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Maureen Carey

York,ON

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HR executive with extensive experience at GWL Realty Advisors, focusing on strategic leadership and talent development. Proven expertise in performance management and organizational development, leading to enhanced operational efficiency and increased employee engagement. Skilled in managing complex employee relations and compliance issues, facilitating impactful change across diverse teams.HR executive with extensive experience at GWL Realty Advisors, specializing in strategic leadership and talent development. Demonstrated expertise in performance management and organizational development has led to improved operational efficiency and increased employee engagement. Proficient in handling complex employee relations and compliance issues, effectively facilitating meaningful change across diverse teams.HR executive with substantial experience at GWL Realty Advisors, I excel in strategic leadership and talent development. My proven track record in performance management and organizational development directly drives improved operational efficiency and boosts employee engagement. I am adept at managing complex employee relations and compliance issues, and I consistently facilitate impactful change across diverse teams.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience

Work History

Vice President of Human Resources

GWL Realty Advisors
Toronto, ON
01.2019 - 04.2024
  • Delivered strategic leadership on business reputation management across 200+ properties in Canada.
  • Collaborated with Canada Life HR to foster a positive employee experience organization-wide.
  • Spearheaded initiatives translating business requirements into effective HR solutions.
  • Implemented a new HR structure following an organizational review, enhancing operational efficiency.
  • Executed talent acquisition strategies focused on attracting and nurturing future leaders.
  • Crafted targeted HR programs aligned with GWLRA's business objectives and performance metrics.
  • Managed payroll functions to ensure accurate and consistent payment processes.
  • Provided oversight to the Corporate Resources department, coordinating comprehensive HR service delivery.

Vice President of Human Resources

ARBOR MEMORIAL INC.
01.2006 - 01.2019
  • Reporting to the Chairman and CEO, was accountable for the Human Resources strategy with 12 direct reports.
  • Provided strategic guidance to senior leaders in all aspects of HR to drive growth and employee development.
  • Delivered appropriate and effective HR solutions for performance management, succession planning, leadership strategies, coaching, organizational development, change management, employee and labour relations and administration.
  • Oversaw HR budget of $2.8M that included Head Office and executive compensation.
  • Designed, developed and directed the execution of HR policies, procedures and programs in collaboration with the executive team, leading to efficient processes and best practices while increasing employee productivity.
  • Planned and directed the operations of Human Resources and Payroll functions by ensuring alignment with business needs.
  • Managed a variety of special projects and investigations through in-depth analysis, follow up on files and working closely with senior management; addressed critical issues and sought effective resolutions.
  • Provided leadership and guidance to the HR Advisor team in the investigation of complaints, employing cost effective solutions and mitigating risk.
  • Partnered with the executive team as a member of the strategic planning committee in building the strategic plan that enabled senior management to work together to address immediate and long-term goals.
  • Played an integral role in compliance issues facing Sales, working with the Ontario Labour Board on matters raised, finding solutions that met legislative requirements.
  • Worked on lobbying efforts with the provincial government on HR and business issues, establishing a positive relationship and an understanding of Arbor’s business.
  • Chairperson of the Pension Committee, managing the team overseeing the pension plan to ensure effective administration of the plan to meet employee interests/expectations and regulatory compliance.
  • Acted as a primary contact for union related business and led the HR team through the collective bargaining process, obtaining an agreement/contract that met both employee and company needs.
  • Designed and developed changes in the employee benefits plan; monitored premiums costs and trends, reviewed annual group insurance renewal, ensuring cost effectiveness based on employee and company needs.

Unit Commander – The Employment Unit

TORONTO POLICE SERVICE
01.2003 - 01.2006
  • Effective leader responsible for the hiring of all police and civilian personnel, leading a staff of 70 employees both civilian and uniform to hire the most qualified staff reflective of the city’s mandate, goals and deadlines of recruiting 500+ officers annually.
  • Partnered with the Head of HR to prepare the employment unit component of the annual budget planning process and regularly monitored expenditures.
  • Reviewed files with the uniform recruitment team, providing guidance and direction being the final approver for all police officer candidate moving forward; ensured adherence with policies and procedures, leading to efficient operation of the unit.
  • Managed the supervision of staff and supervisory personnel which included work allocation, training, promotion, enforcement of internal procedures and controls, meeting required deadlines and ensuring compliance with policies and procedures.
  • Evaluated performance, made recommendations and motivated employees, achieving peak productivity and performance.
  • Developed confidentiality record keeping procedures and managed appropriate department records in accordance with applicable regulations, policies and procedures.

Assistant Vice President, Employee Relations

CANADA LIFE
01.2001 - 01.2003
  • Managed and led the Employee Relations team of eight providing strategic support to the business units within the organization.
  • Effectively managed and delivered on employee relations, recruitment, job evaluation, performance management, compensation as well as salary administration policies and practices for approximately 2000 staff.
  • Reported directly to the Vice President of HR.

Staffing Manager

FIDELITY INVESTMENTS
Toronto, ON
01.1998 - 06.2001
  • Directed all hiring processes for Canadian division, leading four recruiters in full-cycle recruitment.
  • Collaborated with business leaders and hiring managers to establish hiring metrics.
  • Developed and implemented proactive talent engagement strategies to enhance efficiency and cost-effectiveness.

Director, Human Resources – Corporate Services

FIDELITY INVESTMENTS
01.1999 - 01.2001
  • Accountable for planning and delivering organizational effectiveness services that supported the HR strategic plan for the Corporate Services Division.
  • This included key HR initiatives focussed on staffing and retention strategies, employee relations, recruitment, succession planning, performance management, management development, compliance with Canadian legal procedures and policy administration.
  • Oversaw, managed, and a key leader in all facets of a restructuring process that was required and resulted in a more efficient structure for the Canadian operation.

Education

BA - Social Work

McMaster University
Hamilton

BA - Political Science

McMaster University
Hamilton

CHRE -

Human Resources Professional Association of Ontario

Skills

  • Strategic leadership
  • Performance management
  • Talent development
  • Succession planning
  • Compensation and benefits
  • Change management
  • Employee relations
  • Organizational development
  • Policy design
  • Legislative compliance
  • HR administration
  • Coaching and mentoring
  • Training and development
  • Recruitment and selection
  • Labour relations

Affiliations

Human Resources Professional Association of Ontario, Member

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Title: CHRE

Hobbies and Interests

  • Long distance running
  • Avid reader
  • Fitness enthusiast

Education And Professional Development

  • BA, Social Work, McMaster University, Hamilton
  • BA, Political Science, McMaster University, Hamilton
  • CHRE, Human Resources, Professional Association of Ontario

Demonstrated Competencies

  • Strategic Leadership
  • Performance Management
  • Talent Development
  • Succession Planning
  • Compensation & Benefits
  • Change Management
  • Employee Relations
  • Organizational Effectiveness/Development
  • Policies & Program Design
  • Legislative Compliance
  • HR Administration
  • Coaching & Mentoring
  • Training & Development
  • Recruitment & Selection
  • Labour Relations

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Vice President of Human Resources

GWL Realty Advisors
01.2019 - 04.2024

Vice President of Human Resources

ARBOR MEMORIAL INC.
01.2006 - 01.2019

Unit Commander – The Employment Unit

TORONTO POLICE SERVICE
01.2003 - 01.2006

Assistant Vice President, Employee Relations

CANADA LIFE
01.2001 - 01.2003

Director, Human Resources – Corporate Services

FIDELITY INVESTMENTS
01.1999 - 01.2001

Staffing Manager

FIDELITY INVESTMENTS
01.1998 - 06.2001

BA - Social Work

McMaster University

BA - Political Science

McMaster University

CHRE -

Human Resources Professional Association of Ontario

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