We are looking for a Manager, People Business Partner. You will execute our new talent strategy, provide coaching and advice to your management and leadership team, and foster a diverse and innovative culture. You will be a true partner and agent of change, driving organizational effectiveness aligned with IMAX's vision, mission, values, and objectives. You will assess the pulse and engagement of talent and collaborate to address all people- needs in our evolving business. Your influence and expertise will directly increase organizational success at the individual, team, and management levels.

What's in it for you

Inspiration . You are passionate about the art and science of film. You want a role at an organization that inspires innovation, working for a leader who excels at people development and mentorship. You want the opportunity to flourish, achieve milestones, and see the impact of your work come together.

Ignition . You want to step up to the challenges of an ever-changing environment, where you can make your mark working with an open leadership team seeking your expertise and insights. You are a client-focused coach with an exceptional ability to empower executives to be better managers, presenters, and performers. The advice, guidance, and leadership development, will ultimately enable leaders and their teams to grow the company's success

Involvement . You want the autonomy to push back and challenge the status quo. This is an opportunity to have a voice at the table while staying involved at the micro-level, acting on your own ideas.

What you'll be doing:

Advising . You will enable business results by consulting and coaching leaders on people solutions that contribute to achieving business unit goals and objectives. You will partner with leaders to enhance their effectiveness as a people manager.

Guide organizational design. You will act as a trusted advisor providing counsel and support on specific action plans to develop and grow team members and ensure continuous feedback to drive a high-performing culture. You will provide feedback and guidance on organizational design and change management initiatives.

Support the new talent strategy. You will form internal partnerships to deliver high-impact talent initiatives and programs to drive business results and talent development, retention and attraction. In partnership with business leaders, you will participate in the performance, talent and compensation cycle to impact overall performance, engagement, and talent readiness and retention.

Evaluate policies. You will ensure People's activities, policies, and procedures are consistent with applicable regulations, laws and statutes applicable to each jurisdiction that the company operates within.

Employee relations . You will manage sensitive team member relations issues directly with business leaders to timely and effectively address performance issues, including providing advice on conflict resolution and leading workplace investigations.

What you bring:

The education. You have a university degree in a business-related field and post-graduate certification in Human Resources.

The strategic and practical expertise. You have 10+ years as an HRBP with a proven history of successfully planning, designing, and delivering management and executive-level coaching, from performance management, learning, and career development to channeling creativity into action to growing capabilities in leadership, employee engagement and employee relations. You have a strong business acumen combined with experience in the entertainment or technology industry.  You have played an essential part in rolling out and executing Human Resources strategies, including talent attraction and retention, values-based engagement initiatives, and broader policies promoting vision and mission.

The thought leadership. You take ownership of your work and seek new opportunities for learning and teaching. You are passionate about representing HR, championing people and culture, and inspiring leaders. You want to foster a diverse and inclusive environment, optimize performance, and create engagement. You have exceptional skills in change management, the ability to translate initiatives to key stakeholders, communicate organizational and talent developments, and act as a resource to management and employees.

The interpersonal skills. You can build influential relationships and motivate leaders and teams. You are a trusted advisor and problem solver who can empower managers and teams to generate new ideas, challenge the status quo, take risks, support change, and encourage innovation. You can tactfully address and resolve difficult situations, focusing on issue resolution. You have a high degree of emotional Intelligence, and can adapt your style and approach to fit the immediate or broader context.

The drive. You are willing to do whatever it takes to get the job done, no matter how big or small. You can work independently and effectively in a fast-paced organization, juggling several projects with a spirit of flexibility and a positive outlook. You want to know, 'How can I help the business be successful and enable better leaders?