Max Tennessen

Acting Director of Corporate Affairs @UBC Properties Trust

Vancouver, BC, CA

As Acting Director of Corporate Affairs at UBC Properties Trust, I:* Ensure regulatory, governance, and legal compliance through policy development, HR best practices, and strategic advice to leadership* Serve as an active member of the Senior Leadership Team (SLT), advising executive leadership on all HR-related matters* Oversee workforce planning and recruiting strategies to attract, hire, and retain top talent* Coach, mentor, and train both staff and managers across departments* Act as the primary point of contact for employee relations, conflict resolution, and Employment Services Branch concerns* Lead initiatives to enhance employee engagement, including learning & development, recognition programs, and mentorship* Administer competitive, cost-effective benefits programs aligned with organizational goals* Conduct compensation research and benchmarking to support equity and retention* Oversee HRIS operations (Eddy HR), ensuring data accuracy and workflow efficiency* Manage the full employee lifecycle from onboarding to offboarding* Lead HR-related budget processes including invoice approvals, expense reviews, and variance reporting* Drive and support the Occupational Health & Safety Committee and WorkSafe BC claims

Vancouver Film School

Diploma, Entertainment Business Management

British Columbia Institute of Technology

Certificate, Human Resource Management

Mount Allison University

Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Commerce Major, Drama Minor