Caroline Turnbull
British Columbia,Canada
Summary
Strategic and results-oriented HR leader with a proven track record of driving cultural transformation, workforce optimization, and talent strategy in dynamic and complex environments. Over 15 years of progressive leadership experience including People & Culture, remote team management, diversity and inclusion advocacy, and aligning HR initiatives with organizational goals. Known for delivering innovative solutions that elevate employee engagement, operational performance, and organizational resilience.
Overview
2025
2025
years of professional experience
Work History
People and Culture Manager
Natural Resources Training Group
01.2022 - Current
- Lead the People & Culture strategy, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and driving operational excellence in a fully remote environment
- Designed and implemented initiatives to strengthen organizational culture, resulting in improved employee engagement and retention
- Partnered with executive leadership to drive workforce planning, address talent gaps, and build robust succession plans
- Championed DEIB programs, embedding inclusive practices into the company’s culture and achieving measurable improvements in employee satisfaction
- Enhanced leadership capabilities through tailored development programs, fostering high-performing teams
- Oversaw compliance with employment laws and health and safety standards, mitigating risk and ensuring adherence to regulations
- Led Total Rewards strategy, including compensation planning, benefits optimization, and the implementation of equitable pay structures
Administrative Manager
Natural Resources Training Group
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Directed operational support functions to enhance organizational efficiency and support leadership in achieving strategic goals
- Strengthened internal communications and streamlined processes to support scalability in a rapidly evolving business environment
Executive Assistant
Power Corporation of Canada
01.2014 - 01.2017
- Provided executive-level strategic and operational support, ensuring alignment across cross-functional priorities
- Managed critical initiatives, including stakeholder communications and high-profile event planning
Executive Assistant
Marvel Entertainment International Ltd
04.2007 - 06.2009
- Previous Leadership Role
PA to Deputy Director
Heritage Lottery Fund
- Previous Leadership Role
Executive Coordinator
Graham Boeckh Foundation
01.2011 - 01.2014
- Delivered comprehensive project oversight, ensuring timely execution and alignment with strategic objectives
PA to Partner
Turner & Townsend Ltd
- Previous Leadership Role
Education
AIHR
06-2024
Staff Supervisor/Health & Safety Certificate - Level 2
British Safety Council
01.2008
Professional Development for PAs and Executive Secretaries -
Hemsley Fraser
01.2004
BTEC National Diploma - Art & Design
Portsmouth College of Art
01.1996
Skills
- Strategic Workforce Planning
- Talent Acquisition
- Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging (DEIB) Leadership
- Leadership Development
- Succession Planning
- Total Rewards Strategy
- Compensation
- Benefits
- Payroll
- Change Management
- Cultural Transformation
- HR Systems
- Compliance Oversight
- Remote Team Leadership
- Optimization
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
People and Culture Manager
Natural Resources Training Group
01.2022 - Current
Administrative Manager
Natural Resources Training Group
01.2021 - 01.2022
Executive Assistant
Power Corporation of Canada
01.2014 - 01.2017
Executive Coordinator
Graham Boeckh Foundation
01.2011 - 01.2014
Executive Assistant
Marvel Entertainment International Ltd
04.2007 - 06.2009
Staff Supervisor/Health & Safety Certificate - Level 2
British Safety Council
Professional Development for PAs and Executive Secretaries -
Hemsley Fraser
BTEC National Diploma - Art & Design
Portsmouth College of Art
PA to Deputy Director
Heritage Lottery Fund
PA to Partner
Turner & Townsend Ltd
AIHR
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