HR Engagement Specialist

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The Bank of Canada has a vision to be a leading central bank—dynamic, engaged and trusted—committed to a better Canada. No other employer in the country offers you the unique opportunity to work at the very center of Canada’s economy, in an organization with significant impact on the economic and financial well-being of all Canadians. You will be challenged, energized and motivated to excel in our environment.

Building on the principles that have always guided us – excellence, integrity and respect – we strive to be forward-looking and innovative, to welcome people with diverse perspectives and talents, and to earn trust by living up to our commitments and by clearly explaining the intent of our policies and actions.

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Why you should apply

Reporting to the Director, EDI, Recruitment and Employee Engagement, you will join a team that shapes the employee experience and supports meaningful work, strong leadership and a thriving workplace culture. This team plays a critical role in maintaining the Bank’s reputation as a top employer and inclusive workplace, and developing HR programs and services with the experience of employees and leaders in mind.

What You Will Do

• advise and support HR leaders and partners on employee engagement and change management.
• develop and implement change approaches and related communication to support the roll out of HR initiatives Bank wide.
• maintain trusted partnerships across HR, the Bank and external networks to inform engagement strategies, employee surveying approaches, and change adoption.
• carry out research and benchmarking activities to generate insights that inform HR policies and program design, and continuous improvement initiatives across the organization.
• design, implement and analyze employee surveys, which includes producing dashboards, presentations and recommendations to help inform decisions across HR and the Bank.
• support HR colleagues in designing and facilitating engagement activities with leaders and employees as part of the development of HR initiatives.

What You Need To Succeed

You are a collaborative, insight-driven professional who turns priorities into practical plans, clear messages and meaningful deliverables. You have practical knowledge of organizational change management, stakeholder engagement and survey methodology , with the ability to apply these approaches in a people-focused way.

You Are Also

• strategic and organizationally savvy, with an understanding of business priorities, interdependencies and context that helps ensure work is relevant, aligned and impactful.
• skilled at building and maintaining strong relationships across HR and the organization to understand needs, foster collaboration, align priorities and deliver integrated solutions.
• a strong analytical thinker who can transform HR data into meaningful insights, dashboards and recommendations.
• a clear and persuasive communicator who can tailor messages to different audiences and influence decisions, initiatives and change.
• experienced using digital tools and systems (e.g. survey platforms, HR systems, Power BI and collaboration tools), along with AI and automation, to improve efficiency and outcomes.
• able to work independently, manage competing priorities, make timely decisions and identify practical solutions to evolving challenges.

Nice-to-have

• Knowledge of a variety of change management approaches (e.g. ADKAR)
• A professional change management designation (e.g. Prosci)
• Education, training, or certification in survey methodology, statistics, or program evaluation

Your Education And Experience

The position requires post-secondary education in a relevant discipline (such as business administration, behavioural science, data analysis or data visualization, HR, communications, change management, organizational behaviour) with relevant experience in organizational change management, employee engagement, surveying or similar data analysis, measuring organizational transformations, or similar work.

We may also consider an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Innovative Mindset

We value candidates who demonstrate adaptability, curiosity, and a willingness to learn new technologies, including AI and digital tools. We seek individuals who can think critically about data, question existing processes, and find ways to simplify our work while embracing change and new ways of doing things.

Language requirement

T he Bank’s work environment is conducive to the use of both of Canada’s official languages - English and French. The position language requirement is Level 5 (Fully Functional). If a qualified candidate who meets the language requirement of the position is not found, a qualified candidate who does not meet the language requirement may be considered. Training may be provided to help reach the required level. Both bilingual and unilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.

What You Need To Know

• Priority will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents
• Security level required: Be eligible to obtain Reliability
• Relocation assistance may be provided, if required
• Please save a copy of the job poster. Once the closing date has passed, it will no longer be available.

Hybrid Work Model

The Bank offers work arrangements that provide employees with flexibility, enable high-performing teams, and support an excellent workplace culture. Most employees can telework from home for a portion of each month as part of the Bank’s hybrid work model, and they are expected on site at the Bank location a minimum of 12 days per month to help build connections between colleagues. You must live in Canada, and within reasonable commuting distance of the office.

What You Can Expect From Us

This is a great opportunity to join a leading organization and be part of a high-performing team. We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package designed to meet your needs at every stage of your life and career. For more information on key benefits please visit A great deal to consider .

• Salaries are based on qualifications and experience and typically range from $111,055 to $130,650 (job grade 17)
• The Bank offers an incentive for successfully meeting expectations at 7 to 10% of your base salary. The Bank offers additional performance pay (5%) for those who exceed expectations. Exceptional performers who far exceed expectations may be eligible for higher performance pay.
• Flexible and comprehensive benefits so you can choose the level of health, dental disability and life and/or accident insurance coverage that meets your needs
• Extra vacation days (up to five each year) that you can purchase to add to your vacation entitlement
• Indexed, defined-benefit pension

We wish to thank all applicants for their interest and effort in applying for this position. Only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.