Leadership Development Consultant

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Highlights of the job

If you thrive on shaping leadership culture, facilitating impactful learning experiences, and engaging senior leaders—this is an exciting opportunity to make a difference.

We are hiring a Leadership Development Consultant for a full-time temporary position (up to 18 months) working out of Edmonton, AB. This opportunity is open to both internal and external candidates. Current EPCOR employees, please apply using your “@epcor.com” email address. This position is eligible for EPCOR’s Where We Work hybrid program, based on business needs and eligibility.

As a Leadership Development Consultant , you will play a critical part in designing and delivering high-impact leadership programs, including workshops, bootcamps, and advanced development programs for all levels of leadership at EPCOR. You’ll be at the heart of it all – leading the design and implementation of organization-wide leadership initiatives, empowering leaders, and managing development programs across all leadership levels.

You’ll coach leaders, facilitate meaningful discussions, and guide action planning around key HR programs. Your ability to collaborate with diverse stakeholders, subject matter experts, and cross-functional teams will be essential in designing and delivering learning experiences that shape EPCOR’s culture and strengthen its leadership pipeline.

What you’d be responsible for

Reporting to the Senior Manager, Learning & Development, you will have the following key accountabilities:

Leadership & Organizational Development
Designing and delivering leadership development programs using engaging, learner-centered methods (virtual and in-person).
Facilitating coaching conversations, team interventions, and leadership workshops that drive behaviour change and performance.
Providing consulting and coaching in areas such as succession planning, conflict resolution, team development, and organizational design.
Supporting leaders in applying EPCOR’s leadership competencies and identifying talent for growth.
Applying organizational development tools (e.g., Gallup’s CliftonStrengths, DiSC, MBTI, leadership assessments) to support team and leader effectiveness.

Program Design & Facilitation
Leading the planning and facilitation of leadership bootcamps, advanced leadership programs, and professional development events.
Collaborating with senior leaders and stakeholders to clarify complex needs and co-create impactful learning strategies.
Promoting an inclusive, learner-centered internal brand that reflects EPCOR’s values and commitment to continuous improvement.
Leveraging instructional design principles and adult learning methodologies to create high-impact learning experiences.
Utilizing learning platforms (e.g., LMS systems) to support program delivery and tracking.

Process & Program Improvement
Driving improvements to leadership development processes, tools, and resources.
Aligning programs with EPCOR’s values and strategic goals, defined competencies, and the needs of leaders.
Tracking and evaluating program effectiveness using relevant metrics and feedback.

Please note: This role is focused exclusively on leadership development, employee learning, and organizational effectiveness. It does NOT involve recruitment, candidate sourcing, or talent acquisition responsibilities.

What’s required to be successful

The successful candidate will possess the following qualifications, experience and behaviours:
A degree in Leadership, Adult Education, Human Resources, Organizational Development, Business, or a related field (Master’s preferred).
5+ years of experience in leadership development, organizational development, instructional design and facilitation of leadership training
Proven expertise in designing and delivering learner-centered programs using adult learning principles.
Strong facilitation skills, executive presence, with the ability to confidently engage and coach senior leaders.
Demonstrated ability to apply organizational development tools (e.g., Gallup’s CliftonStrengths, DiSC, MBTI, leadership assessments) to support team and leader effectiveness.
Proficiency with learning platforms (e.g., LMS) and digital learning tools.
Skilled in strategic collaboration and stakeholder engagement, particularly with senior leaders and executives.
Exceptional communication and presentation skills, with the ability to tailor messaging to diverse audiences.
High integrity and discretion when handling confidential or executive-level information.
Strong analytical, systems-thinking, and time-management skills.

The following will be considered an asset:
ICF-accredited Organizational Coaching or CPHR Certifications.
Experience integrating DEI principles into leadership development programs.
Background in regulated or operations-driven organizations.

Other important facts about this job

Jurisdiction: PROF
Hours of work: 80 hours biweekly

Application deadline: July 21, 2025 (11:59PM)

Current EPCOR Employees, please ensure that you are using your “@epcor.com” email address.

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Please note the following information:

A requirement of working for EPCOR is that you are at least 18 years of age, successfully attained a high school diploma (GED, or equivalent level of secondary education) and legally entitled to work in Canada. (A copy of a valid work permit may be required.)
If you are considered for the position, clearance on all applicable background checks (which may include criminal, identity, educational, and/or credit) and professional reference checks is required. Some EPCOR positions require an enhanced level of background assessment, which is dictated by law. These positions require advanced criminal record checks that must also be conducted from time to time after commencement of employment.
A technical/practical assessment may be administered during the selection process and this exercise will be used as a part of the selection criterion.
 

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