Manager, Workforce Planning

Manager, Workforce Planning Independent Electricity System Operator (IESO) is committed to ensuring Ontario’s electricity system meets the province’s needs today and into the future. We deliver reliable, affordable, and sustainable electricity for homes, businesses, and communities across the province. We are energized to grow, embracing opportunities to shape the future of a dynamic and evolving energy sector while advancing our careers. We believe in opportunities for everyone. At the IESO, we know that achieving great results depends on embracing diversity by attracting, developing, and retaining people from a wide variety of backgrounds. We do this by ensuring our recruitment and advancement policies are fair and equitable, and by creating an accessible and inclusive environment that values every team member’s unique skills and experiences. Who We Are Our central role includes managing the provincial power grid in real‑time, overseeing and evolving Ontario’s electricity market, engaging with government, municipalities and Indigenous communities, and planning for Ontario’s future electricity needs. This non‑unionised role is part of our Talent Management team within the Human Resources Business Unit. What Makes This Role Exciting The Manager, Workforce Planning plays a strategic role in aligning IESO’s workforce capabilities with its long‑term business objectives. This position leads the development and implementation of an enterprise‑wide workforce planning framework, ensuring the organization has the right talent, in the right roles, at the right time. Partnering closely with HR, Finance, and business leaders, the role drives data‑informed decisions, optimises workforce structures, and identifies resource and capability gaps to meet emerging business priorities. What You’ll Do Design and manage the implementation of a comprehensive workforce planning and resource management framework that supports an enterprise‑wide approach across IESO. Unify and align workforce planning efforts across business units to support strategic organisational goals and reduce siloed planning. Consult and collaborate with HR Business Partners, HR Centers of Excellence and Business Unit Leadership to understand unique challenges, the evolution of work, and the impact of AI on talent. Develop and implement people‑centric analytic solutions, dashboards and reporting, to support business requirements and inform strategic decision‑making. Leverage workforce data to provide strategic guidance and recommendations to senior leadership on workforce planning initiatives, including talent forecasting, headcount management and skills gap analysis. Lead capacity modelling and workforce optimisation initiatives to enhance productivity, service levels and cost‑effectiveness. Develop and present resourcing scenarios, analytics and labour information at the executive and senior leadership levels to guide business planning, budgeting and resourcing decisions. Drive the selection, implementation and adoption of workforce planning tools and data visualisation platforms by providing strategic insights on requirements and ensuring integration. Integrate workforce planning into business and project planning processes, as well as existing and new people programs, to ensure alignment with operational and strategic objectives. Lead and manage projects associated with the HR Analytics and Strategic Workforce Planning data strategy and other related projects. Stay current on emerging trends and leading practices in workforce planning to continuously enhance the organisation’s tools and capabilities and drive continuous improvement. Role Requirements University or postgraduate degree in Workforce Planning, Human Resources, Business Administration or a related field. 6+ years of broad HR, workforce planning experience with a minimum of 3 years in a senior HR leadership role. Strong business acumen and understanding of organisational strategy, with the ability to connect workforce planning to broader business goals. Proven ability in relationship management, consulting and cross‑functional collaboration, with a focus on listening, integrating diverse perspectives and building trust. Process‑oriented with a focus on continuous improvement and navigating complexity with resilience. Advanced problem‑solving and critical thinking skills, with a demonstrated ability to influence decisions through data and insight. Excellent communication and presentation abilities, including the capacity to translate complex information into compelling narratives. Assets Certification or equivalent experience in change and project management. How We Support You Best‑in‑class benefits and long‑term support through a defined benefit pension plan. Hybrid work model that supports a blend of remote and in‑office work based on business needs. Dynamic learning and development opportunities, including job rotations to broaden expertise. A strong, inclusive culture and a collaborative team environment with a shared passion for impactful work. Compensation packages regularly reviewed to remain competitive and accommodate the diverse needs of employees. Deadline December 16, 2025. Once the posting closes, the job posting will no longer be available. EEO Statement IESO is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. Candidates will be evaluated based on qualifications and experience. Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level Employment Type Full‑time Job Function Human Resources and Strategy/Planning Industry Utilities #J-18808-Ljbffr