Junior Talent Acquisition Specialist

Duke; Burlington; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading staffing solutions provider in the Shipbuilding and Defense industries is seeking a Junior Talent Acquisition Specialist. This role involves supporting recruitment processes, sourcing candidates, and enhancing the candidate experience. Ideal for those starting their HR career, this position offers hands-on experience in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Proven track record of meeting KPIs.
• Ability to research and data mine for potential candidates.

Responsibilities

• Source, screen, and conduct reference checks on candidates.
• Attract candidates through social media postings.
• Maintain a pipeline of talent for client demands.

Skills

Communication

Problem Solving

Networking

Prioritization

Tools

MS Office

ATS

Job description

Job Title: Junior Talent Acquisition Specialist

Location: Burlington, ON

On-site/ Remote/ Hybrid: Onsite

Permanent or Contract: Permanent

Duke Smart Staffing specializes in providing exceptional staffing solutions tailored to the Shipbuilding and Defense industries. With a strong commitment to excellence and innovation, we take pride in our ability to match top talent with our clients' unique needs. We're growing and we're looking for a dynamic, Junior Talent Acquisition Specialist to join our team. As a Junior Recruiter, you will support the recruitment process by sourcing candidates, conducting initial screenings, coordinating interviews, and help manage the candidate experience. This is a great opportunity for someone starting their career in HR or recruitment to gain hands-on experience in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Search, identify and qualify potential candidates using internal ATS
• Attract highly qualified candidates using unique and descriptive postings on Linked-in and various social media platforms
• Continually build and maintain a pipeline of talent to accommodate for current and future client demands
• Collaborate with other members of the team to support and maximize new and existing client relationships
• Source, screen and conduct applicable reference and background checks on qualified candidates
• Nurture customer and candidate relationships that lead to successful placements.
• Assist management with ad hoc duties

Qualifications:

• Effective communication skills (written and verbal)
• Proven track record of meeting KPI's
• Must be able to work independently
• Strong ability to identify and act on underlying customer needs
• Superior interpersonal and networking skills
• Results-driven, proactive, resourceful, sense of urgency, quality and detail-oriented
• Problem solving, prioritization and multi-tasking skills
• Ability to research and data mine for potential candidates and customers – proactive recruiting
• Experience with various computer software – including MS Office and ATS (Recruit CRM or similar)

Duke Marine Technical Services Canada Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive, equitable and accessible work environment so our employees can perform their jobs well and reach their full potential. We encourage everyone to apply to our job postings, including members of the four designated groups.

If you require accommodations for the recruitment/interview process (including alternate formats of materials, or accessible meeting rooms or other accommodation), please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs. Duke encourages applications from all qualified candidates, and we appreciate all responses.