Manager, Talent Advisory

We are BLG: Canada’s Law Firm. Our culture is one of vigilance and curiosity, Firm-wide collaboration, unfailing mutual respect and dedication. We pride ourselves on having standout talent and delivering an exceptional client experience. We are a future-minded Firm delivering high-value advice and known for our unwavering commitment to innovation, diversity and inclusion, community involvement and talent development.Learn more about us at of Role
The Manager, Talent Advisory leads the delivery of talent advisory services for an assigned business area or region, partnering with leaders to address people priorities, strengthen organizational capability and support an exceptional employee experience. This position is for a 14-month contract.Key Responsibilities
Talent Advisory & Employee Relations
Advise and coach leaders on employee relations, performance management, workplace concerns and other complex people matters. Support workplace investigations and guide leaders through performance improvement, disciplinary and resolution processes. Provide practical, risk-informed advice aligned with Firm policies, employment legislation and best practices.Recruitment, Workforce Planning & Employee Lifecycle
Partner with leaders on workforce planning, recruitment and key talent decisions. Oversee employee lifecycle matters, including onboarding, promotions, transfers, organizational changes, leaves, accommodations and departures. Provide guidance on compensation and title recommendations in alignment with established Firm practices and governance.Talent Management & Development
Partner with leaders on employee development, engagement, career planning and retention. Support talent reviews and succession planning to identify development opportunities and future talent needs. Coordinate learning and development initiatives that strengthen individual and leadership capability.Talent Programs & Operations
Lead and contribute to Talent initiatives and projects that support business and Firm priorities. Use workforce data and insights to inform recommendations and decision-making. Identify opportunities to improve Talent processes, consistency and service delivery. Support equity, diversity and inclusion initiatives through education, training and policy guidance. Support compliance with applicable employment legislation and regulatory requirements.Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Industrial Relations, Organizational Psychology or a related discipline.5–7 years of progressive Human Resources experience, ideally in an advisory or HR business partnering environment.Strong knowledge of Canadian employment legislation and demonstrated experience advising leaders on complex employee relations and performance matters.Strong judgement, communication and relationship-building skills, with the ability to provide practical advice in a complex professional environment.BLG is committed to building a diverse workplace reflective of the communities we serve and to fostering an inclusive culture where Firm members feel valued, respected and inspired to thrive as their authentic selves.We value diversity of thought and the unique skills, perspectives and experience each individual brings to BLG.We welcome applications from all qualified candidates and encourage applicants from members of groups that have been historically underrepresented, including but not limited to First Nations, Métis and Inuit Peoples, racialized individuals, persons with disabilities, people who identify as women and/or LGBTQ2S+.We also strive to provide an accessible candidate experience. Please let us know if you need any accommodations during the recruitment process.We are BLG: Canada’s Law Firm. We pride ourselves on having outstanding, talented people and delivering an exceptional client experience. We are a future-minded firm, delivering high-value advice and known for our commitment to innovation, diversity and inclusion, community involvement and talent development. Our culture is one of curiosity, firm-wide collaboration, mutual respect, dedication and continuous improvement.We look forward to hearing from you and exploring how you can contribute to our team.For more information, visit us here.
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