Ruby Maciver
Strategic People Leader
Milton,ON
Summary
I am a strategic Human Resources leader with 20+ years of experience partnering with executives to drive organizational growth, cultural transformation, and workforce performance. My expertise spans talent strategy, succession planning, organizational design, leadership development, employee engagement, and change management.
I have worked across healthcare, corporate, and professional services sectors, building inclusive and high-performing teams while aligning people strategy with business goals. I am passionate about coaching leaders, strengthening leadership pipelines, and designing HR programs that improve employee experience, retention, and organizational effectiveness. Strategic leader with deep expertise in driving business growth and fostering high-performance teams. Demonstrates strong ability to navigate complex challenges and deliver impactful results. Adept at building collaborative environments and leveraging analytical skills to meet evolving demands. Recognized for exceptional communication, leadership, and problem-solving abilities.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Regional People Business Partner
Dental Corp
10.2022 - Current
- Collaborated with executives and regional leaders to synchronize HR strategy with business goals across +100 practices.
- Managed succession planning and talent strategy to fortify leadership structures.
- Guide senior leaders on complex workforce issues, balancing organizational needs with legal and compliance risks.
- Managed strategic partnership initiatives to drive measurable outcomes and deeper relationships with cross-functional
- Delivered insightful data-driven recommendations that informed key decision-making processes within the organization.
- Navigated complex legal and regulatory challenges to ensure compliance across all business operations.
Regional Human Resource Business Partner (Remote)
Revera Living
01.2019 - 12.2021
- Facilitated effective management of employee relations, talent, and safety to achieve business goals.
- Proactively provide insight on the design and development of HR programs, processes, systems and tools keeping the needs of the business top of mind and solving identified "pain points" in the system;
- Collaborated with all parties to develop a positive working relationship based on mutual respect, trust and confidence (e.g. RDOs, EDs and management teams, Unions);
- Delivered coaching to business leaders on employment issues including policy interpretation and dispute resolution.
- Supported RDOs and the sites by providing guidance and advice on appropriate level of discipline to take and preparing all termination letters/packages and response to demand letters received;
- Provided advice, guidance and training to clients regarding investigation processes and practices. Conduct complex or high-risk workplace investigations, whether reported through internal processes of through eternal parties (e.g., regulatory agencies).
Human Resource Business Partner
Alberta Health Services
01.2014 - 12.2018
- Ensured alignment of human resource services with organizational values and objectives.
- Provided guidance for performance evaluation and performance management processes and effective day-to-day delivery of HR services.
- Provided direction, coaching, support and guidance to supervisors and staff.
- Executed HR processes in accordance with policies, legislation, and collective agreements.
- Developed recommendations for classification and compensation for in-scope and out-of-scope positions.
- Interpret client needs, assess requirements and identify solutions to non-standard issues and requests including engagement of Human Resources specialists as required.
- Fostered and maintained positive and collaborative relationships with AHS managers, HR networks and service centres, and Union representatives.
Human Resource Manager
Catholic Social Services
01.2013 - 01.2014
- Directed daily HR services to manage recruitment and staffing.
- Led initiatives for performance assessment and management.
- Provide direction, coaching, support and guidance to supervisors and staff.
- Streamlined HR processes by contributing to business planning initiatives.
- Supported investigations, disciplinary and grievance matters.
- Compiled statistical reports on personnel data including hires, transfers, and performance appraisals.
- Updated HR database and personnel files to maintain accuracy and compliance with legal standards.
- Managed employee relations issues professionally, resolving conflicts efficiently while maintaining confidentiality at all times.
Western Region Human Resource Manager
Maxxam Analytics Inc.
12.2007 - 09.2013
- Designed HR initiatives to synchronize with business strategies.
- Delivered HR functional guidance to business groups for informed decision-making.
- Managed future development of the HR department, including needs analysis, project planning and requirements specification
- Managed daily Human Resource operations and addressed challenges effectively.
- Implemented strategies for continuous improvement in human resources workflows.
- Developed and executed HR initiatives.
HR Consultant
Maxxam Analytics
01.2005 - 11.2007
- Improved workplace culture by initiating diversity and inclusion initiatives, resulting in higher employee satisfaction levels.
- Assessed employee engagement levels through surveys and focus groups, implementing actionable feedback for continuous improvement.
- Partnered with business leaders to align HR strategy with organizational goals, driving company growth and success.
- Enhanced employee retention by implementing effective onboarding and training programs.
Education
Human Resources Management Diploma - Business Administration And Management
Sheridan College
Oakville, Ontario01.2000
200hr Yoga Teacher Training - undefined
Shanti Yoga Studio
Nelson, British ColumbiaSkills
HR Strategy Talent Management Leadership Development Succession Planning Organizational Design Employee Engagement Labour Relations Change Leadership DEI (Diversity, Equity & Inclusion)
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Timeline
Senior Regional People Business Partner
Dental Corp
10.2022 - Current
Regional Human Resource Business Partner (Remote)
Revera Living
01.2019 - 12.2021
Human Resource Business Partner
Alberta Health Services
01.2014 - 12.2018
Human Resource Manager
Catholic Social Services
01.2013 - 01.2014
Western Region Human Resource Manager
Maxxam Analytics Inc.
12.2007 - 09.2013
HR Consultant
Maxxam Analytics
01.2005 - 11.2007
Human Resources Management Diploma - Business Administration And Management
Sheridan College
200hr Yoga Teacher Training - undefined
Shanti Yoga Studio