Lauren Demers
About Lauren Demers
Lauren Demers is a Senior Human Resources Business Partner specializing in HR Operations at J.D. Irving, Limited, where she has worked since 2022. With a background in various human resources roles across multiple industries, she has a strong focus on recruiting top talent, particularly within the Forestry and Forest Products sector.
Current Role at J.D. Irving
Lauren Demers currently holds the position of Senior Human Resources Business Partner - HR Operations at J.D. Irving, Limited. She has been in this role since 2022, contributing to Corporate Human Resources. In her current capacity, she supports various operations within the Forestry and Forest Products industry, focusing on sourcing top talent for the organization.
Previous Experience at J.D. Irving
Lauren has extensive experience at J.D. Irving, Limited, having served in multiple roles. She was a Senior Sourcing and Recruitment Specialist from 2020 to 2021 and worked as a Talent Acquisition Specialist for the Sawmills and Woodlands Divisions from 2018 to 2019. Additionally, she was a Human Resources Business Partner from 2019 to 2020 and a Senior Human Resources Business Partner from 2021 to 2022.
Education and Qualifications
Lauren Demers studied at Nova Scotia Community College, where she earned an Advanced Diploma in Human Resource Management from 2010 to 2011. She also holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology and Sociology from Saint Mary's University, which she completed from 2005 to 2010. Her educational background supports her expertise in human resources.
Experience at PwC
Lauren worked at PwC from 2011 to 2017 in various roles. She served as an Internal Firm Services professional for six years and held the position of Campus Recruitment Assistant for four months in 2011. Her experience at PwC contributed to her development in recruitment and human resources operations.
Human Resources Roles in Other Organizations
In addition to her roles at J.D. Irving and PwC, Lauren has worked in human resources at several other organizations. She was a Human Resources Specialist at the YMCA of Greater Saint John from 2017 to 2018 and completed a Human Resources Recruitment Internship at Delta Hotels in 2011. This diverse experience showcases her versatility in the field.