Talent Acquisition Coordinator - 12 Month Contract

D2L; Kitchener; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading technology company in Kitchener is seeking a Talent Acquisition Coordinator to enhance the candidate experience throughout the recruitment process. This role requires at least one year of experience in recruitment or HR coordination and excellent communication and organizational skills. The candidate will guide applicants, schedule interviews, and support recruitment events. A passion for creating a positive hiring experience is essential. The position is expected to work on-site at least 3 days a week.

Qualifications

• 1+ year of recruitment or HR Coordinator experience in fast-paced environment.
• Experience interacting with senior managers.

Responsibilities

• Guide candidates throughout the recruitment process.
• Schedule interviews and communicate timelines.
• Collect and report Talent Acquisition data.
• Assist with recruitment events.
• Support Talent Acquisition Partners.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Critical thinking

Attention to detail

MS Office proficiency

Tools

Applicant tracking systems

Reference check tools

Job description

To ensure an excellent Candidate Experience, please complete your application before June 25, 2025, at 11:59 pm EST.

Job Summary :

The Talent Acquisition Coordinator is responsible for setting the tone for the candidate experience throughout the recruitment process. This role will enable Recruiters and Hiring Managers to continue to deliver our award-winning candidate experience. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to increase the visibility of D2L, work with hiring managers, and interact directly with candidates. Talent Acquisition Coordinators must have superb communication and organizational skills and must be prepared to support a high volume of hiring. If you're looking for a fast-paced, challenging, and fun HR opportunity in a growing organization, this position is for you!

How Will I Make an Impact

• Guiding candidates throughout the entire recruitment process and recommending interview scheduling best practices to ensure a positive candidate experience
• Scheduling and communicating timelines and expectations to all stakeholders
• Collecting and reporting Talent Acquisition data to People and Culture stakeholders
• Requesting reference checks and initiating background screening processes
• Assisting with recruitment events, including coordinating staff participation, setup, and working at job fairs and networking events
• Helping establish a recognizable employer brand both internally and externally
• Supporting Talent Acquisition Partners with the application and execution of the annual Candidate Experience Award submission
• Collecting new hire documentation and setting up new hires in our HRIS
• Supporting other recruiting initiatives as needed

What You'll Bring to the Role :

• Polished interpersonal and communication skills, including comfort interacting with senior managers
• Exceptional organizational skills, with the ability to coordinate multiple activities and prioritize tasks effectively
• High say-do ratio
• Excellent attention to detail
• Proven self-starter with critical thinking skills
• Ability to work under pressure to meet objectives
• Advanced knowledge of MS Office

Ideal Additional Experience

• Experience managing recruitment tools, including applicant tracking systems, web-based job boards, reference check tools, and background checks
• Scheduling interviews with multiple internal participants, including C-level executives
• Guiding candidates through the recruitment process and recommending best practices for interview scheduling

D2L Leadership Competencies

• Leads by example with integrity, accountability, and a high say/do ratio
• Boundaryless collaboration and influence skills within and outside the team
• Delivers excellent outcomes with strategic mindset and business acumen
• Talent magnet: capable of coaching and leading a diverse, high-performing team
• Better, smarter, faster: agile learner with continuous improvement focus
• Wins hearts and minds: effective communication and team-building skills

Suggested Qualifications / Experience :

• Minimum of 1 year of recruitment or HR Coordinator experience in a fast-paced environment or comparable customer-facing office administration experience

Note : This role is located at D2L's Kitchener HQ, with an expectation of working in the office at least 3 days per week.

Required Experience :

Key Skills: Illustration, Defence, HVAC, AJAX, Drafting, Customer Development

Employment Type : Contract

Experience : Years

Vacancy : 1