Talent Acquisition Specialist

Robertson & Company Ltd.; British Columbia; Hybrid; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading financial institution in British Columbia is seeking experienced Talent Acquisition Specialists on a contract basis. Candidates must have a minimum of 3 years of corporate recruitment experience, preferably in the financial services sector. Responsibilities include managing recruitment processes, developing talent strategies, and advising on market insights. The position offers a contract hourly rate ranging from $25 to $60. The institution values diversity and encourages applications from all qualified individuals.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of corporate recruitment experience is required.
• Experience in financial services or banking.
• Agency recruitment experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end recruitment processes.
• Develop innovative talent acquisition strategies.
• Advise on talent market gaps.

Skills

Corporate recruitment experience

Strong communication skills

Detail-oriented

Organizational skills

Ability to manage high volumes

Job description

Client

Our client, a leading financial institution is currently hiring for Talent Acquisition Specialists to join their team on a contract basis. They are hiring for multiple positions ranging from junior to senior level.

*This is not for an existing vacancy; it's for building a candidate pool for upcoming vacancies*

What you will achieve in this role:

• Act as the Talent Advisor for a designated portfolio, informing talent decisions with acute knowledge of the organization and businesses supported, having deep expertise of external markets with an objective to continuously upgrade talent.
• Manage end to end aspects of the recruitment process / specialized acquisition program.
• Develop and execute innovative talent strategies, leveraging industry best practices and market data to proactively target qualified active and passive candidates to build a robust pipeline of diverse talent.
• Advise business leads on talent market gaps and provides insights on alternate practices and opportunities.
• Execute on determined plans and provides insight/ guidance to clients on benefits of approach.
• Focus on creating an optimal Hiring Manager and candidate experience throughout the recruiting cycle aligned to customer experience model.
• Maintain expert knowledge of HR policies, procedures and programs as they relate to recruitment.
• Cultivate strong relationships with HR partners, HR CoEs and business stakeholders to understand current and future talent needs and provide consultation on optimal sourcing approaches.
• Maintain, analyze and leverage accurate recruitment metrics and reporting to inform sourcing and recruitment activities; consult with hiring managers.
• Prioritize and manage own workload to meet SLA requirements for service and productivity.
• Adhere to enterprise frameworks or methodologies that relate to activities for the talent acquisition function.
• Maintain a culture of risk management and control, supported by effective processes in alignment with risk appetite of the Bank.
• May lead special initiatives by representing the business internally and externally, as a subject matter expert.
• Monitor and communicate the effectiveness of plans, programs, and practices related to own area of expertise.
• Conduct internal and external research projects; support the development/ delivery of presentations / communications to management or broader audience.
• Keep abreast of and advise the team on emerging issues, trends, and evolving regulatory requirements in the discipline and assess potential impacts.
• Ensure the prompt and thorough resolution of escalated issues.
• Focused on specialized portfolio / niche capabilities.
• Work independently as the senior subject matter expert.
• Provide advice and/or guidance to various stakeholders and team members and may coach and educate others.
• Focus on medium -term issues (e.g. monthly-quarterly).
• Oversee and/or independently perform tasks from end to end.
• Undertake and complete a variety of projects and initiatives, may include the integration of cross functional processes within own area of expertise.

What you must bring to this role:

• 3+ years of corporate recruitment experience
• Financial services or banking experience is required
• Agency recruitment experience is a nice to have
• Strong communication skills/interpersonal skills
• Attention to detail and strong organizational skill
• Ability to manage high volumes during peak season
• Experience recruiting or a complex portfolio that across multiple lines of business

Contract hourly rate ranges from: $25-60/HR

*Only those who are qualified will be contacted*

“We use AI technology as part of our application review process to assist in screening and assessment. All applications are also reviewed by our recruitment team.”

How to Apply:

If you are a motivated professional looking to contribute to a leading team, please submit your resume outlining your qualifications and experience relevant to this role. Robertson values diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive workplace. We invite all qualified individuals to apply.

Robertson is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We are a certified diverse supplier and actively seek to foster a representative and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, Aboriginal status, or any other legally protected factors. Join us in building a diverse and inclusive environment.