Bilingual Talent Advisor

BPA; Ottawa; Hybrid; CAD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work environment

Professional growth opportunities

RRSP with employer contributions

Group insurance

37.5-hour workweek with Friday half‑af

Training & mentorship program

Job summary

BPA is seeking a Talent Advisor to partner with a Talent Business Partner, supporting full recruitment lifecycle across engineering and corporate teams.

In addition to recruitment, you will contribute to HR operations, process improvement, and system optimization, helping to elevate the Talent function across Canada.

Qualifications

• 3 to 5 years of experience in recruitment or human resources.
• Experience recruiting professional or technical talent.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Proactive, resourceful, and detail-oriented approach.
• Interest in HR technology, systems, and process improvement.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Bilingualism (English and French) is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Support Talent Acquisition across multiple mandates and business lines.
• Source, phone screen, interview, and coordinate candidate processes.
• Develop and optimize job postings and employer branding activities.
• Contribute to campus recruitment, internships, and employer branding.
• Assist HR operations, process mapping, and documentation maintenance.
• Develop understanding of Dayforce and other HR systems.

Skills

Recruitment experience

HR operations

Organizational skills

Time management

HR technology

Interpersonal skills

Bilingual English/French

Tools

Dayforce

Job description

BPA is more than an engineering firm — it’s a passionate team shaping the buildings and infrastructure of tomorrow. With offices across Canada, our expertise in sustainable design and technical innovation drives impactful projects from coast to coast. Joining BPA means putting your talent to work on meaningful projects, collaborating with recognized experts, and growing in a flexible, people-focused and forward-thinking environment.

Your role

Are you known for your organizational skills, curiosity, and ability to manage multiple priorities?

Are you passionate about recruitment while also being interested in HR operations, systems, and process improvement?

As a Talent Advisor, you will work closely with a Talent Business Partner to support the full recruitment lifecycle across a variety of business lines. In addition to recruitment, you will contribute to HR operations, process optimization, and continuous improvement initiatives that help enhance the overall Talent function.

What You'll Do

Talent Acquisition (Approximately 80%)

• Partner closely with a Talent Business Partner to support multiple recruitment mandates across the organization.
• Support the full recruitment lifecycle, from sourcing through hiring, based on business needs.
• Source and proactively identify top talent using various recruitment platforms and headhunting techniques.
• Conduct phone screens and participate in interviews with hiring managers when required.
• Create and optimize job postings to attract qualified candidates.
• Coordinate interviews and ensure a seamless recruitment process for both candidates and hiring managers.
• Deliver an outstanding candidate experience throughout the hiring process.
• Support campus recruitment initiatives, internship programs, and employer branding activities.
• Contribute to achieving hiring objectives across multiple engineering and corporate disciplines.

HR Operations, Systems & Continuous Improvement (Approximately 20%)

• Support the Talent Business Analyst with HR systems and operational initiatives.
• Assist in documenting, maintaining, and improving recruitment processes and best practices.
• Participate in process mapping and standardization projects across the Talent team.
• Maintain recruitment documentation, templates, guides, and operational tools.
• Develop a strong understanding of Dayforce and other HR systems to provide operational support when needed.
• Contribute to projects focused on improving the candidate experience, Talent operations, and team efficiency.

What We're Looking For

• 3 to 5 years of experience in recruitment or human resources.
• Experience recruiting professional or technical talent is considered an asset.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• A proactive, resourceful, and detail-oriented approach.
• A genuine interest in HR technology, systems, and process improvement.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to build strong relationships.
• Bilingualism (English and French) is considered an asset.

What BPA Offers

• A collaborative, supportive, and people-focused Talent team.
• A dynamic role that combines recruitment, HR operations, and continuous improvement.
• The opportunity to develop your expertise in talent acquisition, HR systems, and operational excellence.
• Exposure to a wide variety of business lines and stakeholders across Canada.
• A flexible hybrid work environment.
• Excellent opportunities for professional growth within the Talent and Human Resources team.

Build your career with us and enjoy…

• A culture built on collaboration, knowledge sharing, talent development, and the quality of our work.
• A 37.5-hour workweek with flexible scheduling and the possibility of finishing at noon on Fridays.
• A hybrid work policy that promotes balance between professional and personal life.
• A competitive total compensation package, including a comprehensive group insurance plan and an RRSP program with employer contributions.
• A structured training and professional development program supported by UniversiT, our internal entity dedicated to the technical and personal growth of every employee.
• A tailored mentorship program designed according to each employee’s experience level and career path.
• Cutting-edge technology, including BIM and modern collaborative tools.
• The “Finding Balance” program, which promotes overall well-being, mental health, and sustainable productivity.

Salary range:

$70000 – $85000 per year, with final compensation determined based on experience, qualifications, scope of the role and geographic location.

This posting is for an existing vacancy.

AI usage:

BPA may use digital tools to support note-taking during interviews. These tools do not influence screening or hiring decisions.

Additional details regarding compensation and our overall rewards approach will be shared throughout the recruitment process.

We are committed to the principles of employment equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility across all our offices in Canada.We comply with applicable accessibility legislation, including the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), and will provide accommodations upon request for candidates participating in all aspects of the selection process.

We encourage applications from women, visible minorities, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, and members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community.Thank you for your interest in joining our team.

Please note that only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted by the Talent team.