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About Westbridge

Our client, Westbridge Capital, is a private equity firm that specializes in acquiring and growing mid-market or established businesses in various jurisdictions including Canada and the United States. Founded in 2007, the firm has invested in many companies across various industries, such as manufacturing, distribution, services, and technology. The company is based in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, and promotes a collaborative work environment with a team of experienced professionals with backgrounds in tax, finance, M&A, legal, securities and information technology.

The Director, M&A Role

Westbridge Capital is looking to hire a Director, Mergers & Acquisitions for their growing private equity team. The successful candidate will play a lead role in evaluating and executing acquisition opportunities across Canada and the US for Westbridge, as well as managing the integration and financial management/reporting processes post-acquisition. With the support of a team, the Director, M&A will be responsible for driving the end-to-end M&A process, managing timelines and relationships along the way. The work is fast paced, continuously changing and unique in the Saskatoon market. The ideal candidate will be located in Saskatoon, but Westbridge may also consider candidates located in Calgary or Edmonton, working remotely, for this role.

What we’re looking for

We’re seeking commercially savvy candidates at the Director level who have experience leading M&A transactions end-to-end. The successful candidate will bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business Administration or a related field.
• Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA, CA) or Chartered Business Valuator (CBV) designation preferred.
• 5+ years of relevant experience in investment banking, private equity, corporate development or M&A advisory.
• Proven track record of successfully coordinating and executing M&A transactions, with strong experience in due diligence and integration.
• Strong financial modelling and analytical skills, with the ability to evaluate complex investment opportunities.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to build relationships and influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Multi-industry discipline as well as previous public accounting experience is a plus.

Our client, The University Hospital Foundation, was created in 1962 by an act in the Alberta legislature. In the decades since, they have evolved into one of the most successful hospital fundraising organizations in Canada. They raise funds to advance patient care and innovation at the University of Alberta Hospital, the Mazankowski Alberta Heart Institute, and the Kaye Edmonton Clinic. Passionate promoters of the power of generosity, The Foundation has raised $217 million in the past 10 years, and that number is growing everyday. These donations help support emerging ideas and technologies that are advancing excellence in patient care, education, and research on a daily basis. The Foundation’s core values encapsulate a commitment to innovation, collaboration, and accountability, fostering a culture where every member thrives in pursuit of shared goals.

The Foundation seeks an individual who is strategic, collaborative, visionary, creative, engaging, inspiring and results-focused to achieve the goals and objectives of Ignite 2030 strategy. Additionally, they seek a passionately curious leader who demonstrates a bias to action and drives a positive organizational culture. The successful candidate will engage staff, peers, stakeholders, and external agency partners, to best understand the complexity of the Foundation. Collaborative by nature, the Director, Communications and Marketing will work closely with the Executive team and department directors and will exemplify a "one team" mentality.

The successful candidate will ideally have a minimum of eight years of marketing or communications experience with exposure to public, government, and media relations. They would also have a Bachelor's degree in business, marketing, communication, public relations, or equivalent, with a minimum five years experience coaching and building a team. Candidates with a combination of other relevant education and experience will be considered.

To learn more about this exciting opportunity, please contact Mackenzie Boessenkool at mackenzie@humanisadvisory.com.

The Calgary Airport Authority ("the Authority") is more than planes and tarmacs. Their purpose travels beyond building and managing world-class facilities and runways, and into the communities they serve. The Authority is made up of about 340 employees who are driven by creating memorable and effortless experiences that reflect our beautiful city and region. They are motivated by their vision to establish the Calgary Airport (“YYC”) as an unforgettable, worldclass airport experience unlike any other.

We have partnered with the Authority to help them recruit for the newly created role of Director, Corporate Finance & Grant Management (the “Director”). Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer, the Director is responsible for sourcing, securing, and managing the Authority’s financing and liquidity beyond what cash is generated from operations. The Director will manage all aspects of funding for the Authority including lending, debt and funding strategies and tactics. They will play a pivotal role in financing and refinancing activities, and in ensuring all levels of grants available to the Authority have been identified and evaluated. In the financing functions, the Director maintains and enhances relationships with lenders, and develops and executes on all financing strategies.

In the grant management functions, the Director will be responsible for researching sources of funding, developing strategies and plans, applying for, and securing grant funding to support the organization's mission and projects. The Director works closely with all areas of the organization but in particular accounting, legal and finance teams to ensure all treasury functions are closely connected and optimized between teams and works in collaboration with the Government & Stakeholder Relations teams to coordinate government related and other funding stakeholder strategies and actions.

What we’re looking for:

We’re seeking an interpersonally savvy, collaborative, and articulate finance leader who can tell the YYC story, nurture relationships and use innovative financing and grant strategies. The successful candidate will ideally bring:

• Bachelor’s or advanced degree in finance, business, law or a related field, or combination of related advanced education.
• Minimum of 7-10 years of experience in a combined role incorporating corporate finance, grant management and legal roles of this nature.
• Minimum of 5 years in corporate finance with experience managing financing transactions end-to-end.
• Strong understanding of and experience with capital markets, lenders, and ratings agencies.
• Proven experience in grant writing, negotiation, and successful grant acquisition within a nonprofit or related sector.
• Strong understanding of funding mechanisms within the aviation sector, with an awareness of current trends, challenges, and opportunities within the grant funding landscape.
• Knowledge of different funding sources, including government agencies, private foundations, and corporate grants.
• In-depth understanding of the aviation ecosystem.
• Legal acumen, and preferably direct legal skills, with the ability to navigate complex legal and regulatory frameworks.

If this sounds like you and you’d like to learn more, please reach out to Erin Hoekstra, Senior Consultant at erin@humaniscalgary.com.

Tennis Alberta (“TA”) operates as the primary not-for-profit governing body for tennis in the province of Alberta. In close collaboration with Tennis Canada, as well as regional and local tennis associations, TA strives to create a landscape where every Albertan has the opportunity to embrace tennis as a lifelong pursuit.

The Executive Director is responsible for leading and managing TA’s operations, programs, and strategic initiatives in alignment with the Board of Directors. The Executive Director acts as the primary liaison with stakeholders, including members, partners, sponsors, and regulatory bodies, requiring effective communication and relationship building skills.

This individual will be tasked with promoting a culture of accountability, transparency, and ethical conduct within TA, ensuring high standards of governance and organizational management. Ultimately, the Executive Director leads TA’s mission-driven endeavors with strategic acumen, leadership, and a passion for advancing tennis in Alberta.

The ideal candidate will be a strategic and forward-thinking leader with strong financial and operational expertise. They will have experience leading a not-for-profit organization working and with a volunteer Board of Directors. Additionally, they will possess a thorough understanding of fundraising in the not-for-profit sector and experience in the grant writing and application process.

The Mancal Group is a diverse, privately owned company with operations across Canada that include real estate, energy, agriculture, and technology. The organization’s real estate division, Mancal Properties Inc., was established with the vision to expand the organization’s footprint in the real estate sector. Today, Mancal Properties, owns and operates an impressive portfolio of real estate assets across Canada. 

In alignment with their growth trajectory, they are presently seeking a Construction Manager to join their team and oversee the construction of multifamily residential development projects. Reporting to the VP, Transactions, the Construction Manager, a core member of the development team, will be responsible for coordinating teams of consultants and contractors through the design, permitting, construction and occupancy phases of development. 

The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 10 years of experience in multifamily projects, encompassing all phases of real estate development, from construction and post-construction through to the design development and pre-development stages. The successful candidate will demonstrate a strong understanding of the construction industry and associated regulations and possess excellent project management skills.

To learn more about this exciting opportunity with Mancal Properties Inc., please reach out to Neel Nandha, Research Associate, at neel@humaniscalgary.com. 

Headquartered in Calgary, Canada and Colchester, United Kingdom, Blackline Safety Corp. (TSX:BLN) is a publicly listed, global safety technology leader providing Hardware-enabled Software-as-a-Service (HeSaaS) solutions to a wide variety of industries, including but not limited to, energy, manufacturing, mining and agriculture. Blackline’s award-winning products have transformed enterprise workplaces through connected safety technology, ensuring every worker has the confidence to get the job done and return home safe.

The Chief Financial Officer, a key member of the Executive Leadership Team, will oversee all financial aspects of the organization. They will play a critical role in shaping and executing Blackline’s financial strategy, ensuring sound financial management, and will contribute to the overall success and growth of the company.

The ideal candidate will be a strategic and forward-thinking leader with the demonstrated ability to make sound financial decisions in complex and dynamic environments. A CPA designation, combined with a minimum 10 years of senior financial leadership experience is a must. Public company experience, particularly in the US markets, in addition to experience gained in SaaS or the technology industry, will be looked upon favorably.

About Westbridge

Our client, Westbridge Capital, is a private equity firm that specializes in acquiring and growing mid-market or established businesses in various jurisdictions including Canada and the United States. Founded in 2007, the firm has invested in many companies across various industries, such as manufacturing, distribution, services, and technology. The company is based in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, and promotes a collaborative work environment with a team of experienced professionals with backgrounds in tax, finance, M&A, legal, securities and information technology.

The Director, HR Role

Westbridge Capital is growing, and is establishing the new role of Director, Human Resources to lead, build, and execute the HR function across its business. This is an exciting opportunity to build an HR program from the ground-up and make an impact on a high-performing and growing private equity organization.

Starting off as a team of one, with potential to grow a team as the organization itself grows and evolves, the Director, HR will be a member of Westbridge’s management team, reporting into the Chief Operating Officer. They will provide vision, leadership and hands-on execution for the development and implementation of the HR function across Westbridge and each of its portfolio companies.

Role responsibilities will include:

• Human Resource Strategy
• Talent Acquisition & Management
• Human Resource Information Management & Reporting
• Payroll & Total Rewards
• Leadership Development

What we’re looking for

We’re looking for a strategic HR leader with a strong business acumen who is interested in building out the HR function within a growing and successful private equity firm. The successful candidate must have:

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in Human Resources, at least 5 of which were in a senior leadership HR role
• A Bachelor of Commerce, Business Administration or Management with a Major in HR Management, or equivalent combinations of education and experience
• Professional HR designation in Canada
• Experience designing and structuring compensation plans, particularly at the management level
• Extensive experience in each of the following areas: talent acquisition & management; human resource information management & reporting; payroll & total rewards; and leadership development
• Strong understanding of financial implications of human resource decisions and initiatives, and to leverage data and analytics to drive performance and innovation

While not a strict requirement, the ideal candidate will also have experience conducting HR diligence on target companies for potential acquisition, as well as post-acquisition integration experience.

Location

The ideal candidate will be based in Saskatoon. However, Westbridge is also open to remote working arrangements from a city that is a direct flight from Saskatoon, such as Calgary or Toronto, with regular travel to Saskatoon to stay connected to the team and the business.

To learn more about this opportunity with Westbridge Capital, please reach out to Erin Hoekstra, Senior Consultant at erin@humaniscalgary.com.

ABC Head Start Society is a registered charity providing comprehensive family support and early learning programs. Government funding and donations from generous individuals, corporations, and foundations allow them to offer free-of-cost programs to families who need them most. ABC Head Start families are able to be included in their children’s learning while being provided with parental and family support.

Reporting to the ABC Head Start Board of Directors, the successful candidate will be working on a 12–16 month contract as Interim Executive Director. They must have strong leadership expertise to guide the existing strategic plans of the organization in Edmonton’s changing environment. The ideal candidate has demonstrated exceptional skill in external relations, building and sustaining collaborative relations with employees, clients, other agencies, government, donors, and the media. Directing a leadership team that operates in a strong self-directed team environment, the Interim Director leads through influencing, and mentoring.

The ideal candidate would at a minimum have a University degree in Social Work, Human Services, Counseling, Non-profit Management, Leadership, or related discipline. University degree in Education would be considered an asset. Minimum five years progressive senior management experience within the non-profit sector and experience supervising staff and managing programs. They must also have extensive experience establishing and maintaining formal and informal partnerships with other service providers and stakeholders.

To learn more about this opportunity, please contact Diane Wheatley at diane@humanisadvisory.com or Mackenzie Boessenkool at mackenzie@humanisadvisory.com.

Organized soccer has a rich history in Calgary, dating back to 1898 when the Calgary Association Football League commenced its inaugural season with six teams and 140 players. Since then, the sport has undergone numerous transformations, culminating in the establishment of Calgary United Soccer Association (“CUSA”), which has evolved into a prominent association comprising over 310 teams and boasting a membership of 9,000+ registered players and coaches.

The Executive Director will have accountability for the continued growth and development of the association. They will provide leadership and day-to-day oversight of CUSA and play an active role in the development and execution of the association’s forward looking strategic plan. Working with the President, Board and staff, the Executive Director will be a champion for soccer in Calgary and abroad, developing strong working relationships with key stakeholders, including the Alberta Soccer Association (“ASA”) membership, local and provincial governments, while maintaining and developing the association’s image and reputation in media and the broader public eye.

The successful candidate will be an exceptional people leader with strong business acumen and a strategic mindset. They will be able to establish and maintain positive working relationships with diverse stakeholder groups and provide inspirational leadership for the continued growth of the game in Calgary.

To learn more about this terrific opportunity, please contact Cameron McDonald at cameron@humaniscalgary.com or 403-407-1965

Founded in Vancouver in 1979, our client, Whitelaw Twining is a full-service litigation law firm specializing in insurance, commercial litigation, personal injury and dispute resolution with more than 200 people in its Vancouver, Calgary and Toronto offices. In November 2022, Whitelaw Twining joined DWF Group, a global provider of integrated legal and business services in order to provide Whitelaw Twining clients with the expertise they count on, supported by deeper bench strength and extended capabilities. 

As part of their continuous growth efforts, Whitelaw Twining is focused on developing a fulsome Indigenous practice that includes both litigation and corporate law services in order to best serve their clients. 

Whitelaw Twining is looking to add a Solicitor with an Indigenous focused practice who will become an integral member of the Whitelaw Twining team. The successful candidate will have strong corporate law experience working on Indigenous focused matters. This individual will be a strong corporate lawyer, will demonstrate superior strategic acumen and will have the proven ability to obtain successful outcomes for their clients. 

The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work alongside some of Canada's leading legal minds who are committed to finding solutions for their clients and will be a key member of Whitelaw Twining’s Indigenous practice group. They must have an excellent track record of developing and working with clients, be skillful in contract review and drafting and be willing to work in a collaborative team environment.

This position offers competitive compensation including a target base salary of $175,000. 

If you bring experience in: incorporations and corporate restructuring; transactions; real property and leasing; joint ventures, limited partnerships and similar structures; additions to reserve land; and trusts, please reach out to Kate Spencer at kate@humaniscalgary.com.  

Our client, United Way of Calgary and Area, is seeking a collaborative and highly motivated Director of Marketing to join their team. United Way brings people together to solve complex social issues and improve local lives. They partner with local experts and community ambassadors, strategically invest to create lasting social change, bring people together to coordinate system changes, and designs solutions that address root causes to create lasting social change. 

The Director, Marketing will drive social change, inspire Calgarians to make a difference, take the organization’s digital marketing capabilities to new heights, and elevate their social impact brand. This role will be responsible for developing and executing United Way’s marketing strategies, encompassing both donor acquisition and retention with a goal of increasing reach, relevance, and revenue.

The ideal candidate will have 15 or more years of progressive experience in full-stack marketing, including developing marketing strategies, digital marketing, and brand management. They must have at least 7 years of experience leading and mentoring teams and a proven track record of developing and implementing omni-channel, personalized acquisition, and retention programs that increase conversion and adoption. Experience in the social services and non-profit sector is desirable.

To learn more about this exciting opportunity, please reach out to Jamie Phillips, Research Associate, Calgary at jamie@humaniscalgary.com. 

We are excited to partner once again with Calgary Housing Company (“CHC” or “the Corporation”), in their recruitment of up to three Board Directors in 2024. For over 50 years, CHC has provided a safe, affordable place to call home for Calgarians of diverse backgrounds and experiences. Today, over 10,000 Calgarians, including approximately 4,000 children, have a place to call home because of CHC.

CHC seeks to develop a Board whose members possess and demonstrate a strategic combination of personal attributes, expertise, social capital, competencies, and occupational backgrounds so that, collectively, it has access to a broad diversity of experiences, perspectives, knowledge, connections, and skills to carry out its governance, planning, stewardship, and advocacy functions.

Board Director terms are for three (3) years and term limits are set at 3 terms. CHC orientation and training is provided to new Board Directors.

Board Directors commit to attending and actively participating in approximately four (4 hour) Board Meetings/year (during the day); 1 full day Strategy Meeting; 1 full day mid-year Retreat, and approximately four (2 hour) Committee Meetings/year. Please note that most Board Directors serve on two Committees (Audit & Risk Management; Infrastructure & Asset Management; and Governance).

Based on the CHC’s most recent skills matric review, preference for the upcoming Board appointments will be given to candidates demonstrating strategic skillsets and experience in one or more of the following areas: (1) Property Development, (2) Legal; and (3) Financial Management. While previous Board governance experience is not required, successful candidates must exhibit the qualities of a strong governor.

If you bring a strong passion for community and ensuring that all people have access to the support they need to flourish, AND demonstrate one or more of the above noted strategic skillsets, we want to hear from you!

To learn more about this exciting Board of Directors opportunity with Calgary Housing Company, please reach out to Rachel Janz via email at rachel@humaniscalgary.com. Please note that the closing date for applications is Friday, April 12^th.

Our client is a transportation service company based in Western Canada providing a wide range of operations for customers throughout North America. Reporting to the Chief Information Officer (“CIO”), the Director, Information Systems & Technology (“Director”) will support the CIO in effective planning, organization and operation of infrastructure development and security. The director will provide leadership to ongoing development projects as well as implementing and monitoring appropriate technologies to support and improve corporate communications, access to information, and end-user productivity. 

The preferred candidate will bring a minimum of 10 years of direct leadership work experience in an IT management capacity, ideally in the transport sector or a similar field. We’re seeking someone with strong proficiency in IT infrastructure, operating systems, servers and databases, and cloud-based architectures. This role is well-suited for individuals who can think strategically, challenge the status quo, and contribute exciting ideas to the organization through analyzing emerging technologies, as well as being comfortable leading, engaging, and cultivating teams. 

This position offers a competitive compensation package including a target salary range of $150,000 to $225,000, supplemented by an attractive bonus structure and benefits program.

To learn more about this opportunity, please reach out to Neel Nandha, Research Associate, Calgary at neel@humaniscalgary.com. 

Our client, Parex Resources (“Parex”), is a publicly listed company with offices in Calgary and Bogota. With a track record of creating value since 2009, Parex is the largest independent exploration and production company in Colombia, focused on sustainable, conventional oil and gas production, and with 5.5 million net acres of land, they are also the largest independent land holder in Colombia. The company is seeking to add a senior lawyer with a corporate commercial legal expertise to their global legal team of 20. The Senior Legal Counsel, Commercial, will report to the Senior Legal and Commercial Manager in Calgary and will play a key role in offering legal guidance on complex commercial agreements, arrangements, and transactions. In addition, the individual will contribute to potential acquisitions, dispositions or other strategic commercial transactions and strategic initiatives as they arise in various jurisdictions. 

This individual will also contribute by offering legal support and advice to various operational units including IT, HR, Geosciences and Engineering, for material contracts and corporate affairs. We are seeking an experienced lawyer, with seven years practicing corporate commercial law or international oil and gas law with E&P industry experience. This role is compatible for someone with strong analytical skills, adept problem-solving skills, and a genuine enthusiasm for thriving in an entrepreneurial and collaborative setting. 

To learn more about this exciting opportunity with Parex, please reach out to Ranju Shergill, Managing Partner, Calgary at ranju@humaniscalgary.com. 

Our client is a TSX listed energy company with offices in multiple regions. The company has grown significantly over the years and has generated record annual funds flow. To support their growth strategy, our client is seeking a collaborative, highly motivated, and pragmatic lawyer to join their team as a Corporate Secretary & Senior Legal Counsel. Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer, the Corporate Secretary & Senior Legal Counsel will be responsible for the provision of sound advice and leadership on matters of Canadian securities compliance for the company and its subsidiaries. This individual will also be the Corporate Secretary and provide guidance on Board and Committee work, continuous disclosure and reporting, and corporate governance matters.

The Corporate Secretary & Senior Legal Counsel will play a meaningful role with the directors and executives of the organization. This role is ideally suited for an engaging legal professional who enjoys working with various stakeholder groups in an exciting, fast-paced business environment. We’re looking for an experienced corporate lawyer with a depth of experience in corporate securities and finance law (minimum 7 years) as well as corporate secretarial experience for a Canadian public company. 

To learn more about this exciting opportunity, please reach out to Ranju Shergill, Managing Partner, Calgary at ranju@humaniscalgary.com.