D2L is a cloud company that is modernizing education and building the Future of Work. The old models of teaching and learning are in the midst of the largest transformation in history, and D2L is at the heart of that fundamental shift.
New models of teaching and learning enable a personalized, student-centric experience – and deliver improved retention, engagement, satisfaction, and results for learners of all ages – in schools, campuses, and companies.
D2L is disrupting the way the world learns, by providing the next generation learning environment and solutions to engage and inspire learners. And most importantly, by giving customers a platform that is easy, flexible, and smart. No other company provides a solution as robust and innovative as D2L.
D2L has had a singular mission for 20 years and is dedicated to that same mission in the years ahead: to transform the way the world learns – and by doing so, we will help improve human potential globally.
A member of our Talent Acquisition team reviews ALL of our applications - yes a real person reviews resumes! They are excited to read more about what amazing things you could add to D2L.
Please note: This is a hybrid role, with expectation of being in the London office (SW11 8BZ) at least 2 days per week.
The People and Culture Generalist will be responsible for managing various aspects of the People and Culture function internationally. You will play a crucial role in supporting employees and the Senior Director International & Head of Strategy, People and Culture.
You will be handling various tasks across several People and Culture disciplines with enthusiasm and attention to detail, and working with an amazing global People and Culture team to deliver an outstanding employee experience!
Major Responsibilities (How You Will Make an Impact):
- Act as a Business Partner Generalist for the International team working with the Senior Director International & Head of Strategy, People and Culture
- Generalist
- Be the go-to person/triage point for employee related questions for international
- Conduct get to know your leader sessions for International. Create summary/notes/themes and share back with Senior Director International & Head of Strategy, People and Culture
- Assist in recruitment coordination and onboarding of new employees
- Partner with Senior Director International & Head of Strategy, People and Culture on People Plans, MOU’s, organisation structure changes etc.
- Partner with Senior Director International & Head of Strategy, People and Culture during merit and talent review e.g., distribution of letters, co-facilitate calibrations
- Competency/job profile review/creation for International in partnership with Senior Director International & Head of Strategy, People and Culture
- Lead the site leader program for People and Culture
- Assist with and facilitate Training and Development within the International teams
- People and Culture Administration, handling various administrative tasks
What you’ll bring to the role:
- Demonstrated relationship-building skills, written and oral communication, and analytical skills
- Able to collaborate with people leaders and employees to identify and resolve issues that achieve a balance between business needs and employee needs and ensures compliance with company policies and procedures
- Engaging and a strong communicator with a focus on relationship building and maintaining a positive company culture
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail; appreciates the importance of data integrity, time management and can prioritise tasks effectively
- Ability to work under pressure
- Passionate about People and Culture and committed to creating a positive employee experience
- Confident, approachable and have the capacity to understand multiple perspectives and cultures, possessing a high degree of tact and diplomacy
- Experience using an HRIS and proven ability to work with MS Office tools
- Strong generalist HR experience in a standalone role
- Must be knowledgeable on key legal issues associated with HR practices (Preferably, but not essential in all EMEA, Latin America and Asia Pacific)
D2L Leadership Competencies
- Leads by Example with personal and professional integrity, high accountability, and say/do ratio
- Boundaryless collaboration and influence skills both within team, peer group and broader organization. Effective communicator with a proven track record of
- Delivers Awesome Outcomes: Strategic mindset and business acumen, with strong prioritization skills and a focus on organizational outcomes vs. team tasks. Effective problem solver, able to achieve results individually and through others, in fast paced, deadline-driven environments.
- Talent Magnet: Talent-focused leader, with demonstrated ability to coach, build and lead a high performing, diverse team.
- Better, Smarter, Faster: An agile learner, with a growth mindset, attention to detail and organizational skills. An operationally minded leader, with a focus on continuous improvement and innovation.
- Wins Hearts and Minds: An effective communicator, with the ability to connect the why and the what. A change agent, with proven delegation, motivation, and team building skills
Don’t meet every single requirement? We strongly encourage you to still apply! At D2L, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment. We encourage your application even if you don't believe you meet every single qualification outlined, because we love to help our people grow and develop!
Why we're awesome:
At D2L, we are dedicated to providing you with the tools to do the best work of your life. While some of our perks and benefits may vary depending on location or employment type, we are proud to provide employees with the following through #LifeAtD2L;
- Impactful work transforming the way the world learns
- Flexible work arrangements
- Learning and Growth opportunities
- Tuition reimbursement of up to $4,000 CAD for continuing education through our Catch the Wave Program
- 2 Paid Days off for Catch the Wave related activities like exams or final assignments
- Employee wellbeing (Access to mental health services, EFAP program, financial planning and more)
- Retirement planning
- 2 Paid Volunteer Days
- Competitive Benefits Package
- Home Internet Reimbursements
- Employee Referral Program
- Wellness Reimbursement
- Employee Recognition
- Social Events
- Dog Friendly Offices at our HQ in Kitchener, Winnipeg, Vancouver and Melbourne.
D2L is committed to a fair and inclusive work environment. We are an equal opportunity employer that hires and attracts talent regardless of age, race, creed, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality, sex, status as a protected veteran or any other legally protected grounds and will not discriminate on these bases. We draw on diversity of thought and experience to reflect the rich array of cultures representing our broad customer base and we seek talent with diversity of life experiences and perspectives from around the world. If you have special accessibility requirements that need to be considered during the recruitment process, please let us know by emailing us at [email protected] and a member of our HR team will get back to you. Information received relating to accommodation needs of applicants will be addressed confidentially. D2L maintains a drug-free workplace.