Director, HR

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If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!

Lumentum Canada was awarded the 2022 National Capital Region’s Top Employers for the 6th consecutive year and the 2022 Career Directory Canada’s Best Employers for Recent Graduates for the 5th consecutive year.

Position Title Director, Human Resources

Employment Type Full-time

Location Ottawa, Onsite

About Lumentum Welcome to Lumentum! We’re all about harnessing cutting‑edge tech to create a brighter, more connected future. We are the leaders in optical and photonic products, working at the intersection of innovation and impact. Here’s what we’re up to:

Cloud & Networking

Powering high‑speed data transmission for cloud data centers, AI/ML, enterprise systems, and communication services. Think streaming, gaming, and next‑gen tech—we make it happen.

Industrial Tech

Innovating with state‑of‑the‑art lasers used in industries like EVs, solar power, display technology, and semiconductors. We’re enabling the future of green tech and advanced manufacturing.

At Lumentum, we’re committed to collaboration, inclusivity, and empowering our team to shine. Together, we’re shaping the tech of tomorrow while supporting a culture where everyone thrives.

Why You’ll Love This Role In this dynamic work environment, you will have the opportunity to partner and work with cutting edge business groups. This opportunity offers interesting work and growth opportunities working with an incredible team in Ottawa, and partnering with other professionals located around the world.

What You’ll Be Doing

Own and lead the end‑to‑end people strategy for different business units, acting as the single point of accountability for all HRBP matters.

Translate global BU strategy into a workforce plan, ensuring alignment across talent, structure, capability, culture, and cost.

Act as the primary HR advisor to business units, providing strategic counsel on organizational design, talent strategy, succession planning, performance management, and workforce optimization.

Proactively identify organizational risks and opportunities; recommend and implement solutions aligned to business outcomes.

Serve as a thought partner to BU leaders on scaling teams, enabling productivity, and building high‑performance cultures.

Partner closely with the General Manager, VPs, Directors, and senior technical leaders to shape org design, leadership capability, and operating effectiveness.

Serve as the trusted advisor and coach to leadership, providing candid counsel, data‑driven insights, and pragmatic solutions.

What We’re Looking For Education Bachelor’s degree in human resources, 10+ years of progressive experience, Business, Organizational Development, or related field; master’s degree preferred.

Experience

HR experience, including 5+ years in a senior HR Business Partner or HR leadership role.

Proven experience partnering with executive leaders in complex, global, technology‑driven organizations.

Strong background in organizational design, workforce planning, succession, and leadership development.

Skills

Strategic business partner – Translates business priorities into effective people strategies.

Executive presence – Trusted advisor who confidently challenges and influences senior leaders.

Org design & workforce expert – Shapes structure, capability, and scale for performance.

Leadership coach – Develops senior leaders and high‑potential talent.

Change leader – Leads transformation and navigates ambiguity with confidence.

Data‑driven – Uses insights to drive decisions and outcomes.

Sound ER judgment – Manages complex issues with credibility and discretion.

Highly collaborative – Builds strong partnerships across HR and the business.

Perks You’ll Love

Flexible time off

Health and wellness benefits (physical and mental)

Tuition reimbursement and career growth support

A workplace built for you: free gym, games room, prayer room

Subsidized meals, free coffee/tea

Employee stock options and incentive plans

A collaborative, innovative, and inclusive culture

Join a Team That’s Shaping the Future At Lumentum, we’re more than just a workplace—we’re a launchpad for creativity and innovation. We’re committed to celebrating your unique talents and helping you grow. Our guiding principles—Innovate, Engage, Deliver, Excel, and Win—aren’t just words; they’re the heart of what we do.

Let’s Build a Brighter Future Together! We’re committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and provide accommodations for individuals with disabilities throughout the hiring process. Your uniqueness makes us stronger, sparks creativity, and drives our success.

Please contact us at talentacquisition@lumentum.com to request accommodation.

Join us—your future starts here!

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