Director, Human Resources

Navigatr Group is a privately held company that invests in travel companies that elevate the customer experience and drive innovation. Our expansive and growing group of brands empowers seamless access to a comprehensive range of luxury travel options and services globally with over $1 billion transactions annually.

Navigatr Group's goal is to create a more purposeful travel industry through its strategic investment, best-in-class services and philanthropy.

The Opportunity

As Director, Human Resources, you will serve as a trusted advisor and strategic partner, influencing senior leadership while executing best-in-class HR practices. You will be responsible for developing and implementing strategies across key HR functions, including recruitment, talent assessment, performance management, employee engagement, and culture-building initiatives. This role will be highly involved in day-to-day operations while also strategically leading the HR function. This is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.

Key Responsibilities

Talent Acquisition & Workforce Planning

• Partner with the VP, Talent Acquisition, on recruitment ensuring we attract, select, and retain top-tier talent.
• Develop workforce planning and succession strategies to ensure the organization's long-term talent pipeline aligns with business goals.
• Partner with business leaders to assess talent needs, optimizing hiring processes for efficiency and effectiveness.

Performance Management & Talent Development

• Provide coaching and development support for managers and senior leaders, ensuring best practices in performance evaluations, career development, and leadership effectiveness.
• Drive talent assessment initiatives, enabling data-driven decisions for employee development, promotions, and succession planning.
• Implement performance management programs that drive a culture of continuous improvement, accountability, and excellence.

Culture & Employee Engagement

• Champion initiatives that foster an inclusive, high-performance workplace culture, enhancing employee experience and engagement.
• Develop and implement recognition programs that celebrate achievements and reinforce company values.

Employee Relations

• Provide guidance on complex employee relations matters, including conflict resolution, disciplinary actions, investigations, and terminations.
• Address and resolve employee conflicts, ensuring a positive work environment.

HR Strategy & Compliance

• Serve as a strategic HR advisor, ensuring policies, programs, and initiatives align with business objectives.
• Oversee compensation, benefits, and payroll administration in collaboration with internal teams.
• Ensure compliance with Canadian and U.S. employment laws and regulations, proactively identifying emerging trends and risks.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Human Resources, or a related discipline (HR certification is a plus).
• 5+ years of progressive HR leadership experience in a fast-paced, high-growth, or entrepreneurial environment.
• Deep expertise in talent acquisition, performance management, employee engagement, and workforce planning.
• Experience with Canadian and U.S. employment laws and compliance best practices.
• Exceptional interpersonal and leadership skills, with a track record of successful partnerships with senior leadership.
• Strong business acumen with the ability to balance strategic priorities and day-to-day operations.
• A proactive, results-oriented mindset with the ability to drive initiatives from conception to execution.
• Outstanding communication and influencing skills, with a demonstrated ability to engage and inspire teams.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and HRIS systems; experience with data-driven HR decision-making is an asset.

We are committed to providing employment accommodation in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. If you require accommodation due to a disability at any stage of our hiring process, please advise us when completing your application.

We thank all candidates for their interest however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.