Emily Douglas

Emily Douglas

Human Resources Director Canada

Emily Douglas

Content Specialist

8+ years at Key Media44,192 Total views on Human Resources Director in 2025

Emily's specialty topics

Employment law Payroll and HR technology Mental health at work LGBTQ+ workplace inclusion

Emily has written on HR, people management, employment law, and workplace technology since 2015. She has been with Key Media since 2017, in roles from Editor, Managing Editor and Content Specialist across all verticals

Emily studied Classics, Classical Studies and Ancient History at University College London. She also studied Medieval History, French and Classical Philosophy at the University of Geneva.

How I think about writing for this industry…

“The best HR stories are the ones where a policy actually changes someone's day-to-day experience at work. That's what I look for, whether it's a new payroll system or a shift in how a company supports its people.”

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Featured content from Emily

'Lego blocks' of payroll practice Forget gut instinct: Rippling proves HR's power is in the data Rippling slashes 30 hours of admin work a week: 'It builds a lot of trust in the payroll process'

Previous experience

  • Key Media — Managing Editor
  • Key Media — News Editor
  • Business Grapevine — Online Editor
  • HR Grapevine / Recruitment Grapevine — Staff Writer

Read the latest stories by Emily

How to secure investment for workforce modernisation in 2026

Learn how to build a clear business case, align stakeholders, and secure approval for HR technology investment

How to secure investment for workforce modernisation in 2026

Financial crisis: 54% of NZ workers say money worries are main cause of stress

Financial pressure the most consistent predictors of strain across New Zealand

Financial crisis: 54% of NZ workers say money worries are main cause of stress

'AI is an enabler – it can't replace the human in HR', says CPO

'AI will continue to evolve, amplifying HR’s ability to drive innovation, performance and engagement,' says Alim Dhanji of TD Synnex

'AI is an enabler – it can't replace the human in HR', says CPO

Maple Leaf Sports Entertainment CPO: 'I'm incredibly proud of our inclusive culture and community'

Teri Dennis-Davies highlights inclusive culture, sense of community at sports franchise

Maple Leaf Sports Entertainment CPO: 'I'm incredibly proud of our inclusive culture and community'

From boardroom to breakout rooms: Manulife's playbook for thriving in a hybrid revolution

Katherine Macnaughton, Manulife's VP, on the importance of meeting management in remote engagement

From boardroom to breakout rooms: Manulife's playbook for thriving in a hybrid revolution

AI strategy done right? Wiley's 90% adoption rate highlights company's success

Wiley CPO Danielle McMahan discusses importance of putting people first in tech rollouts

AI strategy done right? Wiley's 90% adoption rate highlights company's success

'Melting pot': Inside Lindt Canada's sweet people strategy

VP of HR discusses metrics, leadership development and 'listening sessions'

'Melting pot': Inside Lindt Canada's sweet people strategy

'Moving through molasses': HR leader discusses experience with SAD

Seasonal Affective Disorder needs understanding – and sometimes accommodation – to support employees

'Moving through molasses': HR leader discusses experience with SAD

Black Friday: Best Buy Canada CHRO champions employee wellbeing through stressful season

‘It’s a time of year that can bring stress, both at home and at work,’ says Chris Taylor, citing need for wellbeing support

Black Friday: Best Buy Canada CHRO champions employee wellbeing through stressful season

'Everyone deserves another chance'

HR experts cite merits of hiring ex-offenders to fill skills gaps

'Everyone deserves another chance'