Senior Campus Recruitment Specialist

BDO Canada; Guelph; Hybrid; CAD 74,000 - 112,000; Full time

Job summary

BDO Canada is seeking a Senior Campus Recruitment Specialist for a 12‑month contract to support a designated client group in Ontario, including Kitchener/Waterloo, Guelph or the GTA. You will lead national campus recruiting, manage full cycle student recruitment, and develop strategic partnerships with academic partners and stakeholders.

You will drive content creation for employer branding, coordinate campus events, and champion process improvements while traveling as required to deliver an

Qualifications

• Experience planning and facilitating events and presentations.
• Strategic thinker with planning experience.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.
• Experience building employer brand and managing relationships with stakeholders.
• Campus recruitment experience with strong time management and priorities.

Responsibilities

• Deliver national campus recruiting initiatives and strategies within your assigned group.
• Manage full cycle student recruitment of entry‑level graduates, co‑ops and interns.
• Provide an exceptional talent experience for candidates throughout the recruitment process.
• Develop, coordinate and attend campus recruitment events.
• Develop relationships with academic partners including faculty, career offices, and students.
• Collaborate to develop and manage the national campus recruitment agenda.
• Elevate the Firm’s image and brand via social media and marketing tools; create content.
• Lead process improvements and drive operational efficiencies across teams.
• Monitor industry trends and implement innovative strategies to stay competitive.
• Travel will be required.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Event planning

Strategic thinking

Relationship building

Time management

Stakeholder management

Campus recruitment

Education

Undergraduate degree in a relevant discipline

Job description

Putting people first, every day

BDO is a firm built on a foundation of positive relationships with our people and our clients. Each day, our professionals provide exceptional service, helping clients with advice and insight they can trust. In turn, we offer an award-winning environment that fosters a people-first culture with a high priority on your personal and professional growth.

Your Opportunity

We are looking for a

• Deliver national campus recruiting initiatives and strategies within your assigned group
• Manage full cycle student recruitment of entry-level graduates, co-ops and interns
• Provide an exceptional talent experience for candidates throughout the recruitment process
• Develop, coordinate and attend campus recruitment events
• Develop and leverage relationships with key academic partners inclusive of faculty, career office employees, and students
• Collaborate with the Campus Team to develop, implement and manage National campus recruitment agenda
• Develop and leverage relationships with Firm stakeholders, Group Leadership, HR Advisors and clients. Collaborate on the delivery of the campus program and be an active advisor.
• Elevate the Firm’s image and brand through strategic use of social media and other marketing tools and actively engage in creating content
• Be a proactive leader, driving process improvements and operational efficiencies, championing new initiatives, and fostering a culture of collaboration and idea-sharing across teams
• Monitor industry and market trends and implement strategies and new innovative ideas to maintain a competitive edge in the marketplace
• Travel will be required

Putting people first, every day

BDO is a firm built on a foundation of positive relationships with our people and our clients. Each day, our professionals provide exceptional service, helping clients with advice and insight they can trust. In turn, we offer an award-winning environment that fosters a people-first culture with a high priority on your personal and professional growth.

Your Opportunity

We are looking for a Senior Campus Recruitment Specialist for a 12-month contract based in Kitchener/Waterloo, Guelph or the GTA, to support a designated client group. This replacement role will own the following responsibilities:

• Deliver national campus recruiting initiatives and strategies within your assigned group
• Manage full cycle student recruitment of entry-level graduates, co-ops and interns
• Provide an exceptional talent experience for candidates throughout the recruitment process
• Develop, coordinate and attend campus recruitment events
• Develop and leverage relationships with key academic partners inclusive of faculty, career office employees, and students
• Collaborate with the Campus Team to develop, implement and manage National campus recruitment agenda
• Develop and leverage relationships with Firm stakeholders, Group Leadership, HR Advisors and clients. Collaborate on the delivery of the campus program and be an active advisor.
• Elevate the Firm’s image and brand through strategic use of social media and other marketing tools and actively engage in creating content
• Be a proactive leader, driving process improvements and operational efficiencies, championing new initiatives, and fostering a culture of collaboration and idea-sharing across teams
• Monitor industry and market trends and implement strategies and new innovative ideas to maintain a competitive edge in the marketplace
• Travel will be required

How do we define success for your role?

• You demonstrate BDO's core values through all aspects of your work: Integrity, Respect, and Collaboration
• You understand your clients' industry, challenges, and opportunities; clients describe you as positive, professional, collaborative, and someone who delivers high-quality work
• You identify, recommend, and are focused on effective service delivery to your clients
• You share in an inclusive and engaging work environment that develops, retains, and attracts talent
• You actively participate in the adoption of digital tools and strategies to drive an innovative workplace
• You grow your expertise through learning and professional development

Your Experience and Education:

• You have experience planning and facilitating events and presentations
• You are a strategic thinker with planning experience
• You have exceptional interpersonal and communication skills (verbal, written and presentation)
• You have experience building employer brand
• You have superior time management and ability to effectively manage conflicting priorities and interests
• Your have prior experience building and maintaining strong relationships with key stakeholders
• You have prior campus recruitment or talent acquisition experience
• You have an undergraduate degree in a relevant discipline and a minimum of three years’ experience

The expected range of compensation for this role is $74,000 to $112,000 annually

Why BDO?

Our people-first approach to talent has earned us a spot among Canada's Top 100 Employers for 2026. This recognition is a milestone we’re thrilled to add to our collection of awards for both experienced and student talent experiences.

At BDO, our people experience is guided by three core pillars—Do work with genuine care, Do what matters with purpose, and Do what’s next - shaping how we support our people, serve our clients, and grow together.

Our firm is committed to providing an environment where you can be successful in the following ways:

• We enable you to engage with how we change and evolve, being a key contributor to the success and growth of BDO in Canada.
• We help you become a better professional within our services, industries, and markets with extensive opportunities for learning and development.
• We support your achievement of personal goals outside of the office and making an impact on your community.
• We foster a collaborative, inclusive environment where your ideas are valued, and you can do your best work with genuine care and purpose
• We encourage innovation and forward thinking, empowering you to embrace what’s next and help shape the future of our firm

Giving back adds up:

Where company meets community. BDO is actively involved in our communities by supporting local charity initiatives. We support staff with local and national events where you will be given the opportunity to contribute to your community.

Total rewards that matter:

We pay for performance with competitive total cash compensation that recognizes and rewards your contribution. We provide comprehensive benefits from day one, and a flexible personal time off policy. We're committed to supporting your overall wellbeing and provide reimbursement for wellness initiatives that fit your lifestyle.

Everyone counts:

We are committed to creating a workplace where employees can participate fully, contribute meaningfully and succeed without barriers. We are dedicated to fostering a workplace defined by respect, fairness, and a true sense of belonging for everyone. We recognize and celebrate the unique experiences, identities, and perspectives that each of us bring – and that these experiences strengthen how we work together. Our commitment extends to ensuring that our application process is both inclusive and accessible. If you require accommodation to complete the application process, please contact us.

Flexibility:

All BDO personnel are expected to spend some of their time working in the office, at the client site, and virtually unless accommodations or alternative work arrangements are in place.

Our model is a blended approach designed to support the flexible needs of our people, the firm and our clients. It's about creating work experiences that meet everyone’s needs and providing flexibility to adjust when, where and how we work to meet the expectations of our role.

Code of Conduct:

Our Code of Conduct sets clear standards for how we conduct business. It reflects our shared values and commitments and includes guiding principles to help us make ethical decisions and maintain trust with each other, our clients, and the public.

BDO may use artificial intelligence enabled tools to support certain aspects of the recruitment process. While these tools assist our teams, our use of AI does not replace human decision making, and all employment-related outcomes are made by BDO personnel.

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