Senior Associate, Recruitment Services

Vaco Recruiter Services; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative staffing firm is seeking a Senior Associate for Recruitment Services to join their dynamic team. This role involves identifying and managing candidates for direct-hire positions, collaborating with sales to fulfill job orders, and effectively managing the hiring process. The ideal candidate will thrive in a collaborative environment, utilizing their recruitment expertise and customer-focused approach to build strong relationships and achieve results. With hybrid and remote options available, this position offers flexibility in a supportive culture that values creative freedom and professional growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and CPA designation required.
• 0-18 months of experience in audit, tax, public accounting, or relevant fields preferred.

Responsibilities

• Identify, assess, and recruit qualified talent to fulfill job orders.
• Utilize Bullhorn to log activity and manage a book of business.

Skills

Recruitment

Candidate Assessment

Customer Service

Effective Communication

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree

CPA designation

Tools

Bullhorn

Job description

Welcome to Vaco

Vaco is an uncommon company with an empowered culture. Since 2002, we have expanded to over 40 locations and are seeking talented innovators for a collaborative environment that values creative freedom.

• Ranked the #1 Best Staffing Firm to Work for in North America by Staffing Industry Analysts (Category: 500+ Employees)
• An Inc. 5000 fastest growing private company in America every year since 2007!

Job Description

The Senior Associate, Recruitment Services is responsible for identifying, screening, and managing candidates and consultants for permanent, direct-hire positions. This role collaborates with the sales team to fulfill open job orders and manages candidates throughout the hiring process. Additionally, the position involves working with business stakeholders and leaders to plan and deliver projects effectively and on time.

Essential Job Functions

To perform this role successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The following requirements are representative of the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities:

Duties and Responsibilities

• Proactively identify, assess, and recruit qualified talent to fulfill job orders.
• Update, review, and utilize a candidate skills matrix in recruitment activities.
• Perform weekly interviews aligned with performance objectives.
• Generate leads through professional relationships, candidate interviews, and other interactions to support business development.
• Utilize Bullhorn to log activity, notes, and vital information for managing and growing a book of business and planning daily activities.
• Collaborate with teammates to cross-sell and fulfill open positions across different lines of business and practices as appropriate.

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. They are not exhaustive. Other duties may be added or amended at any time. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Desired Competencies

• Customer/Candidate Focus: Builds strong relationships and delivers customer-centric solutions.
• Results Oriented: Achieves results even under challenging circumstances.
• Effective Communication: Develops clear written and verbal communication tailored to different audiences; active listening.
• Planning and Alignment: Prioritizes work to meet organizational goals.
• Interpersonal Intelligence: Manages emotions and builds rapport with diverse individuals.
• Decision Quality: Makes timely, effective decisions.
• Collaboration: Partners with others to achieve shared goals, building trust and inspiring collaboration.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree and CPA designation required.
• 0-18 months of experience in audit, tax, public accounting, or relevant fields preferred.
• Experience in recruiting or business development is a plus.

Location

Hybrid/Remote options may be considered with management approval.

Travel Requirements

Less than 5% (almost no travel).

Physical Demands

Includes frequent sitting, walking, eye/hand/foot coordination, and repetitive motions; occasional standing and bending; infrequent lifting up to 10 pounds.