LAURENTIAN UNIVERSITY | SUDBURY, ONTARIO

Laurentian University is seeking a strategic and people-focused HR leader to join its senior leadership team as Associate Vice-President, Human Resources & Organizational Development (AVP HROD). This is a unique opportunity to play a transformational role at a bilingual, tricultural institution dedicated to academic excellence, regional impact, and inclusive community engagement in Northern Ontario.

QUALIFICATIONS

• More than 10(ten) years of progressive leadership in complex, unionized environments (preferably post-secondary, healthcare, or public sector).
• Demonstrated success in organizational transformation, policy modernization, and labour relations.
• A collaborative, empathetic leadership style and experience leading high-performing, client-focused HR teams.
• A strong commitment to equity, inclusion, and Indigenous reconciliation.
• A university degree in HR or a related field; CHRL/CHRE designation preferred.
• Ability to work fluently (verbal and written) in both official languages, French and English, is required.

LAND ACKNOWLEDGMENT - AKI GAABIJIDEBENDAAGWAK

We would like to acknowledge the Robinson-Huron Treaty of 1850. We also further recognize that Laurentian University is located on the traditional lands of the Atikameksheng Anishnawbek and that the City of Greater Sudbury, also includes the traditional lands of the Wahnapitae First Nation. We extend our deepest respect to Indigenous peoples - as a sign of our continued relationship we will support Laurentian University’s Truth and Reconciliation Task Force Recommendations. Miigwech. Listen to it in Anishinaabemowin.
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ABOUT THE ROLE

Reporting to the Vice-President, Finance and Administration, the AVP HROD will lead the full spectrum of human resources functions—talent acquisition, labour relations, organizational development, performance management, compensation and benefits, employee wellness, and compliance. This is a high-impact leadership role, contributing to the implementation of the University’s 2024–2029 Strategic Plan and a major operational transformation program. The AVP will guide the evolution of HR services toward a more modern, strategic, and service-oriented model, while supporting employee engagement, cultural renewal, and high-trust labour relations.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide strategic leadership and expert advice to the executive team on all HR and organizational development matters.
• Lead and modernize all HR operations, including workforce planning, collective bargaining, disability management, EDI, and staff engagement.
• Stabilize and strengthen the HR team, advancing a cohesive, values-aligned, and high-performing culture.
• Drive transformation initiatives, including job evaluation system implementation, HRMS modernization, and compensation planning.
• Champion inclusion, bilingualism, Indigenous reconciliation, and employee wellness across all HR programs.
• Perform other duties as assigned.