Manager, Leadership Development

For over 50 years, LifeLabs has been Canada’s leading provider of laboratory diagnostic information and digital health connectivity systems, enabling patients and healthcare practitioners to diagnose, treat, monitor and prevent disease. We are passionate about empowering healthier Canadians through accessible, accurate, and innovative diagnostic services.
We are committed innovators, operating Canada's first commercial genetics lab, and the country's largest online patient portal, with more than 8 million Canadians receiving their results online. More than 112 million laboratory tests come through LifeLabs’ laboratories annually, and our team of more than 6,000 passionate, caring, and diverse professionals works together as one to provide high quality testing and results that Canadians can trust.
We know that behind every lab requisition, sample being tested, or investment in technology is an individual and their family counting on us. At LifeLabs, you can make a meaningful impact on Canadians’ lives every day.
Our teams are at the heart of everything we do. We are proud to be recognized as one of Canada’s Best Employers, reflecting our deep commitment to our core values of caring, agility, teamwork, and a customer-centered approach. As part of this commitment, LifeLabs prioritizes the ongoing development of our diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) program to better serve the needs of our diverse workforce and the communities we serve. We continue to take steps to challenge ourselves to act with courage and integrity, and to create an environment where people can be their true selves.
These values are not just words on a page, they guide our actions and decisions every day and have come to define our team culture.
This role is ideal for an individual passionate about building leadership talent and contributing to the long-term success of the organization.
**Status**: Full Time
**Schedule**: Monday - Friday
**Additional Requirements**:
**Number of positions**: 1
**Start Date**: ASAP
**Internal Application Deadline**: February 28, 2025
LifeLabs operates under a Hybrid workforce model. Further details will be provided during the interview stage.
This vacancy is for an existing position.
**Your responsibilities will include**:Leadership Program Design & Implementation**:

- Develop and implement leadership development programs and initiatives to identify, nurture, and support high-potential leaders
- Collaborate with key stakeholders to create leadership pathways and succession planning strategies
- Ensure leadership programs align with organizational goals, values, and strategic priorities

**Training and Development**:

- Manage the creation of workshops, courses, and training sessions focused on leadership competencies, executive coaching, and change management
- Facilitate leadership development sessions, workshops, and seminars
- Provide coaching and feedback to leaders at all levels to support their growth

**Talent Identification & Succession Planning**:

- Work closely with HR and senior leadership to identify high-potential leaders and assess leadership talent gaps
- Drive succession planning efforts and ensure a strong pipeline of future leaders within the organization

**Performance Measurement & Reporting**:

- Track and measure the effectiveness of leadership programs, utilizing feedback, surveys, and performance metrics to assess impact
- Continuously improve leadership development strategies based on results and emerging best practices

**Stakeholder Collaboration**:

- Partner with senior leadership, HR, and other departments to ensure leadership development efforts are aligned with business objectives
- Advise managers and executives on leadership development trends, opportunities, and challenges

**Continuous Improvement**:

- Stay current on the latest leadership trends, research, and best practices in talent development
- Integrate innovative learning technologies and diverse approaches to enhance program delivery and effectiveness

**What you will bring to the role**:

- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Psychology, Organizational Development, or a related field
- 5+ years of experience in leadership development, organizational development, or related areas
- Proven experience in designing and facilitating leadership development programs
- Strong understanding of adult learning principles and leadership competencies
- Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills
- Ability to think strategically and work collaboratively with senior leadership
- Strong project management skills with the ability to handle multiple priorities and deliverables
- Leadership Development Expertise
- Coaching & Mentoring Skills
- Strategic Thinking
- Strong Communication Skills
- Stakeholder Management
- Problem-Solving and Decision Making
- Data-Driven & Analytical
- Change Management
- Succession planning knowledge and experience
- Learning Mindset

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