At illumin, we are transforming the advertising landscape. Our platform offers an integrated space for journey planning, execution, and reporting. It empowers marketers to connect with their audiences in powerful ways through real-time data and easy-to-use visual tools. By seamlessly combining media planning and buying in an intuitive interface, marketers can take complete control of their campaigns, meeting customers wherever they are in the buying journey and maximizing the impact of their ad spend through personalized insights for smarter decision-making.

Who we need

Reporting to the COO, we are hiring a Director, People and Culture to help shape the people strategy that supports illumin’s next stage of growth. As our new Director, People and Culture, you will act as a trusted advisor to leaders across the business, partnering closely with senior stakeholders on organizational design, talent management, leadership effectiveness, employee engagement, performance, and change management. You will bring a strong understanding of how people strategies drive business performance, along with the confidence to influence, challenge, and support leaders at every level. Through your guidance and hands-on approach, you will help strengthen leadership capability, evolve our people practices, and build the culture, structure, and talent needed to support our continued growth.

This is a hybrid opportunity, working Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays on-site in our downtown Toronto office. Our headquarters are located within minutes of St. Andrew and Union subway stations.

What's in it for you

A seat at the table during a period of transformation.

We are evolving as a business, investing in our people, strengthening our leadership capabilities,



and preparing for our next stage of growth. You will partner closely with executive leadership to help shape the people strategies, organizational decisions, and leadership practices that support that evolution.

An opportunity to build, influence, and execute.

This is not a role focused on maintaining established programs. You will have the opportunity to assess what is working, identify opportunities for improvement, and help design and implement people initiatives that strengthen performance, engagement, and organizational effectiveness.

The chance to be a true business partner.

We are looking for someone who is as interested in the business as they are in HR. You will gain deep exposure to our strategy, challenges, and growth plans, partnering with leaders to solve problems, make informed decisions, and align people practices with business outcomes.

How you will make an impact:

Partner with leaders to strengthen organizational effectiveness.

You will act as a trusted advisor to leaders across the business, helping them navigate organizational design, workforce planning, talent decisions, performance challenges, and team effectiveness. By understanding both the business and its people, you will help leaders build high-performing teams capable of supporting growth and change.

Coach and develop leadership capability.





You will work closely with managers and senior leaders to strengthen leadership effectiveness, providing guidance, coaching, and practical support on performance management, employee development, communication, and team engagement. You will help create a consistent leadership experience across the organization.

Shape and evolve our people strategy.

You will assess existing programs, identify opportunities for improvement, and help design and implement people initiatives that support business priorities. From talent management and succession planning to employee engagement and organizational development, you will ensure our people practices evolve alongside the business.

Lead through change and growth.

As the organization continues to evolve, you will help leaders and employees navigate change with clarity and confidence. You will support transformation initiatives, guide difficult conversations, and help ensure people’s considerations are integrated into business decisions.

Drive a positive employee experience.

You will help create an environment where employees can do their best work by supporting engagement, development, recognition, and retention initiatives. You will serve as a trusted resource for leaders and employees, balancing empathy with sound business judgment.

Partner across the business.

Working closely with the COO, senior leadership team, and cross-functional stakeholders, you will help align people strategies with business objectives. You will bring a balanced perspective that considers employee experience, organizational effectiveness, and long-term business success when advising on key decisions.

Lead and support the People & Operati

📌 Director, People and Culture (Toronto)
🏢 illumin Holdings
📍 Toronto