Talent & Organizational Development Consultant

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Our client, a leading organization in the aerospace and defense industry, is looking for a Talent & Organizational Development Consultant to join their team in Kanata, ON. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys working with data, developing talent strategies, and helping business leaders build strong teams. The successful candidate will focus on succession planning, career development, and talent initiatives that support the organization’s continued growth. 1 Year Contract.

Compensation

• Pay Rate: $62–$66/hour
• Contract: 1 year, with potential for an extension or to go permanent.
• Location: Kanata, ON
• Work Arrangement: Hybrid, 2 days onsite per week

Responsibilities

• Analyze talent data and workforce trends to recommend strategies that support future business needs.
• Support succession planning for key positions, including senior leadership roles.
• Develop career pathways and development plans to help employees grow within the organization.
• Recommend and implement development initiatives, such as leadership training, stretch assignments, and experiential learning.
• Work with HR and business leaders to present recommendations, gain buy-in, and put talent strategies into action.
• Lead projects from initial analysis through implementation and follow-up.
• Support organizational design initiatives, including team structures, role clarity, and organizational effectiveness.
• Track results and recommend improvements to ensure talent initiatives are successful.
• Build relationships with stakeholders across multiple locations in Canada.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in talent management, organizational development, leadership development, or a related field.
• Experience working with senior leaders on talent and organizational challenges.
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to turn data into practical recommendations.
• Experience with succession planning, workforce planning, or talent development.
• Experience developing career pathways or employee development plans.
• Strong project management skills, with the ability to take initiatives from planning through execution.
• Excellent communication, relationship-building, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience in a large, matrixed organization or an organization that has experienced significant growth is an asset.
• Aerospace, defence, engineering, or other technical industry experience is an asset.
• Organizational design or change management experience is an asset.
• A degree or certification in HR, Organizational Development, or a related field is preferred.

Working Conditions

• Hybrid role based in Kanata, ON, with 2 days onsite per week.
• Must be comfortable working remotely with teams across multiple Canadian locations.
• Some flexibility may be required to accommodate meetings across different locations.

At Aplin — together with our brands CompuStaff, Impact Recruitment, and Vantix Systems — we connect great people with great organizations across North America. We believe diverse teams build stronger companies, and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We use AI tools to assist in a fair and efficient matching process, helping our recruiters connect the right people with the right opportunities. To be considered, applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada, including holding any required permits. Our recruitment services are always free for job seekers. Accommodation is available upon request throughout all stages of the recruitment process.

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