Manager, People and Culture

At AFSC, we care about each other, about Alberta and about agriculture. PEOPLE ARE OUR FOUNDATION. We want to work with talented people from a wide range of backgrounds. We strive to create a psychologically safe environment where we can all be ourselves and perform to the best of our abilities. CLIENTS ARE OUR FOCUS. The perseverance and hard work we see from our clients inspires us to show that same work ethic in everything that we do. EXCELLENCE IS OUR ASPIRATION. We are innovative, knowledgeable, and diverse and love what Albertan agriculture produces for people around the world. Working together, we grow and sustain the agriculture industry in Alberta.
Posting will close 13th March 2025.
Location is flexible, within Alberta, dependent on the successful applicant however the person is expected to be in our Lacombe Central office 2x per month at minimum.
Reporting to the VP, People Services, this role leads key people functions including Talent Acquisition, Employee Relations, Strategic Workforce Planning, and Compensation & Benefits Design. The Manager, People and Culture ensures talent and development programs align with organizational strategy to enhance engagement, development, and retention.
With a focus on building a resilient, values-driven culture, this role partners with leaders to develop and implement innovative people strategies. By blending strategic foresight with practical execution, this role supports both current business needs and future workforce priorities.
What Will Your Growth Opportunities Look Like in This Role?
- Lead and influence high-impact people initiatives at an enterprise level.
- Gain exposure to executive decision-making and workforce strategy.
- Strengthen your expertise in DEI, workforce planning, and change management.
- Enhance leadership skills by coaching and mentoring a high-performing team.
- Tackle complex challenges and expand your organizational impact.

What Will You Be Responsible For?
- Strategic HR Leadership - Align People and Culture programs with organizational strategy to support engagement, retention, and development.
- Team Leadership - Manage and develop a collaborative, high-performing team of People and Culture professionals.
- Talent Acquisition & Workforce Planning - Drive strategies to attract and retain top talent.
- Compensation & Benefits Strategy - Oversee compensation structures and benefits programs to ensure competitiveness and compliance.
- Employee Relations & Compliance - Provide guidance on complex employee relations matters while ensuring compliance with employment standards.
- HR Analytics & Insights - Use data-driven insights to enhance people strategies and workforce effectiveness.
- Change Management & Culture Development - Lead organizational change initiatives that foster an inclusive and engaged workplace.

What Are We Looking for From You?
- A strategic leader who balances vision with execution to align people initiatives with organizational objectives.
- A collaborative team builder who develops, coaches, and inspires People and Culture professionals.
- A data-driven decision-maker who uses insights to shape policies and programs.
- An innovative problem solver who turns challenges into practical, people-centered solutions.
- A champion for DEI, embedding inclusive principles into policies and workplace culture.
- A change leader who ensures transitions are well-managed, clearly communicated, and aligned with business needs.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Expertise in talent acquisition, workforce planning, compensation, benefits, and employee relations.
- Strong leadership and team development skills.
- Proficiency in analytics to measure effectiveness and inform decisions.
- Deep knowledge of Alberta employment standards and compliance requirements.
- Exceptional relationship-building and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence at all levels.
- Experience leading organizational change and driving adoption of new initiatives.
- Ability to integrate DEI principles into programs to ensure equitable policies and practices.
- Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills, balancing business needs with team member experience.

Education & Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field (preferred).
- CPHR certification (or similar) preferred.
- 5+ years of progressive HR experience, including key People and Culture functions.
- 3+ years of leadership experience managing People and Culture teams or projects.

What else is in it for you?
- Health, dental, and vision benefits on your first day of employment
- Health spending account
- Corporate functions
- Winter closure
- PSPP contributions
- Generous vacation and special leave days
- Health and wellness initiatives

About AFSC
For over 80 years Agriculture Financial Services (AFSC) has provided Alberta's agricultural producers and agribusinesses with loans, crop insurance and farm income disaster assist