Manager, Leadership Development

• Pay Type Salary
• Min Hiring Rate $94,400.00
• Max Hiring Rate $120,400.00

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.

We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Manager of Leadership Development to design, implement, and manage programs that enhance leadership capabilities within the organization. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of leadership principles, organizational behavior, and talent development. This role requires an individual who can effectively collaborate with senior leaders and HR to create strategies that cultivate high-performing leaders, aligning with the company’s values and business goals.

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.

LifeLabs is partnering with an external organization, Nafor. All applicants can apply directly at www.nafor.com/lifelabs

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

Work Environment:

• Collaborative, team-oriented work culture
• Opportunity to impact the development of leaders at all levels within the organization
• Flexibility for hybrid or remote work options (if applicable)

LifeLabs’ compensation programs are commensurate based on the role, skill, effort, responsibility and working conditions, irrespective of gender, race, ethnicity, beliefs, age or any other personal characteristics. Pay programs are communicated regularly in an accessible and transparent manner.

LifeLabs is also proud to offer resources, opportunities, as well as a collaborative and supportive environment that enables our team members to thrive.

In addition to a competitive compensation package, LifeLabs provides a comprehensive total rewards program, specific to the job position. Your package may include:

• Employee Group Benefits: Competitive coverage for employees and their families to support their overall health and wellness needs, including Extended Health Care, Dental Care, and Life Insurance.
• Retirement Savings Plan
• Vacation and Wellness Days
• Employee Wellness and Giving Programs: Our award winning mental, physical and financial wellness programs aim to address the comprehensive well-being of our team members, including resources like the Employee & Family Assistance Program, financial planning tools, and employee recognition initiatives.
• Professional development and membership reimbursement, access to preferred rates and discount programs, including WorkPerks, Home and Auto Insurance, Costco Membership, etc., and optional health-related benefits.

In accordance with LifeLabs’ Accessibility Policy, and the applicable Accessibility Acts within the provinces we operate in, accommodations are available by request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process. For a confidential inquiry or to request an accommodation, please contact your recruiter or email careers@lifelabs.com.

Vaccinations are highly encouraged at LifeLabs’. Vaccinations and/or immunization screening may be mandatory for selected employees if regulated by provincial or regional governments, or through employer-led vaccination policies in the facilities we service. Please ensure you ask if this position requires the successful candidate to be vaccinated or undergo immunization screening.

Ready to empower healthier Canadians? Apply today!

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