Talent Acquisition Lead

LifeLabs Medical Laboratory Services; Burnaby; Hybrid; CAD 80,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

LifeLabs Medical Laboratory Services seeks a Talent Acquisition Lead to drive recruitment strategies and build strong relationships with business leaders. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in talent acquisition, strong leadership skills, and the ability to thrive in a KPI-driven environment.

Benefits

Employee Group Benefits

Retirement Savings Plan

Professional development reimbursement

Vacation and Wellness Days

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in a Senior Talent Acquisition role.
• Understanding of employment practices and compliance.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement innovative recruitment strategies.
• Partner with hiring managers on job specifications.
• Lead a team of Talent Acquisition Specialists.

Skills

Talent Acquisition

Relationship Building

Business Acumen

Leadership

Negotiation

Education

Post-secondary education – University degree or College diploma

Job description

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For over 50 years, LifeLabs has been Canada’s leading provider of laboratory diagnostic information and digital health connectivity systems, enabling patients and healthcare practitioners to diagnose, treat, monitor and prevent disease. We are passionate about empowering healthier Canadians through accessible, accurate, and innovative diagnostic services.

We are committed innovators, operating Canada's first commercial genetics lab, and the country's largest online patient portal, with more than 8 million Canadians receiving their results online. More than 112 million laboratory tests come through LifeLabs’ laboratories annually, and our team of more than 6,000 passionate, caring, and diverse professionals works together as one to provide high quality testing and results that Canadians can trust.

We know that behind every lab requisition, sample being tested, or investment in technology is an individual and their family counting on us. At LifeLabs, you can make a meaningful impact on Canadians’ lives every day.

Our teams are at the heart of everything we do. We are proud to be recognized as one of Canada’s Best Employers, reflecting our deep commitment to our core values of caring, agility, teamwork, and a customer-centered approach. As part of this commitment, LifeLabs prioritizes the ongoing development of our diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) program to better serve the needs of our diverse workforce and the communities we serve. We continue to take steps to challenge ourselves to act with courage and integrity, and to create an environment where people can be their true selves.

These values are not just words on a page, they guide our actions and decisions every day and have come to define our team culture.

The Talent Acquisition Lead drives focus on the overall company vision and help create long-term strategies to attract and retain top talent. They will be required to lead and inspire their team to excel and be comfortable working within a KPI driven environment. This role will require the skills to develop innovative sourcing strategies and engagements as well as offering full cycle recruitment support. It will act as the key liaison to our business function leadership team and will be responsible for delivering on business hiring needs while aligning with the national Talent Acquisition strategy. The role requires strong influencing skills, strong business acumen and excellent relationship building skills This position assures customer service excellence and timely completion of duties and assignments that meet or exceed customer expectations. This role requires the ability to lead and support transformational programs, be results driven and have a passion for Talent Acquisition.

Status: Full Time

Schedule: Mon- Fri

Additional Requirements: N/A

Number of Positions: 1

Start Date: ASAP

Internal Application Deadline: 2 July 2025

This vacancy is for an existing position

LifeLabs operates under a Hybrid workforce model. Further details will be provided during the interview stage.

Business Management & Support

• Partner with the business to provide proactive and collaborative support throughout the recruitment lifecycle
• Build and maintain “trusted advisor” relationships with Business Leaders, Hiring Managers and HR Business Partners
• Partner with Hiring Manager and HR Business Partner to develop specific job specifications, job duties, qualifications, and necessary skill sets
  
  

Leadership

• Lead a team of Talent Acquisition Specialist’s to deliver a best-in-class experience, coach mentor and inspire.
• Lead the TA Team through high volume recruiting
  
  

Support and lead the wider TA team in contributing to projects and best practices

Programs, Practices and Compliance

• Support and lead various National Talent Acquisition strategic initiatives, systems, and efficiency projects
• Exec Level Interview process management, including custom-made guides and support all steps of hiring
• Monitor labor market dynamics and share information with the team and managers building on solutions for talent challenges
• Plan, develop, implement, direct, and constantly re-evaluate LifeLabs’ recruitment activities and performance based on defined goals, strategies, objectives, and metrics
• Develop customized recruitment strategies and EVP brand engagement opportunities for client groups
  
  

Talent Acquisition

• Manage the internal recruitment system, posting jobs, reviewing CVs, interviewing and provide your recommendation to the business
• Create sourcing and pipeline recruitment strategies to provide proactive TA support to the business
  
  

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education – University degree or College diploma or relevant years of on-the-job working experience- Human Resources/Business Administration preferred
• CHRP/CHRL nice to have but not required
• 5+ years of extensive previous experience at a Senior level Talent Specialist or similar role, with experience/familiarity in HR and Talent/Recruitment is an asset.
• Demonstrated strong functional knowledge and experience within Talent Acquisition, as well as employment practices, compliance requirements, laws, and applicable governing regulations.
• Demonstrated ability to identify issues, build & lead programs and appropriately consult key stakeholders.
• Demonstrated business acumen, consultive and relationship building skills.
• Excellent written and oral communication, negotiation, client relationships, organizational, leadership and project management skills.
• Strong communication with the ability to influence and effect change.
• Previous people leadership experience is an asset
• Proven success in a KPI & Metric based environment
• Experience in supporting, leading and building best in class TA processes
  
  

LifeLabs’ compensation programs are commensurate based on the role, skill, effort, responsibility and working conditions, irrespective of gender, race, ethnicity, beliefs, age or any other personal characteristics. Pay programs are communicated regularly in an accessible and transparent manner.

LifeLabs is also proud to offer resources, opportunities, as well as a collaborative and supportive environment that enables our team members to thrive.

In Addition To a Competitive Compensation Package, LifeLabs Provides a Comprehensive Total Rewards Program, Specific To The Job Position. Your Package May Include

• Employee Group Benefits: Competitive coverage for employees and their families to support their overall health and wellness needs, including Extended Health Care, Dental Care, and Life Insurance.
• Retirement Savings Plan
• Vacation and Wellness Days
• Employee Wellness and Giving Programs: Our award winning mental, physical and financial wellness programs aim to address the comprehensive well-being of our team members, including resources like the Employee & Family Assistance Program, financial planning tools, and employee recognition initiatives.
• Professional development and membership reimbursement, access to preferred rates and discount programs, including WorkPerks, Home and Auto Insurance, Costco Membership, etc., and optional health-related benefits.
  
  

In accordance with LifeLabs’ Accessibility Policy, and the applicable Accessibility Acts within the provinces we operate in, accommodations are available by request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process. For a confidential inquiry or to request an accommodation, please contact your recruiter or email [e-mail].

Vaccinations are highly encouraged at LifeLabs’. Vaccinations and/or immunization screening may be mandatory for selected employees if regulated by provincial or regional governments, or through employer-led vaccination policies in the facilities we service. Please ensure you ask if this position requires the successful candidate to be vaccinated or undergo immunization screening.

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Human Resources

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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