Manager, Organizational Development (12-month contract)

Company DescriptionMake an impact at a global and dynamic investment organizationWhen you join CPP Investments, you are joining one of the world’s most admired and respected institutional investors. As a professional investment management organization, CPP Investments invests the funds of the Canada Pension Plan (CPP) to help ensure its financial sustainability for generations of working and retired Canadians.CPP Investments invests across regions and asset classes to build a globally diversified portfolio. It holds assets in public equity, private equity, real estate, infrastructure, and fixed income, and the CPP Fund is projected to reach $ trillion in assets by 2050. The organization is headquartered in Toronto with offices in Hong Kong, London, Mumbai, New York City, San Francisco, São Paulo, and Sydney.CPP Investments successfully attracts, selects, and retains talented individuals from top-tier institutions worldwide. Join our team for access to:Stimulating work in a fast-paced and intellectually challenging environmentAccelerated exposure and responsibilityGlobal career development opportunitiesDiverse and inspiring colleagues and approachable leadersA hybrid-flexible work environment with an emphasis on in-person collaborationA culture rooted in principles of integrity, partnership, and high performanceAn organization with an important social purpose that positively impacts livesIf you have a passion for performance, value a collegial and collaborative culture, and approach work with the highest integrity, invest your career here. Job DescriptionAs a Manager, Organizational Development, you will work collaboratively with Talent and business stakeholders to enhance organizational capabilities and lead talent management strategies. You will focus on designing, developing, and implementing Talent programs and processes aligned to our broader organizational strategic objectives, driving continuous improvement in employee development, performance, engagement and learning.Team DescriptionReporting to the Director, Organizational Development, you will join the thoughtful advisors in the Organizational Development function who are elevating and activating global talent management practices to drive CPP Investments' One Fund Strategy outcomes. Your mandate within the team includes managing the development and operations of enterprise leadership assessment and coaching practices, building the approach to a Critical Roles Program, and supporting other portfolio activities as required ( Performance, Succession, Potential).Accountabilities:Own the end-to-end design, delivery, implementation, and continuous improvement of one or more technology-enabled global Talent programs/processes that enhance end-user experience and advance strategic objectives, including, overseeing project management, stakeholder management and engagement, measurement, etc.Lead the development and deployment of internal resources and communicationsManage vendor relationships including onboarding, contracting, engagement operations, and regular feedback loops with senior leadership to share thematic intelligenceApply advanced analytics of psychometrics data to evaluate program/process/organizational data, identify nuanced trends and insights that drive informed decision making and improve performance.Escalate and apply judgement to address issues, challenges, and risks with a balance of innovation and agility while considering impact on key stakeholders.Lead efforts to optimize processes organizational development processes, programs, initiatives, and procedures; implementing innovative solutions that enhance efficiency, effectiveness, and employee engagement.Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders across the organization, cultivating collaborative partnerships to ensure alignment, foster feedback, and garner support for organizational development endeavors.Stay informed about emerging trends, research findings, and best practices in Talent Management, Learning & Development, and/or Equity, Inclusion & Diversity, proactively recommending innovative ideas and thought leadership to drive continuous improvement and maintain a competitive edge.QualificationsUndergraduate degree or college diploma in related field ( Masters in I/O Psychology)6+ years of relevant experience with valued placed on designing, delivering, and measuring assessment and coaching programsIn-depth understanding of, and practical experience with, multiple assessment methodologies and coaching engagementsExtensive experience in reporting and process/program management for large-scale and complex programs, preferably in Talent, learning, ED&I, data/analysis or in the financial or professional services industry.Deep knowledge and understanding of the current market, vendor landscape, emerging and leading global trends, research, and practices.Advanced practical experience using Microsoft Office Suite – Excel, Word and PowerPoint, and other relevant systems/applications ( Tableau, LMS systems).