Director, HR

Director, Human Resources

Full‑time, Ottawa (onsite).

At Lumentum, a leader in optical and photonic products, we are seeking a Director, Human Resources to drive people strategy across our business units. You will partner with global teams, translate global business strategy into workforce plans, and serve as the primary HR advisor to senior leaders.

• Own and lead the end‑to‑end people strategy for different business units, acting as the single point of accountability for all HRBP matters.
• Translate global BU strategy into a workforce plan, ensuring alignment across talent, structure, capability, culture, and cost.
• Act as the primary HR advisor to business units, providing strategic counsel on organizational design, talent strategy, succession planning, performance management, and workforce optimization.
• Proactively identify organizational risks and opportunities; recommend and implement solutions aligned to business outcomes.
• Serve as a thought partner to BU leaders on scaling teams, enabling productivity, and building high‑performance cultures.
• Partner closely with the General Manager, VPs, Directors, and senior technical leaders to shape org design, leadership capability, and operating effectiveness.
• Serve as the trusted advisor and coach to leadership, providing candid counsel, data‑driven insights, and pragmatic solutions.

Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business, Organizational Development, or related field; master’s degree preferred.

• HR experience, including 5+ years in a senior HR Business Partner or HR leadership role.
• Proven experience partnering with executive leaders in complex, global, technology‑driven organizations.
• Strong background in organizational design, workforce planning, succession, and leadership development.

• Strategic business partner – Translates business priorities into effective people strategies.
• Executive presence – Trusted advisor who confidently challenges and influences senior leaders.
• Org design & workforce expert – Shapes structure, capability, and scale for performance.
• Leadership coach – Develops senior leaders and high‑potential talent.
• Change leader – Leads transformation and navigates ambiguity with confidence.
• Data‑driven – Uses insights to drive decisions and outcomes.
• Sound ER judgment – Manages complex issues with credibility and discretion.
• Highly collaborative – Builds strong partnerships across HR and the business.

• Flexible time off
• Health and wellness benefits (physical and mental)
• Tuition reimbursement and career growth support
• Free gym, games room, and prayer room
• Subsidized meals, free coffee/tea
• Employee stock options and incentive plans
• Collaborative, innovative, and inclusive culture

At Lumentum, we harness cutting‑edge technology to build a brighter, more connected future. We innovate across cloud & networking, industrial tech, and more, empowering our people to thrive in a culture of inclusion and collaboration.

This dynamic environment offers growth opportunities alongside a global, highly talented team, with a focus on partnership and continuous improvement.

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and provide accommodations for individuals with disabilities throughout the hiring process. Please contact t to request accommodation.

If you like wild growth and working with enthusiastic, high‑achieving professionals, your future starts here. Apply now or reach out for more information.