Senior Manager, Talent Acquisition

Westland Insurance Group; Surrey; On-site; CAD 167,000 - 199,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Open and flexible workplace

Growth opportunities

Autonomy

Inclusive culture

Total rewards program

Job summary

Westland Insurance Group in Surrey, BC is seeking a Senior Manager, Talent Acquisition on a 12-month fixed-term contract. This hybrid role sits at our Head Office and leads national recruitment strategy.

You will guide a team of TA professionals, partner with business leaders and C-suite on executive searches, and drive initiatives that strengthen our talent pipelines across geographies. The role offers a high-impact opportunity to shape hiring at scale and contribute to Westland's growth and

Qualifications

• 8+ years of progressively complex full-cycle recruitment experience including 5 years developing talent acquisition strategies for business units or critical roles.
• 3+ years leading and developing recruiters or other professionals; ability to set priorities, coach, and manage workloads.
• Executive search is a strength with experience leading VP+ level searches and discreet candidate handling.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and develop the Talent Acquisition team; oversee workloads and service levels.
• Partner with hiring managers and business leaders to understand talent needs and deliver effective hiring strategies.
• Drive strategic Talent Acquisition projects across People & Performance and the business to implement improvements and lead change.
• Lead concurrent VP-level and senior executive searches end-to-end with C-suite partners; provide strategic talent advice.
• Enhance recruitment programs and processes to improve candidate and stakeholder experience.

Skills

Full-cycle recruitment

Talent acquisition strategy

Executive search

Team leadership

Stakeholder partnering

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, HR, or related field

Job description

Are you ready for your next opportunity? We’re searching for a strategic, people-focused, and forward-thinking Senior Manager, Talent Acquisition to join Westland’s People & Performance team on a 12-month fixed-term contract. This is a hybrid role, based at our Head Office in Surrey, BC.

Are you an experienced Talent Acquisition leader who thrives at the intersection of people leadership, strategic business partnership, and talent attraction? As Senior Manager, Talent Acquisition, you’ll play a pivotal role in shaping how Westland attracts and hires talent nationally. You’ll lead a busy, high-impact recruitment function, guiding a team of Talent Acquisition professionals, partnering with business leaders to deliver hiring priorities, and driving strategic initiatives that strengthen how we attract and engage talent. Alongside these responsibilities, you’ll personally lead high-priority executive searches, partnering closely with C-suite leaders to navigate complex hiring decisions and secure exceptional talent.

Expected Compensation: The expected hiring range for this role is $118,000 to $140,000 based on a 35-hour work week. Your rate of pay will be determined based on your individual qualifications and experience, while considering internal equity.

Discover what’s possible, with Westland.

With Westland hiring at scale, this is an opportunity to influence how we attract talent today while building the strategies and capabilities we’ll need for tomorrow. You’ll have the opportunity to challenge the status quo, turn new ideas into practical solutions, and work across People & Performance and the wider business to drive meaningful change. As a member of the People & Performance leadership team, you’ll also contribute to strategic planning, share insights, and help shape priorities that support Westland’s continued growth.

If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, enjoy solving complex challenges, and bring a balance of strategic thinking and hands‑on leadership, this is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact.

Why you'll love Westland:

• An open, flexible, and welcoming workplace
• Plenty of opportunities to grow and learn
• Autonomy to drive your own success
• Be part of an inclusive culture alongside an extraordinarily talented community of people with diverse backgrounds
• A total rewards program that supports your financial, physical, and mental well‑being

Why we’ll love You:

• You bring at least 8 years of progressively complex full-cycle recruitment experience, including 5 years developing talent acquisition strategies for business units, departments, or critical roles.
• You have at least 3 years of experience leading and developing recruiters or other professionals. You know how to set priorities, manage workloads, coach effectively, resolve escalations, and build a high-performing team.
• Strong talent assessment, market‑mapping, and sourcing skills help you identify exceptional talent and build proactive pipelines. You’re passionate about shifting recruitment from reactive to proactive and coaching your team in effective search strategies.
• You build trusted relationships with leaders, understand business priorities, and translate them into effective recruitment strategies across multiple geographies.
• Executive search is a strength, and you’re confident leading multiple concurrent VP‑level and senior executive searches, bringing sound judgement, discretion, and a consultative approach to complex hiring decisions and candidate experience.
• You’re a strategic thinker and change champion who enjoys leading cross‑functional projects, improving recruitment practices, and strengthening the employee experience.
• You use recruitment data and market insights to improve outcomes, communicate recommendations, influence stakeholders, and contribute to strategic planning.
• You hold a Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Human Resources, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. You stay current with talent acquisition trends, employer branding, inclusive recruitment, and innovative practices.

Once here, you'll:

• Lead, coach, and develop the Talent Acquisition team, overseeing workloads, setting priorities, and ensuring recruitment goals and service levels are met.
• Partner with hiring managers and business leaders to understand current and future talent needs, provide strategic recruitment advice, and deliver effective hiring strategies and recruitment support aligned with business priorities.
• Drive strategic Talent Acquisition projects that strengthen talent attraction and hiring effectiveness, partnering across People & Performance and the business to implement improvements and lead change.
• Lead concurrent VP‑level and senior executive searches end to end, partnering with C-suite leaders to provide strategic talent advice, share market insights, navigate hiring decisions, and deliver a discreet, high‑touch candidate experience from search strategy through offer and placement.
• Enhance recruitment programs and processes to improve service delivery and the experience for candidates, hiring managers, and the team.
• Elevate Westland’s employer brand and employee value proposition, partnering with Marketing on recruitment materials, representing Westland at recruitment events, and advancing inclusive hiring practices.
• Use recruitment data and market insights to improve hiring outcomes, while managing external recruitment partnerships, negotiating fees, and ensuring service expectations are met.
• Contribute to the People & Performance leadership team through strategic planning, performance presentations, and cross‑functional change initiatives. Partner on onboarding and acquisition integration, supporting newly acquired hiring managers with Westland’s recruitment processes.