Manager, Talent Acquisition

Cozey; Mount Royal; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A fast-growing online furniture retailer is seeking a Manager of Talent Acquisition to lead and scale its hiring engine. The role involves executing the hiring plan, enhancing the recruitment process, and coaching the recruitment team. Ideal candidates have over 5 years in talent acquisition with leadership experience. This position offers a competitive salary, benefits, and opportunities for growth in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefit package

Generous PTO policy

Qualifications

• 5+ years in talent acquisition, including at least 2 years in a leadership role.
• Experience building or improving structured recruiting processes.
• Strong coaching skills and investment in team growth.

Responsibilities

• Own and execute the hiring plan translating business needs into recruitment strategies.
• Standardize hiring process for quality of hires.
• Coach team to enhance candidate and hiring manager experience.

Skills

Talent acquisition

Team leadership

Strategic thinking

Strong communication

Tools

Applicant Tracking System (ATS)

Job description

At Cozey, we believe in building a team of driven and talented individuals who share our passion for creating beautiful, functional furniture that fits seamlessly into our customers’ lives. As a fast-growing, online-first retailer, our success is fueled by our people. Join us in building a team that supports our mission to redefine the furniture-buying experience.

Your mission

As Manager, Talent Acquisition reporting to Camille Dionne, Director, People & Culture, your mission is to lead and scale Cozey’s hiring engine to support our ambitious growth. You’ll play a critical role in ensuring we consistently attract and hire top talent, while building a recruitment function that is efficient and aligned with our values. From developing high-impact processes and programs to coaching the team and partnering with leaders, your work will directly shape the team that drives Cozey forward.

What you’ll be doing

• Own and execute the hiring plan by translating business needs into clear, actionable recruitment strategies.
• Improve and standardize our hiring process by implementing a structured methodology that enhances quality of hires.
• Bring hands-on recruiting expertise by actively managing a portion of open roles and partnering closely with hiring managers to ensure a seamless, high-quality process.
• Coach and grow the team by providing direction, feedback, and day-to-day support to help them thrive and deliver an exceptional candidate and hiring manager experience.
• Oversee and evolve key talent programs including campus recruitment, referrals, interviewer certification, and employer branding.
• Drive data-informed decisions by owning our ATS, ensuring process compliance, and using insights to guide hiring strategy, workforce planning, and team performance.

We’d love to hear from you if you have

• You’ve spent 5+ years in talent acquisition, including ideally at least 2 years leading and developing a team.
• You’ve built or improved recruiting processes that raised the bar on structure, consistency, and quality of hire.
• You think strategically but execute with care, balancing big-picture priorities with day-to-day follow-through.
• You’re comfortable owning an ATS and using it to drive process, insights, and team performance.
• You care about coaching, and it shows — you invest in your team’s growth and development.
• You’re a strong communicator who knows how to engage and influence stakeholders at every level.
• Experience with Topgrading or another structured hiring methodology is a strong asset.

We care about you

• You will receive a competitive salary along with a comprehensive benefit package.
• Endless opportunities for personal and professional growth in a fast-growing start-up.
• A generous PTO policy that allows you the time you need to recharge.
• A role where your strategies and decisions directly influence the company’s operations and growth.
• A workspace where everyone is welcomed, heard, and valued.

Let’s Build Something Meaningful!

If you’re someone who sees the challenge in every opportunity and wants to be a key player in shaping the future of a growing company, we’d love to talk. At Cozey, your work will have a direct impact, and your contributions will be valued. Let’s create something that matters, together.