Chief People Officer Jobs

SaltWire is Atlantic Canada’s largest integrated media company. We connect Atlantic Canadians with local stories to provoke thought and action for the betterment of our communities. SaltWire’s media assets include the major daily newspapers in Atlantic Canada such as The Chronicle Herald, The Guardian, Cape Breton Post and The Telegram. It also operates the most visited Atlantic Canadian-owned news site – SaltWire.com.

Owned and operated by Atlantic Canadians, SaltWire is a fully multi-platform media company with a very loyal consumer following and a long-term perspective. SaltWire’s 400 direct employees, over 100 employees from associated companies, and nearly 2000 contractors ensure it remains Atlantic Canadian’s essential source for reliable and trusted information.

About the Role

Reporting to the COO, the Chief People Officer will collaborate with the Executive Team to execute the organizational goals and serve as a thought partner to the CEO, COO, and Executive Team. The CPO will lead and mentor the HR team, ensuring timely and effective handling of daily HR operations. The role is responsible for driving the people function, culture, structure, and policies. As a strategic partner, the CPO will provide expertise and direction for the full scope of the HR function, aligning it with the organization’s mission and strategic goals and fosters a culture of excellence.

Are you an experienced, accomplished HR leader who is articulate, results-oriented with exceptional change management, communication and coaching skills? Do you have a proven track record of building high-performing HR functions to drive businesses forward?

If you believe you have the talent and motivation to join our team, we want to hear from you! Our core values:Proactively Team Up, Celebrate Others, Stick-with-it-ness, Client at the Heart of Everything, Do the Right Thing, Pride in Work, Open-Minded. If you share these values, come join our team.

Core Responsibilities:

• Coach and mentor colleagues/managers to develop leadership bench strength.
• Develop and implement HR policies and practices regarding organizational structure and design, total rewards, onboarding, competency planning, performance management and improvement, succession planning and diversity, equity and inclusion through effective people initiatives and processes.
• Act as a strategic partner to the Executive Team, providing innovative thinking and problem-solving on critical HR issues.
• Build relationships with SaltWire employees, offering advice and counsel on HR, cultural, and organizational issues.
• Partner with legal to ensure compliance and mitigate organizational risks.
• Interact with vendors and external partners to maintain relationships and negotiate contracts.
• Guide the HR team in supporting Performance Management, Talent Acquisition, Health & Safety, Learning & Development, Engagement, Compensation & Benefits, Rewards, Policy, and Compliance.
• Develop and implement a human resources plan aligned with SaltWire’s mission and strategy to build a high-performing culture of success, accountability, transparency, and collaboration.
• Develop and manage annual budgets for the department and perform periodic cost analysis.
• Optimize the HR function/team, and refine key processes and activities aligned toward achieving strategics objectives.

Essential Skills and Attributes:

• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills tailored to various audiences.
• Ability to deliver results in a fast-paced environment.
• 15+ years of relevant business experience, with at least 10+ years in progressive HRBP leadership roles, including 2-3 years leading an HR function.
• Solid knowledge of all facets of HR.
• Experience managing people and teams of various sizes for at least 3 years.
• Strong business acumen and ability to utilize HR data and metrics in Finance, Legal, IT, payroll, and administration.
• Bachelor’s degree required. Advanced degree or MBA preferred. HR certifications helpful (CPHR).

Qualified applicants are invited to forward their cover letter and resume quoting posting #07-23.