Recruitment and Headhunting Leader

SRED.io; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

SRED.io, a Toronto-based boutique consulting firm, seeks an experienced Talent Acquisition expert to lead our growing team. You will identify and engage high-caliber sales and software development talent, build strong stakeholder relationships, and drive successful hiring outcomes in a transitioning hybrid work model.

The role requires a track record of direct sourcing, headhunting, and deep industry connections across GTA, with a focus on top-tier talent in competitive markets.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive recruitment and talent acquisition experience.
• Strong sales aptitude and relationship-building.
• Experience recruiting for both sales and software development roles.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proven success in direct sourcing and headhunting.
• Established GTA network with hiring-market presence.
• Experience transitioning to hybrid remote/in-office work.

Responsibilities

• Lead talent acquisition for sales and software development functions.
• Develop and execute direct sourcing and headhunting strategies.
• Build and nurture relationships with stakeholders and candidates.
• Partner with leadership to shape growth and hiring plans.

Skills

Talent Acquisition

Direct Sourcing

Relationship Building

Sales Recruiting

Tech Recruiting

Job description

We are seeking a dynamic and highly experienced talent acquisition expert to lead our growing team. This role is ideal for a proactive, results-oriented recruitment professional who thrives on identifying, engaging, and securing exceptional talent.

The successful candidate will bring deep expertise in talent acquisition, direct sourcing, and relationship-building, with a proven ability to attract high-performing professionals across both sales and technology functions. You will play a critical role in shaping our team and driving the continued growth and success of the organization.

Qualifications & Experience

A minimum of 10 years of progressive recruitment and talent acquisition experience.

A natural aptitude for sales and relationship-building, with a strong understanding of the characteristics that define top-performing sales professionals.

Experience recruiting for both sales and software development roles, including a solid understanding of modern software development principles, technologies, and frameworks.

Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build trust and influence candidates and stakeholders at all levels.

Demonstrated success in direct sourcing and headhunting, with a track record of identifying and hiring senior-level and hard-to-find talent.

A well-established professional network and strong presence within the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) talent market.

Consistent success in delivering high-quality hiring outcomes and attracting top-tier candidates in competitive markets.

We currently operate as a fully remote organization. As we continue to grow, we will be transitioning to a hybrid work environment that includes both remote and in-office collaboration.

About Us

SRED.io is a boutique consulting firm founded in 2016 and headquartered in Toronto, Ontario. We are recognized for transforming the Scientific Research & Experimental Development (SR&ED) landscape through our innovative, AI-powered technology platform.

Our mission is to help organizations unlock innovation and maximize the value of their research and development efforts. We combine deep industry expertise with cutting-edge technology to deliver exceptional results for our clients.

As we continue to expand, we're looking for talented professionals who are excited to help shape the future of innovation and technology.