Chief People Officer - Halifax, Canada - VenorTalent

VenorTalent

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Halifax, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

SaltWire Network is a prominent media company based in Atlantic Canada.

As an influential player in the media landscape, SaltWire Network is committed to delivering impactful stories that resonate with communities across the Atlantic provinces.

Become part of the dynamic and collaborative team, that is shaping the narrative of local and regional news.

SaltWire Network is seeking a Chief People Officer (CPO) to join their team.

Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer, this role will be responsible for driving the people function, culture, structure, and policies.

As a strategic partner, the CPO will provide expertise and direction for the full scope of the HR function, aligning it with the organization's mission and strategic goals.

Reporting to the COO, the CPO will collaborate with the Executive Team to execute the organizational goals and serve as a thought partner to the CEO, COO, and Executive Team.

The CPO will lead and mentor the HR team, ensuring timely and effective handling of daily HR operations.

Core Responsibilities
Strategic

Develop and implement a human resources plan aligned with SaltWire's mission and strategy to build a highperforming culture of success, accountability, transparency, and collaboration.
Act as a strategic partner to the Executive Team, providing innovative thinking and problemsolving on critical HR issues.
Optimize the HR function and refine key processes to achieve strategic objectives.
Provide HR guidance on projects, analytics, training, change management, diversity, inclusion, and organizational design.

Operational

Proactively manage resource allocation, recruitment, and assimilation of highpotential talent.
Enhance talent attraction, retention, development, and succession through effective people initiatives and processes.
Oversee compensation practices, including salary benchmarking and surveys.
Guide the HR team in supporting Performance Management, Talent Acquisition, Health & Safety, Learning & Development, Engagement, Benefits, Rewards, Policy, and Compliance.
Interact with vendors and external partners to maintain relationships and negotiate contracts.
Partner with legal to ensure compliance and mitigate organizational risks.

Culture and Development

Build relationships with SaltWire employees, offering advice and counsel on HR, cultural, and organizational issues.
Executive sponsor of the Mental Health and Culture committees
Coach and counsel executive to develop their teams for improved performance and engagement.
Provide guidance to managers and staff in addressing concerns while ensuring compliance with labor regulations and fair treatment.
Coach and mentor colleagues/managers to develop leadership bench strength.
Mediate employee relations and performance issues, providing guidance on performance management.
Exemplify SaltWire's core values and demonstrate consistent leadership at all levels within the organization.

Key Skills and Qualifications

Bachelor's degree required. Advanced degree or MBA preferred. HR certifications helpful (CPHR).
15+ years of relevant business experience, with at least 10+ years in progressive HRBP leadership roles, including 23 years leading an HR function.
Experience managing people and teams of various sizes for at least 3 years.
Solid knowledge of all facets of HR
Strong business acumen and ability to utilize HR data and metrics in Finance, Legal, IT, payroll, and administration.
Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills tailored to various audiences.

Other Skills and Attributes

Demonstrated capability to adapt and innovate HR practices for a fastpaced, entrepreneurial organization.
Resultsdriven, agile, and changeoriented, able to lead in an evolving environment.
Ability to drive initiatives with limited resources and a handson approach to achieve desired results.
Personal integrity, fairness, and credibility to gain trust and commitment across all levels of the organization.
Track record of building strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders and fostering partnerships.
Empathetic and engaging, actively listening, responsive, solutionfocused, and resultsoriented.

If you are ready to make a significant impact as The Chief People Officer at SaltWire Network, you can submit your cover letter and resume to Shardeigh McGillivray at and Nada Halaweh at

Venor is an Atlantic Canadian recruiting firm specializing in recruitment solutions, executive search, career transition & outplacement services.