources, and aligning initiatives with WorkSafeBC's 3‑year workforce plan.
• Drive talent development and employee experience strategies, including leadership succession, talent readiness, and EDI initiatives, to support a strong and future‑ready workforce.
• Utilize data and systems (e.g., HCM, LXP) to track and report on key metrics, develop dashboards, and provide insights that inform program effectiveness and continuous improvement.
• Collaborate cross‑functionally with Learning and Development, Communications, and other stakeholders to deliver aligned programs, communicate initiatives, and stay current on best practices in talent and organizational development.
• Foster a collaborative and high‑performing team environment by promoting open communication, staff engagement, teamwork, and recognition, while supporting change and new initiatives.
• Lead the development and execution of operational plans and talent strategies, including succession planning, employee experience, and development programs aligned with WorkSafeBC's strategic priorities.
• Manage the delivery of Talent and Organizational Development (TOD) programs through a mix of internal and external resources, ensuring alignment with the organization's multi‑year workforce plan.
• Implement and evaluate talent development initiatives including leadership succession, coaching, EDI‑focused programs, and employee experience strategies to build internal capacity and readiness.
• Provide leadership and direction to assigned staff, including performance management, goal setting, coaching, hiring, and development to support individual and team success.
• Monitor and manage budgets, systems, and metrics related to talent development programs, including the use of HCM/HRMS and learning experience platforms for data tracking and visualization.
• Collaborate across departments and stakeholders such as Learning and Development, Corporate Communications, and external vendors to align initiatives and effectively communicate progress.
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