At Gore Mutual, we’ve always set ourselves apart as a modern mutual that does good. Now, we’re proudly building on that legacy to transform our company—and our industry—for the better.
Effective January 1, 2026, Gore has joined Beneva—the country’s largest mutual insurance company—as part of its Property & Casualty operations in Ontario and Western Canada. During 2026, Gore will combine its operations with Unica Insurance, Beneva’s Ontario-based subsidiary specializing in niche commercial and personal insurance, creating a stronger, more diversified mutual insurer with greater scale and long-term stability.
Every decision and investment remains anchored in long-term benefits to customers, members, and communities. Come join us.
The Vice President People Experience provides strategic and operational leadership across the People Experience function, ensuring people strategies, programs, and practices enable business success and an exceptional employee experience.
This is an exciting opportunity to help lead the next phase of integration between Gore Insurance Company, Unica Insurance, and Beneva. As part of a growing, purpose-driven mutual insurer, you will play a key role in shaping how teams, leaders, and employees come together to support a unified vision for the future while preserving the strengths and heritage of each organization.
Reporting to the Chief People Officer this role serves as a trusted advisor on talent, culture, and organizational effectiveness while leading a multi-disciplinary HR team responsible for HR Business Partners, Talent Acquisition, People Operations, Total Rewards, and HR Policy.
As Gore and Unica continue their integration under the Beneva brand, the Vice President will help align people strategies, strengthen organizational capability, and support employees through a period of meaningful growth and transformation. The combined organization brings greater scale, financial strength, and opportunities for continued investment in people, technology, and customer experience.
Operational Responsibilities
- Lead and develop a People Experience team of 15+ employees across HR Business Partners, Talent Acquisition, People Operations, and Total Rewards.
- Develop and execute people strategies that support organizational priorities and business objectives.
- Partner with executives, people leaders, and the Board of Directors on workforce planning, organizational effectiveness, employee relations, and talent strategy.
- Foster a high-performance, inclusive culture built on accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
- Leverage people analytics and insights to support informed decision-making and measure organizational outcomes.
- Ensure HR programs, policies, and practices are aligned, effective, and scalable.
Integration & Transformation Responsibilities
As part of the ongoing integration of Gore, Unica, and Beneva, this role will:
- Partner with executive leaders and integration workstreams to support integration priorities and business outcomes.
- Assist in the support and recommendation to harmonize HR processes, programs, and systems across the organization.
- Build leadership capability and readiness for change.
- Champion an employee experience that maintains engagement, trust, and performance during periods of transformation.
- Help shape a unified culture that reflects Beneva's people-first values while leveraging the strengths of both Gore and Unica.
Why Join Us
Joining Gore at this stage offers the opportunity to contribute to the integration of two respected Ontario insurers within Canada's largest mutual insurer. Together, Gore, Unica, and Beneva are building a stronger and more diversified organization focused on long-term growth, innovation, and a people-first culture.
Qualifications
- 10+ years of progressive Human Resources leadership experience, including leading multiple HR functions and teams.
- Proven ability to develop and execute people strategies that support business objectives, organizational effectiveness, and growth.
- Experience advising senior executives and building strong relationships with key stakeholders, including Boards of Directors.
- Demonstrated success leading organizational change, business transformation, or integration initiatives; M&A experience is considered a strong asset.
- Strong knowledge of employment legislation, employee relations, talent management, and workforce planning.
- Experience leveraging HR technology, people analytics, and data-driven insights to inform decision-making.
- University degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field; CHRL, CHRE, or equivalent designation is preferred.
LI-Hybrid
This posting pertains to an existing vacancy that is actively being filled.
Accessibility for applicants
Gore Mutual Insurance Company is committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities during all phases of the recruiting process, including the application process.
If you require accommodation because of a disability, we will work with you to meet your needs. Contact us and a human resources representative will consult with you to determine an appropriate accommodation.
Should you request an accommodation during the interview process, please notify your Talent Acquisition Consultant.
Skills Required
- 10+ years of progressive Human Resources leadership experience, including leading multiple HR functions and teams
- Proven ability to develop and execute people strategies that support business objectives and organizational effectiveness
- Experience advising senior executives and building strong relationships with key stakeholders, including Boards of Directors
- Demonstrated success leading organizational change, business transformation, or integration initiatives
- Mergers and acquisitions (M&A) experience
- Strong knowledge of employment legislation, employee relations, talent management, and workforce planning
- Experience leveraging HR technology, people analytics, and data-driven insights
- University degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field
- CHRL, CHRE, or equivalent HR designation
- Experience leading and developing a multi-disciplinary HR team (15+ employees)
What We Do
Built on a foundation of financial strength for more than 180 years, Gore Mutual Insurance Company is one of Canada’s first property and casualty insurers. With offices in Cambridge, Toronto and Vancouver, Gore Mutual is a Canadian mutual company offering competitive insurance products through trusted broker partners. Every decision and investment made is anchored in the long-term benefits to customers, members and communities. Insurance that does good – this is our Purpose. Grounded in our purpose and guided by our core values, at Gore Mutual, we believe that being good and doing good by our employees, customers and broker partners will benefit not only them but also us—which in turn allows us to spread good in our communities and reward the good we see in others. This is what is driving our work to become a purpose-driven, digitally-led national insurer
