Workforce Strategy & Planning Lead, Senior Manager, Deloitte Global People

Deloitte

  • Toronto, ON
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 26 days ago
Job Type: Permanent
Work Model: Hybrid
Reference code: 129890
Primary Location: Toronto, ON
All Available Locations: Toronto, ON; Calgary, AB; Edmonton, AB; Ottawa, ON; Vancouver, BCOur PurposeAt Deloitte, our Purpose is to make an impact that matters. We exist to inspire and help our people, organizations, communities, and countries to thrive by building a better future. Our work underpins a prosperous society where people can find meaning and opportunity. It builds consumer and business confidence, empowers organizations to find imaginative ways of deploying capital, enables fair, trusted, and functioning social and economic institutions, and allows our friends, families, and communities to enjoy the quality of life that comes with a sustainable future. And as the largest 100% Canadian-owned and operated professional services firm in our country, we are proud to work alongside our clients to make a positive impact for all Canadians.By living our Purpose, we will make an impact that matters.
  • Have many careers in one Firm.
  • Enjoy flexible, proactive, and practical benefits that foster a culture of well-being and connectedness.
  • Learn from deep subject matter experts through mentoring and on the job coaching
--What will your typical day look like?The Global Workforce Strategy & Planning CoE, Senior Manager, leads the development and execution of global (DTTL) workforce strategies for a small portfolio of complex businesses (between 5-8) that align with our business objectives. This role proactively influences the global talent strategy, anticipating future talent needs, and developing innovative solutions to address emerging challenges and opportunities. An essential part of this role is to develop and implement workforce plans, demand forecast, and scenario plan whilst navigating complex market and geopolitical factors to ensure the organization's long-term talent advantage. Finally, this role requires extensive collaboration across the global organization, including senior and c-suite leadership, to ensure alignment and successful implementation of ambitious and innovative workforce plans.This role is essential to DTTL's long-term success and is expected to evolve by emphasizing skills-based workforce planning, AI integration, advanced analytics, and succession planning to ensure continued leadership in this specialized area.The Global Workforce Strategy & Planning COE, Senior Manager, is responsible to:
  • Develop and lead strategy and planning for a portfolio of our complex and large Global businesses (between 5-8), influencing workforce decisions impacting 1,000's of professionals from Analyst to Partner.
  • Drive the development and implementation of complex workforce plans, demand forecasting, and scenario planning to support our organizational talent strategy.
  • Advise senior leaders and business units on current and future strategic talent decisions, ensuring alignment with operating model commitments and our businesses/DTTL organizational objectives.
  • Providing mentorship and upskilling to deliver workforce plans, hiring advisory, demand forecasting, scenario planning, and strategic advisory services to the broader Workforce Strategy & Planning team and wider People & Operations function.
  • Conduct advanced workforce analyses and modeling to support cost optimization and benefits realization from global initiatives, while fostering a culture of innovation and continuous improvement.
  • Lead functional projects to innovate and evolve the CoE Service Offering and Technology, particularly the development of our technology infrastructure into multi-year forecasting tools.
  • Stay abreast of industry trends, best practices, and regulatory changes impacting workforce planning.
About the teamThe Global (DTTL) People team supports our talented, forward-thinking professionals with a broad range of development, well-being, and engagement programs to enhance their professional and personal journeys. We provide top-notch, leading-edge thinking and advisory support and partner with our businesses to ensure our professionals develop the right skills and talents to deliver on ambitious priorities.Enough about us, let's talk about youEssential Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.
  • Minimum 7 years' experience in workforce strategy (having experience creating with a time horizon of 3yr+), planning, and analytics within a complex, global organization
  • Advanced analytical and modeling expertise, including scenario planning, demand forecasting, and proficiency with workforce analytics tools (e.g., Visier)
  • Excellent stakeholder management and advisory skills with senior and C-suite executives
  • Proven ability to drive innovation and continuous improvement in workforce planning processes
  • Strong communication and presentation skills, able to convey complex information clearly
Desirable Qualifications:
  • Strong leadership and team development skills
  • Certification in workforce planning, data science, or people analytics
  • Experience leading technical capabilities such as scenario forecasting or data science
  • Demonstrated success building complex, long-term workforce plans for large, matrixed organizations (10,000+ employees)
  • Knowledge of Deloitte or similarly complex multinational organizations (e.g., professional or financial services)
  • Advanced level of experience partnering with Finance to align workforce and financial plans
  • Intermediate level of familiarity with Agile methodology, project management, and knowledge of GCCs (Global Capability Centres) or DCs (Delivery Centres)
Total RewardsThe salary range for this position is $104,000 - $215,000, and individuals may be eligible to participate in our bonus program. Deloitte is fair and competitive when it comes to the salaries of our people. We regularly benchmark across a variety of positions, industries, sectors, targets, and levels. Our approach is grounded on recognizing people's unique strengths and contributions and rewarding the value that they deliver.Our Total Rewards Package extends well beyond traditional compensation and benefit programs and is designed to recognize employee contributions, encourage personal wellness, and support firm growth. Along with a competitive base salary and variable pay opportunities, we offer a wide array of initiatives that differentiate us as a people-first organization. On top of our regular paid vacation days, some examples include: $4,000 per year for mental health support benefits, a $1,300 flexible benefit spending account, firm-wide closures known as "Deloitte Days", dedicated days of for learning (known as Development and Innovation Days), flexible work arrangements and a hybrid work structure.Our promise to our people: Deloitte is where potential comes to life.Be yourself, and more.We are a group of talented people who want to learn, gain experience, and develop skills. Wherever you are in your career, we want you to advance.You shape how we make impact.Diverse perspectives and life experiences make us better. Whoever you are and wherever you're from, we want you to feel like you belong here. We provide flexible working options to support you and how you can contribute.Be the leader you want to beSome guide teams, some change culture, some build essential expertise. We offer opportunities and experiences that support your continuing growth as a leader.Have as many careers as you want.We are uniquely able to offer you new challenges and roles - and prepare you for them. We bring together people with unique experiences and talents, and we are the place to develop a lasting network of friends, peers, and mentors.The next step is yoursAt Deloitte, we are all about doing business inclusively - that starts with having diverse colleagues of all abilities. Deloitte encourages applications from all qualified candidates who represent the full diversity of communities across Canada. This includes, but is not limited to, people with disabilities, candidates from Indigenous communities, and candidates from the Black community in support of living our values, creating a culture of Diversity Equity and Inclusion and our commitment to our , and the .We encourage you to connect with us at if you require an accommodation for the recruitment process (including alternate formats of materials, accessible meeting rooms or other accommodations) or for any questions relating to careers for Indigenous peoples at Deloitte (First Nations, Inuit, Métis).By applying to this job you will be assessed against the Deloitte Global Talent Standards. We've designed these standards to provide our clients with a consistent and exceptional Deloitte experience globally.Deloitte Canada has 20 offices with representation across most of the country. We acknowledge that Deloitte offices stand on traditional, treaty, and unceded territories in what is now known as Canada. We recognize that Indigenous Peoples have been the caretakers of this land since time immemorial, nurturing its resources and preserving its natural beauty. We acknowledge this land is still home to many First Nations, Inuit, and Métis Peoples, who continue to maintain their deep connection to the land and its sacred teachings. We humbly acknowledge that we are all Treaty people, and we commit to fostering a relationship of respect, collaboration, and stewardship with Indigenous communities in our shared goal of reconciliation and environmental sustainability.

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