Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist

MT Talent Solutions Inc.; Toronto; On-site; CAD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation package

Benefits starting Day 1

Generous PTO package

RRSP or retirement savings program

Laptop and cell phone provided

Job summary

MT Talent Solutions Inc. is seeking a Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist to manage full-cycle recruitment for senior-level roles. This hybrid role is pivotal in shaping hiring strategies and elevating hiring practices.

The ideal candidate has over 5 years of experience in talent acquisition, especially in healthcare or pharmaceutical sectors, and excels in proactive candidate engagement. Benefits include competitive compensation, generous PTO, and career growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in talent acquisition/recruitment.
• Proven experience hiring for senior-level or hard-to-fill roles.
• Experience in the healthcare or pharmaceutical industry highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage full-cycle recruitment for senior-level roles.
• Partner closely with hiring managers to define needs and hiring strategies.
• Proactively source and engage candidates through headhunting.

Skills

Talent acquisition

Headhunting

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Tools

ATS platforms

Recruitment tools

Job description

Who Are We?

We are a strategic recruitment agency specializing in connecting top talent with leading organizations across Canada and the United States. Our approach focuses on long-term alignment, ensuring success for both candidates and clients.

Location: Hybrid (GTA)

Why Are We Looking for You?

We are supporting a client in hiring a Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist to lead full-cycle recruitment for senior-level roles. This is a high-impact position where you will act as a strategic partner to hiring leaders, helping shape hiring strategies and attract top talent.

This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys building relationships, and takes a proactive, headhunting approach to recruitment. You’ll play a key role in elevating hiring practices and driving strong talent outcomes.

What’s In It for You?

• Competitive compensation package
• Benefits starting Day 1
• Generous PTO package
• Flexible/remote work environment with occasional in-office collaboration
• RRSP or retirement savings program
• Opportunity to work on senior-level, high-impact roles
• Strong career growth and development opportunities
• Laptop and cell phone provided

What Will You Do?

• Manage full-cycle recruitment for senior-level roles
• Partner closely with hiring managers to define needs and hiring strategies
• Proactively source and engage candidates through headhunting, networking, and referrals
• Build and maintain strong talent pipelines for current and future needs
• Screen, interview, and assess candidates for both technical fit and cultural alignment
• Leverage recruitment systems and tools to manage pipelines and ensure data accuracy
• Provide market insights, hiring updates, and reporting to leadership
• Support employer branding and recruitment process improvements
• Represent the organization at events and networking opportunities as needed

What Do You Bring?

• 5+ years of experience in talent acquisition/recruitment
• Proven experience hiring for senior-level or hard-to-fill roles
• Experience in the healthcare or pharmaceutical industry highly preferred
• Strong sourcing and headhunting capabilities
• Experience using ATS platforms and recruitment tools
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to work independently while collaborating with cross-functional teams
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities