Senior Talent Management and Development Specialist

Who We Are

At Northland, we’re enablers of change, united by our journey to transform the energy sector into the foundation for a sustainable future.

Since our inception, we’ve been early movers in the energy industry, adopting new initiatives that pave the way for communities across the globe and helping forge their path towards a carbon‑neutral landscape.

We’re a different kind of independent power producer. As developers, owners and operators at the forefront of the energy transition, we’re uniquely positioned to leave a lasting impact in the regions where we operate. We’ve expanded our business across Canada, the United States, Latin America, Europe and Asia to become a global leader, all by bringing together industry experts to find solutions with an entrepreneurial mindset.

While our work powers communities across the globe, Northland is powered by our people.

We are seeking a strategic and hands‑on Sr. Talent Specialist to drive talent processes and Learning programs across the organization. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast‑paced, global environment and is passionate about talent management, performance cycles, and Learning and Development.

• Support the design and delivery of Learning & Development (L&D) programs, including manager training, DISC assessments, global learning sessions, culture initiatives, and Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) programming.
• Partner with external vendors and internal teams to identify, source, and implement high‑quality learning solutions.
• Design and facilitate engaging learning experiences that align with organizational priorities and employee development needs.
• Coordinate and support individual development planning for key talent, ensuring a consistent process and providing tools and resources that enable growth across the organization.

• Own the annual talent management calendar, including timelines, communications, guidance documents, and instructions for performance reviews, talent reviews, and succession planning.
• Develop and deliver training, resources, and toolkits to ensure leaders and employees understand key talent processes.
• Manage talent data, succession planning systems, and review processes; build reports and dashboards to provide insights that support people and business decision‑making.

• Coordinate the execution of engagement, new hire, and exit surveys in partnership with HR and business leaders, including scheduling, audience management, and communications.
• Analyze survey data, identify trends, and prepare reporting that informs organizational strategies and enhances the employee experience.

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Organizational Development, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in talent management, learning & development, or broader HR roles.
• Demonstrated experience designing, delivering, and evaluating L&D programs (e.g., manager training, DISC, global learning sessions, culture and DEI initiatives).
• Experience partnering with external vendors to implement learning programs or platforms.
• Strong understanding of talent processes, including performance management, succession planning, and engagement measurement.
• Proficiency with HR systems and data analytics, including the ability to build reports, dashboards, and actionable insights.
• Excellent communication, facilitation, and stakeholder‑management skills.
• Ability to partner effectively with senior leaders and HR Business Partners and influence without authority.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Commitment to fostering a culture of learning, inclusion, and continuous improvement.

• Thoughtful benefits – A competitive RRSP matching scheme of 8%; extended health, dental and vision benefits for yourself and your immediate family from day one; paid parental leave;
  Accident and Life Insurance and disability benefits are just a few of the benefits you’ll be able to access.
• Wellbeing first – Staying true to our taking care of ourselves and each other value, you will have access to our global Wellness Program and…