Description:
The Talent Acquisition Specialist is responsible for managing end-to-end recruitment processes, strengthening the employer brand, and cultivating relationships with highly skilled talent. With a focus on delivering exceptional customer service, this role employs innovative and creative sourcing methods to attract top candidates while ensuring a positive and engaging candidate experience throughout the recruitment journey. The Talent Acquisition Specialist takes ownership of the full recruitment cycle, from requisition creation to offer management, and plays a pivotal role in shaping the organization's talent acquisition strategy. By leveraging their expertise, they actively contribute to building a diverse talent pipeline and enhancing the organization's reputation as an employer of choice.
ACCOUNTABILITIES
- Deliver excellent customer service to ensure an exceptional candidate experience.
- Participate in and administer end-to-end recruitment activities, managing documentation.
- Own the full cycle recruitment process, including intake meetings, sourcing strategies, offer negotiations, and background checks.
- Build and maintain a robust candidate pipeline through various sourcing channels, emphasizing diversity.
- Provide updated reports, Talent Acquisition dashboards, and key metrics to stakeholders.
- Educate and consult Hiring Managers on hiring best practices, including active candidate sourcing, networking, and diversity.
- Organize and participate in recruiting events, fostering partnerships with employment agencies, educational institutions, and community hiring partners.
- Recommend operational policies and procedures, performance standards, and service levels for continuous improvement.
- Support comprehensive programs led by specialist colleagues in areas such as HR Advisory, Pay & Benefits, HR Analytics, and Learning & Development.
- Develop and maintain constructive relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
- Provide direction and assign tasks to the Talent Acquisition Assistant.
- Collaborate closely with colleagues and peers in the HR team to support Assistants and Coordinators across the Branch.
- Troubleshoot and provide technical support for internal and external inquiries related to the Applicant Tracking System.
- Contribute to the development of internal work practices, including guidelines, procedures, and tools.
JOB REQUIREMENTS
- 5 years of full-cycle recruiting experience, preferably in a high-growth environment sourcing corporate support roles (or equivalent combination of education and experience).
- Experience working in the public sector, crown corporations, or large organizations is an asset.
- Collaborative mindset with the ability to establish and maintain interpersonal relationships at all levels of the organization.
- Ability to lead by example and work as a team player with colleagues across the organization.
- Skilled at balancing competing priorities in a high-volume environment and taking ownership of tasks.
- Strong technical aptitude with an interest in leveraging technology for analysis and process efficiency.
- Proficiency using LinkedIn Recruiter, Boolean searching techniques, and other social media and internet sourcing tools.
- Demonstrated intermediate knowledge of HR policies, practices, procedures, and trends, including employee, recruitment and selection, organization planning and classification, employee training, development, and organization development.
- Ability to think creatively, embrace innovation, and exercise sound judgment.
- Intermediate skills in Office365, SharePoint, and HCM solutions.
- Strong oral and written communication skills, including technical and confidential content, in various formats such as presentations and group facilitation.
- Demonstrates high standards of behavior, professionalism, and commitment to quality service.
- Discretion and ability to maintain confidentiality when handling sensitive information.
- Strong sourcing capabilities with a proven track record of engaging passive candidates and building diverse pipelines.
EDUCATION
- Degree in Human Resources or Business Administration.