Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist

VGW; Toronto; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

VGW, a leading interactive entertainment company, is seeking a Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist in Toronto. This role involves managing the recruitment process, building strong partnerships with hiring managers, and leveraging data to enhance recruitment strategies. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in talent acquisition and the ability to thrive in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Flexible work environment

Opportunities for career advancement

Qualifications

• Five years of experience in talent acquisition or agency.
• Experience collaborating with senior stakeholders.
• Strong autonomy and adaptability in a technology-based environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage full-cycle recruitment processes across multiple departments.
• Establish strong relationships with hiring managers for effective recruitment.
• Source a diverse range of candidates using various tools.

Skills

Relationship Building

Recruitment Strategy

Data Analysis

Sourcing

Tools

LinkedIn Recruiter

Applicant Tracking System (Greenhouse)

Job description

VGW is an interactive entertainment company, harnessing technology and creativity to deliver world-class, free-to-play online social games.

We have an exciting opportunity to join our People & Culture team in Toronto and are currently looking for a Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist to join the team.

As a Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist, you are an integral member of our recruiting team and will be responsible for delivering top talent and excellent service to hiring teams across multiple departments and locations, including (but not limited to) customer service, account management, and operations.

You are responsible for developing, sourcing and attracting a balanced pipeline of quality candidates, and thrive in a dynamic and fast paced environment.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Manage full-cycle recruitment, including sourcing, screening, interviewing, and offering, ensuring fast turn-around and great candidate experiences.
• Establish strong relationships with hiring managers using your experience to help them shape meaningful job descriptions, job postings that speak to our target audiences and influence the processes to ensure effective and efficient recruitment.
• Source and select a diverse, wide range of candidates using LinkedIn Recruiter and other direct sourcing tools.
• Manage open positions, candidates and resources on our ATS (Greenhouse) for workflow tracking, communication and management of active and passive candidates.
• Contribute to employer branding strategies, recruitment marketing, and representing VGW at industry events.
• Use data and market research to stay current on hiring trends and make informed recruitment decisions.

What you will bring to the role:

• Five or more years of experience recruiting in an in-house talent acquisition function or combined agency experience hiring for roles in (but not limited to) customer service, account management, and operations.
• Experience in a senior talent acquisition role where you have partnered with senior stakeholders to deliver a range of talent.
• The autonomy, adaptability and depth of recruitment knowledge that comes from experience working in a global and complex technology business
• The ability to build relationships, partner with and influence key stakeholders to drive successful recruitment outcomes.
• Experience using an applicant tracking system and a variety of sourcing tools such as LinkedIn Recruiter.
• Experience using data and insights to recommend and support hiring decisions.

About VGW

VGW is an interactive entertainment company, harnessing technology and creativity to deliver world-class, free-to-play online social games.

Our high-quality, acclaimed brands include Chumba Casino, Global Poker and LuckyLand Slots, which are enjoyed by millions of players in North America.

Our games are based on a freemium model, meaning they are available to play at no cost, but include optional in-game purchases to enhance gameplay. We also offer sweepstakes promotions where players can collect free entries for the chance to win real-world prizes.

At VGW, one of our core values is “our players come first”. This means always striving to deliver a safe, responsible and positive player experience.

Why VGW?

At VGW, we’re more than just a team. We’re a diverse and inclusive group of individuals, each playing a vital role in our success.

Our core values are clear and strong; we win together, do what’s right, put our players first and are powered by passion.

We believe in our people and are committed to creating an environment where everyone feels welcome, inspired, and supported. We recognise that life is more than just work - that’s why we’re all about flexibility so you can strike a healthy balance between your personal life and career. We’re also here to champion your growth in your current role and future aspirations, providing opportunities for learning and career advancement. And to top it off, we back this all up with competitive compensation, perks and benefits.

But it’s not all business. We inject fun into the workplace, celebrate together and create lasting memories, from a mix of in-person and online events, to social gatherings and much more.

It’s our combined skills, ideas and visions that drive us forward. Join us on this exciting journey, and together, we’ll achieve remarkable things.

If you want to join a team that does things differently, apply today - we look forward to seeing what you can bring to our team.

VGW Canada Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and will provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the recruitment and selection process. Please advise our Talent Acquisition Specialist in advance should accommodation be required.

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