Senior Advisor in Organizational Development at Seaspan providing strategic support in HR frameworks and employee engagement initiatives. Focusing on organizational design and DE&I strategies.
Responsibilities
Supports the development and implementation an enterprise-wide organizational design framework aligned to existing job architecture, business strategy and operational needs
Advises business leaders on organization structure, role clarity, spans and layers, workforce planning, and governance models
Conducts organizational diagnostics to identify structural inefficiencies, duplication, or gaps
Partners with HR Business Partners to support restructuring initiatives and workforce planning efforts
Develop tools, templates, and guidelines to support consistent organizational design practices across the organization
Analyze organizational data and metrics to inform decision-making and measure impact
Lead the development, administration, and analysis of enterprise employee engagement surveys
Interprets survey results to identify root causes, trends, and systemic themes at an enterprise level
Develop the frameworks and tools that support leaders in developing measurable action plans and accountability mechanisms based on department/team survey results
Develop mechanisms to monitor progress on engagement and culture initiatives
Support enterprise-wide employee feedback strategies and continuous improvement practices
Connects engagement insights to broader talent, performance, and culture initiatives
Lead the development and implementation of HR-driven DE&I strategies and initiatives aligned to Seaspan’s business strategy
Partner with HR and business leaders to integrate DE&I principles into talent processes, policies, and programs
Develop metrics and reporting mechanisms to monitor progress and outcomes on DE&I strategies and initiatives
Provide advisory support on inclusive leadership, culture-building, and equitable practices
Collaborate closely with the Senior Manager, Organizational Development and Change to align initiatives with enterprise priorities.
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Organizational Psychology, Business Administration, or related field (Master’s degree considered an asset)
8+ years of progressive experience in Organizational Development, including organizational design and employee engagement
Demonstrated experience developing frameworks and enterprise-level programs
Strong analytical capability with experience interpreting engagement and organizational metrics
Experience supporting DE&I strategy and implementation within HR
Experience working in industrial, manufacturing, engineering, or unionized environments is considered an asset
Deep knowledge of organizational design principles (e.g., spans and layers, decision rights, governance, role clarity, capability alignment)
Ability to diagnose structural inefficiencies and recommend evidence-based solutions
Strong understanding of inclusive workplace practices and systemic equity considerations
Ability to influence without direct authority and operate effectively as a senior individual contributor
Strong facilitation, consulting, and stakeholder management skills
Strong written communication skills suitable for senior leadership audiences
Ability to develop executive-ready presentations, briefing materials, and frameworks.
Benefits
Health insurance
Pension plan matching
Annual bonus
Flexible work arrangements
Wellness benefits including paramedical services, dental and vision care, life insurance
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