Specialist, Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

Our employees are at the heart of what we do best : helping people, businesses and society prosper in good times and be resilient in bad times.

When you join our team, you're bringing this purpose to life alongside a passionate community of experts.

Feel empowered to learn and grow while being valued for who you are- here, diversity is a strength. You have our commitment to support you in reaching your goals with tools, opportunities, and flexibility. It's our employee promise.

Our hybrid work model provides the balance between working from home and enjoying meaningful in-person interactions.

Read on to see how you can shape the future, win as a team, and grow with us.

About the role

As a Specialist in Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, you have the opportunity to create meaningful change to advance Intact's DEI objectives through direct partnership within the business.

At Intact, embracing diversity, equity and inclusion is rooted in our values. Backed by a committed DEI team, long-standing DEI councils, and dedicated leadership, we're building a company that reflects the communities we serve and fostering a workplace where individuals can be themselves, grow, and succeed, both professionally and personally.

In this role, you will report to the Director of DEI, Mental Health & Well-being, as part of a mighty team of experts in the field.

You will build internal partnerships within the business to plan, deliver and evaluate impactful DEI initiatives. At Intact, you'll grow your brand as an advisor and subject matter expert to support HR business partners, leadership, and employee champions to progress the DEI strategy.

What you'll do here

• Identify opportunities and strategies within business units to create value.
• Lead project teams and / or major projects within the business to ensure progress on the DEI journey, benefiting the organization and employees.
• Provide expertise, coaching and act as a strategic advisor to HR and leaders in matters related to DEI.
• Nurture Intact's DEI vision by providing data-driven insights and coaching.
• Contribute to the development, execution, and evaluation of DEI initiatives, action plans, resources, and tools to advance our DEI goals at a business unit level.
• Support employee relations as well as initiatives geared to under-represented talent that promote diversity, equity, and inclusion at Intact.
• Collaborate with Intact's various Human Resources teams and Centres of Expertise to understand and solve DEI related challenges at a business unit level.
• Benchmark best practices and collect / analyze organizational metrics to identify opportunities to strengthening DEI within business areas at Intact.
• Build and execute project plans, change management plans, and contribute to communication plans.

What you bring to the table :

• Experience in Human Resources with 3 or more years focus on DEI, anti-racism, and decolonization.
• Experience leading and executing projects with a change management approach.
• Strong consultation skills to use subject matter expertise to develop and deliver initiatives with consideration of best practices while aligning with company's values, specific business unit needs and meet clients where they are.
• Project and change management proficiency.
• Advanced PowerPoint and Excel skills to build and present impactful presentations for business audiences.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills to progress the DEI journey, build allyship and maximize collaboration across levels.
• Ability to manage, prioritize and reprioritize multiple tasks and initiatives with a focus on desired end-state.
• Bilingualism (English / French) is required. Need to interact on a regular basis with English-speaking clients and colleagues across the country.

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What we offer

Working here means you'll be empowered to be and do your best every day. Here is some of what you can expect as a permanent member of our team :

• A financial rewards program that recognizes your success
• An industry leading Employee Share Purchase Plan; we match 50% of net shares purchased
• An extensive flex pension and benefits package, with access to virtual healthcare
• Flexible work arrangements
• Possibility to purchase up to 5 extra days off per year
• An annual wellness account that promotes an active and healthy lifestyle
• Access to tools and resources to support physical and mental health, embracing change and connecting with colleagues
• A dynamic workplace learning ecosystem complete with learning journeys, interactive online content, and inspiring programs
• Inclusive employee-led networks to educate, inspire, amplify voices, build relationships and provide development opportunities
• Inspiring leaders and colleagues who will lift you up and help you grow
• A Community Impact program, because what you care about is a part of what makes you different. And how you contribute to your community should be just as unique.

We are an equal opportunity employer

At Intact, we value diversity and strive to create an inclusive, accessible workplace where all individuals feel valued, respected, and heard.

If we can provide a specific adjustment to make the recruitment process more accessible for you, please let us know when we reach out about a job opportunity.

We'll work with you to meet your needs.

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