Talent Acquisition Specialist

Aplin; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Aplin in Winnipeg is seeking an experienced Talent Acquisition Specialist for an immediate temporary opportunity. This onsite role is ideal for recruiters who thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume environment and manage multiple priorities with strong full-cycle recruitment experience.

You will own the full recruitment lifecycle across Western Canada, partner with Hiring Managers, source candidates through diverse channels, screen and present top fits, maintain ATS records, and help build

Qualifications

• 2+ years of high-volume recruitment experience in a large, fast-paced organization.
• Proven full-cycle recruitment and sourcing across multiple channels.
• Experience with UKG is considered an asset.
• Strong interviewing, candidate assessment, and relationship-building skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational and time-management abilities with competing priorities.
• Results-oriented and comfortable meeting tight deadlines.
• Experience using an ATS.
• Post-secondary education in HR or related field is an asset.
• CPHR designation or recruiting-related certification is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full recruitment lifecycle, from sourcing and screening through offer and onboarding, across multiple provinces in Western Canada.
• Recruit for a high volume of positions across various departments and organizational levels.
• Partner with Hiring Managers to understand staffing requirements and provide effective recruitment support.
• Source candidates through job boards, resume databases, LinkedIn, social media, networking, and other creative sourcing strategies.
• Screen, interview, assess, and present qualified candidates to Hiring Managers.
• Maintain accurate and timely candidate records and recruitment activity within the ATS.
• Develop and maintain strong candidate relationships and talent pipelines.
• Monitor recruitment activity and achieve established hiring targets and KPIs.
• Deliver a positive, professional, and consistent candidate experience throughout the recruitment process.
• Collaborate closely with HR and internal stakeholders to support organizational hiring needs.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

High-volume recruitment

Full-cycle recruitment

Sourcing channels

Interviewing & assessment

Communication & interpersonal

Organizational skills

ATS experience

Education

Post-secondary HR education

CPHR designation asset

Tools

UKG

Job description

Tammy Boyko and Carlan Wilbon with Aplin are currently seeking an experienced Talent Acquisition Specialist for an immediate temporary opportunity in Winnipeg.

This is an onsite position within a large, fast-paced organization and is an excellent opportunity for a recruiter who thrives in a high-volume environment, enjoys managing multiple priorities, and has strong full-cycle recruitment experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the full recruitment lifecycle, from sourcing and screening through offer and onboarding, across multiple provinces in Western Canada.
• Recruit for a high volume of positions across various departments and organizational levels.
• Partner with Hiring Managers to understand staffing requirements and provide effective recruitment support.
• Source candidates through job boards, resume databases, LinkedIn, social media, networking, and other creative sourcing strategies.
• Screen, interview, assess, and present qualified candidates to Hiring Managers.
• Maintain accurate and timely candidate records and recruitment activity within the ATS.
• Develop and maintain strong candidate relationships and talent pipelines.
• Monitor recruitment activity and achieve established hiring targets and KPIs.
• Deliver a positive, professional, and consistent candidate experience throughout the recruitment process.
• Collaborate closely with HR and internal stakeholders to support organizational hiring needs.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications & Experience

• 2+ years of high-volume recruitment experience within a large, fast-paced organization is required.
• Proven experience managing full-cycle recruitment and sourcing candidates through multiple channels.
• Experience with UKG is considered an asset.
• Strong interviewing, candidate assessment, and relationship-building skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational and time-management abilities, with the capacity to manage competing priorities.
• Results-oriented and comfortable working in a high-volume environment while meeting tight deadlines.
• Strong computer skills and experience using an Applicant Tracking System (ATS).
• Post-secondary education in Human Resources or a related field is an asset.
• CPHR designation or a recruiting-related certification is an asset.
• A combination of relevant education and experience will be considered.

At Aplin - together with our brands CompuStaff, Impact Recruitment, and Vantix Systems - we connect great people with great organizations across North America. We believe diverse teams build stronger companies, and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We use AI tools to assist in a fair and efficient matching process, helping our recruiters connect the right people with the right opportunities. To be considered, applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada, including holding any required permits. Our recruitment services are always free for job seekers. Accommodation is available upon request throughout all stages of the recruitment process.