Director of People

LBMX

Director of People at LBMX overseeing HR operations and building a modern People function. Responsible for recruitment, performance management, and organizational effectiveness.

Posted 7/8/2026full-timeLondon • 🇨🇦 CanadaLead💰 CA$130,000 - CA$140,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in establishing and scaling HR functions, implementing performance management frameworks, and ensuring compliance with cross-border employment laws. Proven ability to drive organizational effectiveness and enhance employee engagement through strategic people initiatives.

Highest-signal resume keywords

HR Leadership ExperienceCross-Border Compliance ManagementRecruiting Function DevelopmentPeople Metrics AnalysisCHRL or CHRP Designation

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Hard Skills

Performance Management FrameworksWorkforce PlanningHR Operations ManagementEmployee RelationsChange ManagementTalent DevelopmentPayroll AdministrationOrganizational EffectivenessProcess ImprovementEmployee Engagement Initiatives

Soft Skills

CoachingStrategic PartnershipJudgmentRisk AwarenessTeam Building

Tools & Technologies

ADP WorkforceBambooHRHR SystemsPEO Providers

Certifications & Qualifications

CHRLCHRP

Industry Keywords

High-Growth EnvironmentTalent AcquisitionEmployer BrandingWorkplace ExperienceM&A Readiness

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Establish and scale a modern People function, implementing best practices, systems, and processes that support a high-growth organization
Develop and operationalize a clear People strategy aligned with LBMX’s business objectives and growth plans
Build infrastructure across HR, talent, and operations to enable consistency and scalability
Design and lead performance management frameworks that reinforce accountability, transparency, and measurable outcomes
Partner with leadership to drive organizational effectiveness, ensuring clear roles, expectations, and alignment across teams
Implement tools and processes to track, analyze, and improve people and performance metrics
Own all HR operations across Canada and the U.S., including payroll, benefits administration, and regulatory compliance
Ensure adherence to cross-border employment laws, policies, and best practices
Evaluate and optimize HR systems and tools to improve efficiency and accuracy
Build and scale a structured recruiting function capable of supporting aggressive hiring targets
Develop repeatable hiring processes, employer branding, and candidate experience standards
Serve as a trusted advisor to senior leaders on complex people matters, including employee relations, performance issues, and terminations
Provide guidance grounded in sound judgment, risk awareness, and business alignment
Coach leaders to strengthen management capability and drive consistency across the organization
Shape and reinforce a high-performance, in-office culture that aligns with LBMX’s values and operating principles
Develop initiatives that enhance employee engagement, retention, and overall workplace experience
Support organizational scaling efforts, including structural changes, process improvements, and M&A readiness and integration
Drive change management initiatives to ensure smooth adoption of new processes, systems, and structures across teams
Lead and develop the People & Operations team, setting clear expectations and driving execution across all HR functions
Build a high-performing team culture focused on accountability, responsiveness, and continuous improvement

Requirements

What you’ll need

8+ years of experience in HR leadership roles, including Director of People or equivalent positions
Minimum of 3+ years managing and developing HR team members
Proven experience operating in high-growth environments, with a strong focus on HR business partnering and workforce planning
Experience managing HR operations across both Canada and the United States, including cross-border compliance and payroll
Demonstrated success building recruiting functions and scaling hiring processes
Experience partnering with Finance on headcount planning and workforce forecasting
Experience developing, tracking, and leveraging people metrics to inform decision-making
CHRL or CHRP designation required
Experience with HR , payroll systems , and PEO providers (e.g., ADP Workforce, BambooHR , etc.)

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefit package, including a health spending account and employee assistance program
Three weeks’ vacation and five personal days to start, plus additional paid LBMX holidays throughout the year
Company matched GRSP contributions
Flexible summer hours and a strong commitment to work-life balance
Education subsidies to support your professional growth
Maternity, Parental, and Compassionate Care Leave top-up program
$500 new hire home office allowance