Senior Recruitment Consultant

Medavie; Canada; Hybrid; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A national health solutions partner in Canada is seeking a Senior Recruitment Consultant to lead strategic recruitment initiatives. The role requires at least 5 years of full life cycle recruiting experience in insurance and/or healthcare. Responsibilities include managing the recruiting life cycle, partnering with hiring leaders, and leading talent acquisition projects. The ideal candidate will have a consultative approach and experience using Workday ATS. Competitive benefits and flexible work options are offered.

Benefits

Comprehensive health and dental plan

Opportunities for personal learning and growth

Support for charitable causes

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' full life cycle recruiting experience in insurance and/or healthcare.
• Experience in managing multiple recruitment initiatives and projects.
• Proven ability to multi-task and adapt in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Accountable for entire recruiting life cycle from candidate presentation to offer acceptance.
• Partner with Hiring Leaders to build effective sourcing and assessment strategies.
• Lead exciting Talent Acquisition projects including recruitment strategies and training.

Skills

Recruitment Lead

Strategic Consultant

Detail oriented

Client focus

Bilingual (French and English)

Education

Post-secondary education in related field

Tools

Workday (ATS)

Microsoft Office

Job description

Position Type:
Permanent

If you're looking for a fulfilling career that can make a real difference in your life, and the lives of others, you've come to the right place.

As a national health solutions partner, we put people first in everything we do - and that begins with our team of 8,000+ professionals who bring a cross-section of diverse life experiences and career expertise to Medavie. By collaborating and innovating together, our employees are creating industry-leading solutions in insurance, primary care and emergency medical services that impact millions of lives in Canada each year.

Our mission is to improve the wellbeing of Canadians so that every life can be lived to the fullest - and it's reflected in our award-winning culture. We celebrate individuality and value the diverse perspectives and skills our employees contribute. We go beyond providing competitive pay and comprehensive benefits to offer opportunities for personal and professional growth, flexible work options, meaningful experiences, and supportive leadership. Medavie is where employees can be their best selves, feel they belong, and achieve their full potential. Be part of it by applying for a position with us today.

We're looking for a Senior Recruitment Consultant who is more than a recruiter—you'll be a strategic partner and change driver. In this role, you'll lead recruitment initiatives, shape forward‑thinking strategies, and advise business leaders at all levels. You won't just post jobs; you'll proactively engage the market, build relationships with top talent, and influence how we attract and retain exceptional people. Your focus will be on senior‑level roles in Business Development (Sales), Group Underwriting, Healthcare, Finance, and HR within our fastest‑growing region. If you're passionate about transforming recruitment into a consultative, value‑driven function, we want to hear from you.

As the TA lead for Ontario, you will shape and execute strategies to attract top talent for this rapidly growing region. You'll be a forward‑thinking talent advisor—anticipating future needs, building a strong pipeline of high‑caliber candidates, and positioning Medavie as an employer of choice. In this role, you'll serve as an ambassador for the Medavie Inc. brand and culture, forging meaningful relationships within the community and professional networks. You'll leverage innovative sourcing approaches and market insights to uncover exceptional talent for both current and future opportunities.

What's in it for you?

• A work environment where people are respected and fulfilled both professionally and personally through healthy relationships, work‑life balance and meaningful work
• A diverse team of colleagues with multiple fields of expertise
• Comprehensive health and dental plan that is 100% employer paid effective your first day including; wellness benefits, health resources and fitness center discounts
• An organization where we encourage personal learning and growth
• If getting involved in charitable causes is something you're passionate about, we support and offer plenty of opportunities to give back

Responsibilities:

• Accountable for entire recruiting life cycle from candidate presentation to offer acceptance
• Partner with Hiring Leaders to build effective sourcing, assessment, and closing approaches with an ability to manage client group expectations through a deep understanding of their staffing needs
• Build and maintain a consistent pipeline of candidates through constant sourcing efforts, seeking new sourcing options and developing creative approaches to finding talent
• Curate an exceptional candidate experience at each point
• Leverage external networking and professional associations to reinforce Medavie's career opportunities
• Lead exciting Talent Acquisition projects including but not limited to; recruitment sourcing strategies and training for the team, digital transformation and AI, Ontario community & school partnerships, internship programs and so much more!
• Forge excellent relationships with internal stakeholders and work strategically to advance special projects/initiatives, resolving staffing challenges and think outside‑the‑box to develop and lead creative strategies and solutions
• Lead pro‑active market research and TA/HR competitive intel to enhance project success
• Lead the creation of documents and resources to support various projects, such as project plans, procedural and learning tools, online documentation all using specific design programs
• Work independently, with and through HR COEs to plan and lead special projects

What you need to succeed:

• Be a Recruitment Lead and Strategic Consultant - a forward thinker and change agent who owns relationships with leaders, drives talent strategies, and influences decisions. This is not an order‑taking role; we're looking for someone who thrives with autonomy and does not require micro‑management.
• Minimum 5 years' full life cycle recruiting experience, recruiting, and sourcing senior positions in insurance and/or healthcare is mandatory
• Experience recruiting in‑house is mandatory—this role is about building and owning trusted relationships with leaders, acting as a dedicated consultant, and driving recruitment strategies. We're looking for someone who partners closely with business leaders to influence decisions and deliver value, not simply take orders or post positions.
• Post‑secondary education in related field, or equivalent combination of education and work experience
• Demonstrated consultative approach in working with Hiring Leaders, candidates, community partners, schools, agencies, etc. with the goal of excellence in recruitment at all stages
• Detail oriented with superior follow‑up and proven ability to multi‑task and adapt in a fast‑paced environment
• Experience managing and prioritizing multiple recruitment initiatives, projects, and client relationships
• Workday (ATS) experience in sourcing, tracking, and managing candidates is mandatory
• Proven ability to leverage job boards, social media platforms, and recruitment sourcing tools to proactively mine and source top talent for current and future needs
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)
• Strong client focus with the ability to network and establish effective partnerships and build relationships
• Ability to work 1‑day a week in the Etobicoke ON office is a requirement
• Experience working in a virtual environment
• Bilingualism (French and English) is an asset

We believe our employees should reflect the communities we serve and welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds. To provide the best experience possible, we will support you with accommodations or adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process. Simply inform our Recruitment team of your needs. We are committed to making sure recruitment, retention, advancement, and compensation are fair and accessible while following all relevant human rights and privacy laws. We appreciate everyone who has shown interest in this position. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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