Mgr-Strategic Plg&Assessments

50947 - Toronto - Regular .

Hydro One is proud to be the largest electricity transmission and distribution provider in Ontario, serving nearly  1.5 million customers. We have a long history in the industry with our roots dating back over 110 years to 1906. Since then, we have worked to grow and evolve to meet the changing needs of our customers and communities across Ontario. Today, we’re focused on providing exceptional customer service and ensuring we are building safe communities where we live, work and play.

It’s an exciting time to join the team at Hydro One!

The Vice President, Employee & Labour Relations, Diversity and Governance, is seeking a professional to assist in the development of key deliverables and provide day-to-day project management support on several high-impact, high visibility initiatives. Within the Human Resources Leadership Team (“HRLT”) structure, an agile “People Solutions Team” has recently been established with a mandate of bringing together an agile pool of HR Colleagues to action and solve critical deliverables, in support of our People & HR Function strategy pillars. This collective team manages day-to-day activities and strategic effectiveness of Hydro One’s HRLT. 

Responsibilities:

• Lead the development of the People Solutions Team, from initial ideation phase through to development of policy, governance, and best practices related to the team’s operating model.
• Play a lead role in executing projects and activities directly related to and in support of the agile team – i.e. ensure that stakeholders involved understand and are closely aligned to our strategic aspirations and goals. Accountable to ensure successful delivery of the team’s projects and assigned work efforts. 
• Research and remain current on internal and external activities in the firm or that may impact the firm’s strategic agenda. 
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to accomplish multiple assignments and deliverables on an on-going, agile basis. 
• Create and maintain tracking and reporting tools, as necessary.
• Take the lead on development of executive level briefings, communications, presentations, and content, including being a document owner for HR collateral shared with ELT, the CEO, and Hydro One’s Board of Directors.
• Beyond the People Solutions mandate, support with ad-hoc activities related to the day-to-day operation of the HRLT as well as to support organization and governance for the HRLT. 

Selection Criteria:

• Post-Secondary degree required, preference given to applicants with prior background in Human Resources, Business, or Communications. 
• Prior exposure and experience interacting with C-Suite, and/or Board of Directors in an administrative capacity is an asset.
• High level of intellectual curiosity, versatility, and flexibility with excellent analytical and problem solving skills. 
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Strong self-starter, with the ability to work independently, empowered to know when it is appropriate to “make the call” vs. escalate. 
• Superior project, time, and relationship management skills. 
• Able to run/lead several projects simultaneously and autonomously in a detail oriented manner – working well under pressure, while also acting with utmost confidentiality with sensitive leadership information. 
• High degree of self-confidence, poise, maturity, diplomacy, and empathy.
• Creativity, strategy and analytical thinking, and flexibility are critical to the position given that the scope and variety of work will frequently change depending on the team’s priorities. 

At Hydro One we understand that the success and strength of our business rests with our people. When we develop their skills, we are investing in both their success and ours. To secure the best talent, we seek to create a workforce that reflects the diverse populations of the communities where we live and work and to create a culture based on safety, innovation and inclusiveness.

We are honoured to be recognized by Forbes in its list of Canada’s Best Employers for 2025.

Thank you for considering a career with Hydro One, we welcome applications from all qualified candidates. If you are having difficulty using our online application system and you need an accommodation due to a disability, please email careers@hydroone.com. Hydro One will provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities in the job application process.

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Deadline: December 1st, 2025

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