Talent Acquisition Specialist

Reach3 Insights; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A global insights firm is seeking a Talent Acquisition Specialist responsible for managing the full-cycle recruitment process. This role involves sourcing top talent, delivering exceptional candidate experiences, and enhancing hiring efficiency. The ideal candidate has 3-5 years of recruitment experience in a fast-paced environment and is proficient in using HRIS and ATS tools. The role offers a hybrid work model and a compensation package reflective of experience.

Benefits

Home office stipends

Parental leave top up

Health and dental plan

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of recruitment experience in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to source and attract technical and non-technical talent.
• Proven track record of delivering a strong candidate experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage full-cycle recruitment processes for various roles.
• Deliver exceptional candidate experiences through clear communication.
• Proactively source and engage diverse talent across multiple departments.

Skills

Recruitment experience

Sourcing top talent

Strong communication skills

Stakeholder management

Organisational skills

Tools

HRIS

ATS

LinkedIn Recruiter

Job description

We’re looking for an ambitious Talent Acquisition Specialist to join our HR department. In this role, you’ll be primarily responsible for managing the full-cycle recruitment process – from crafting compelling job postings and sourcing top talent to delivering an outstanding candidate experience.

We are open to candidates located in Vancouver or Toronto.

Reporting to the Sr Director, People and Culture, you’ll get to work on a variety of exciting initiatives that go beyond day‑to‑day recruiting.

Who are we?

Rival Group, comprised of Rival Technologies and Reach3 Insights, is an award‑winning global insights firm on a mission to transform the insights industry through the power of AI‑accelerated, mobile messaging‑based conversational insights.

Rival Technologies is solving a massive problem in the research industry by building the world’s first, enterprise‑grade conversational insights platform. We engage with consumers and business audiences via organic mobile messaging‑based techniques to capture rich, in‑the‑moment qual/quant human insights at scale.

Reach3 is a full‑service research consultancy that develops scalable, conversational insight solutions for today’s modern, agile enterprise. Featuring immersive, in‑the‑moment research designs, intelligent data sciences and dynamic digital storytelling, our approach delivers deep experiential insights that inspire action.

If making measurable, immediate impact while having fun sounds like your jam, then we invite you to apply! 👇

What you’ll do:

• Drive and manage all stages of full‑cycle recruitment – build relationships with hiring managers to understand hiring requirements and create eye‑catching job postings, conduct phone screens, schedule and lead interviews, administer assessments / technical tests where applicable, prepare offers, complete reference/background checks, and present/negotiating offers to successful candidates.
• Deliver an exceptional candidate experience by building relationships with applicants and ensuring timely, thoughtful communication throughout every stage of the process.
• Pipeline Creation & Management – proactively source and engage diverse talent (both active and passive) for technical and non‑technical roles across multiple departments and locations. Own all candidate coordination and communication.
• Headhunt strategically for qualified candidates according to relevant job criteria, using online tools such as LinkedIn, networking, employee referrals and your advanced knowledge of our company.
• Develop engaging outreach communications that resonate with prospective candidates and drive meaningful conversations.
• Evaluate and qualify applicants thoroughly to ensure alignment with both job‑specific requirements and cultural values before advancing them in the process.
• Support special recruitment events (digital expos/job fairs/meetups) locally and beyond.
• Present recruitment metrics status reporting to key stakeholders and recommend continuous improvement.
• Streamline and enhance hiring processes to boost efficiency, equity, and overall candidate experience.
• Champion organizational attractiveness by recommending innovative policies and practices, analysing compensation and offer competitiveness, and highlighting our benefits, culture, and perks.
• Collaborate with Marketing and People teams to enhance Rival Group’s employer brand across digital and social channels.
• Bring curiosity and creativity to expanding our employer branding efforts and finding new ways to attract and engage top talent.
• Contribute to other talent acquisition initiatives and projects as needed to support the success of the broader People team.

What You'll Have:

• 3‑5+ years of related experience in recruitment within a high‑volume, demanding, fast‑paced environment.
• 1‑2+ years’ experience in the SaaS or tech markets.
• Proficiency with HRIS, ATS, and recruiting tools (e.g., Greenhouse, LinkedIn Recruiter, Indeed, Glassdoor).
• Proven ability to source and attract top talent across a range of roles (technical and non‑technical).
• Demonstrated ability to deliver an exceptional candidate experience with timely, transparent communication.
• Strong relationship‑building and stakeholder management skills – comfortable advising and partnering with hiring managers at all levels.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including crafting compelling outreach and job postings.
• Strong organisational and time‑management skills; able to handle multiple priorities and deadlines effectively.
• Ability to handle highly confidential and sensitive matters with complete professionalism.
• Experience recruiting across Canada and the U.S., or familiarity with both markets.
• Exposure to HR or People Operations processes (e.g., onboarding, talent management).
• Engaged in the HR community, continually building an HR network, and staying up to date on current HR matters.

Why us for your next career adventure?

We’re committed to pay equity/fair pay practices and closing the gender salary gap.

• In determining salary, Reach3 considers many factors including the successful candidate’s skillset and experience as well as internal equity. The salary range for this position is $65,000 to $85,000 CAD, with the upper portion typically reserved for tenured employees who have developed extensive job knowledge and expertise within the company.

Our compensation package also includes:

• Home office, internet and cellphone stipends
• RRSP plan with employer matching
• Parental leave top up

💆♂️ Flexibility and time off

• Hybrid working model and home office benefits
• 4 weeks of vacation as the standard

🩺 Health and wellness

• 100% employer‑paid health and dental plan
• Health spending account
• Generous sick, personal, and mental health days
• $1,000 annual mental health benefits with Canada Life

🤝 A great place to work you can be proud of

• 91% of our people believe management practices are equal and impartial
• 86% have pride in their work and the organization
• 91% agree that their teammates are friendly, supportive and welcoming

The not‑so‑fine‑print

If you think you’re a good fit, please connect with us ASAP with your resume. You must be eligible to work in Canada to be considered for this role. At Reach3, we value the unique qualities and experiences that each candidate brings to the table. We believe in a personal approach to hiring and take the time to thoroughly review each resume ourselves. Rest assured, we do not use AI or automated systems to review or filter resumes. Every application is carefully reviewed by our hiring team to ensure a fair and personalized evaluation process. If you don’t see yourself fully reflected in every job requirement listed on the posting above, we still encourage you to reach out and apply. Research has shown that individuals in under‑represented groups often only apply when they feel 100% qualified. We are proud to be an equal‑opportunity workplace committed to building a team culture that celebrates diversity and inclusion. Reach3 provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, religion, age, ancestry, gender, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Reach3 is also committed to fostering a culture of belonging, which includes ensuring an accessible work environment and employment practices. If you require accommodation at any point in the selection process, please email [e-mail]

Finally, we know from time to time emergencies happen and you may need to reschedule an interview – we understand and encourage you to be in communication without worrying about losing the opportunity or your credibility.

Please note given our security and compliance certifications, final applicants will be required to undergo a background check.

No recruiters and no phone calls, please!