Head of Human Resources, for Cowi in North America

1 week ago

Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada COWI Full time
Application deadline
:07 September 2023 - Canada - Location: North Vancouver, BC/New York, NY - People and Communication

Head of Human Resources, North America
North Vancouver or New York City
Regular
Hybrid

  • Do you want to lead a team of Human Resources professionals across the United States and Canada? Do you want to partner with the North America leadership team and translate the business strategy into People actions? Do you thrive cocreating new People initiatives that address business challenges and opportunities? Then join COWI as our new Head of Human Resources for COWI in North America, and support our journey towards a more sustainable future_
At COWI, we are building and promoting an inclusive workplace culture, where employees can collaborate and thrive.

We believe People are our most valuable asset, and the role of the Head of Human Resources, North America is an excellent opportunity to advance our People agenda, and translate it into a highly engaged and enabled team.


JOIN OUR PEOPLE & CULTURE TEAM
In People and Culture, we are more than 130 skilled HR and communication specialists across the globe.


As our new Head of HR, North America you will be responsible for supporting the President of COWI North America and the leadership team.

You will focus on developing our North America business by translating business goals into People actions and organizational initiatives.

You will lead a team of HR professionals who partner with leaders across the US and Canada. This role can be based in either New York City, NY or North Vancouver, Canada.


You will be reporting to VP, People & Culture Business Line International, with a dotted line to the COWI President, North America.

You will also be a member of the North America's leadership team.

A POSITION THAT WILL ADVANCE YOUR DEVELOPMENT FURTHER

Co-creation and collaboration are essential to us, and you will be working together with various stakeholders, including managers at all levels, ensuring implementation, integration, and synergies - all in collaboration with the business and colleagues in the P&C department.


Your responsibilities will cover:

  • Collaborating with business leaders to identify business priorities and ensure that the people and organizational strategies are in alignment with the business needs.
  • Coaching, inspiring, and developing the HR team in COWI North America and, in alignment with COWI's values, create an environment of trust, respect, and high engagement.
  • Recognizing and identifying improvement opportunities across peoplerelated topics, with the longterm goal of continuous improvement.
  • Providing expert advice to COWI group functions e.g., Talent Management, performance management, coaching, data analysis, compensation and benefits, employee relations, learning and development, recruitment, etc.
  • Ensuring a compliant and efficient HR operation.

YOUR SKILLS. OUR TEAM. TOGETHER, WE DESIGN THE FUTURE
Your skills and competences are the key to our growth. You will build trust with your stakeholders and influence positive change.

Furthermore, you have:

  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Human Resources or similar with 12+ years of relevant HR experience, preferably in the consulting industry.
  • Professional HR designation, SHRM or CPHR, considered an asset.
  • People management experience of HR teams across multiple geographies.
  • Experience guiding organizational change processes including coaching leaders at all levels of an organization and leading companywide initiatives.
  • Strong change management experience, with the capacity to positively influence leaders.
  • Knowledge of Canadian and US markets, labour laws.
  • Sound business acumen and analytical skills, preferably in a matrix consulting industry, is preferable.
  • A solid HR toolbox, especially Talent management, leadership and organizational development.

WHY WORK FOR COWI
Being part of the COWI community offers more than just a competitive salary. We take care of our people both professionally and personally.

Some of our North America benefits include:
Flexible working arrangement | Top-up parental and childbirth recovery leave | Fantastic close-knit team with a wealth of knowledge to share | Full time hires get minimum 5 weeks vacation to start | Floating holiday to celebrate employee diversity | Paid sick leave | Annual fitness subsidy - yes, you can use this for a ski pass, yoga, or gym membership | Personal and professional development fund | Parking or public transit allowance | Employee Assistance Program (EAP) | STD, LTD, AD&D, and Life Insurance | Referral incentive program| Frequent social events

Some of our Canadian benefits include:
Group RRSP program with company matching | Extended Health coverage with 100% of premiums paid by us

Some of our US benefits include:401K contribution matching with generous company match | Medical, dental, and vision insurance 80% employer-paid premiums

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