Talent Acquisition Specialist (contract until March 2027)

Osler, Hoskin & Harcourt LLP; Canada; Hybrid; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in Canada seeks a Recruitment Specialist to manage full‑cycle recruitment. The ideal candidate will have 2+ years of experience and a post‑secondary education in business or HR. Responsibilities include developing sourcing strategies, screening applications, and maintaining relationships with candidates and hiring managers. The firm offers a hybrid work model, blending in-office and remote work to foster a collaborative environment focused on mentorship and inclusion.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of full‑cycle recruitment experience.
• Strong understanding of HR principles.
• Excellent customer service orientation.

Responsibilities

• Manage full‑cycle recruitment process.
• Develop strategic sourcing strategies.
• Partner with hiring managers on hiring needs.

Skills

Talent acquisition principles

Relationship building

Time management

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Education

Post‑secondary education in business/HR

Tools

Applicant Tracking System

Job description

Job Description

Osler, Hoskin & Harcourt LLP is one of Canada's leading business law firms. Advising many of Canada's corporate leaders, as well as U.S. and international parties with extensive interest in Canada, our more than 1,000 firm members are based in offices in Toronto, Montréal, Ottawa, Vancouver, Calgary and New York.

Osler prides itself on attracting and maintaining some of the brightest talent in the legal arena. Our lawyers, students, management and staff have created a unique firm culture which nurtures mentoring and the exchange of ideas. Osler is a dynamic and exciting place to further your career or carve out a new path.

Reporting to the Manager, Talent Acquisition, this position is responsible for business professional full‑cycle recruitment. This role will also conduct exit interviews, assist with onboarding, and participate in various Human Resources initiatives. The successful candidate will have a strong recruitment background with proven experience specialized searches.

Major Responsibilities

• Actively attract and qualify permanent, contract, and future pipeline candidates
• Foster relationships and develop networks of high caliber professionals
• Develop strategic sourcing strategies which align with the business hiring plans
• Partner with hiring managers to understand current and future requirements
• Act as a brand ambassador, building and communicating the firm's employee value proposition
• Leverage internal talent sources to drive mobility, employee referrals, and alumni engagement
• Identify, research and implement pre‑hire assessment tools
• Continually review and improve processes
• Develop and coordinate job descriptions in conjunction with the compensation department
• Act as a Subject Matter Expert and key consultant to hiring managers and candidates by guiding them through each phase of the recruitment process and pivoting as needed
• Screen candidate applications and provide hiring recommendations
• Manage relationships with educational institutions
• Coordinate and manage in‑person and MS Teams interviews with candidates
• Draft offer letters, present opportunities to candidates, and complete onboarding requirements
• Provide salary recommendations to compensation department for approval
• Conduct and record exit interviews for Toronto staff, and notify leadership of trends
• Manage the transfer and promotion process including drafting letters, ensuring necessary paperwork is complete and supporting the hiring manager
• Provide support to the HR Coordinator for employee onboarding, orientation, Student programs, and other events

Position Requirements

Education and Experience

• This position requires a post‑secondary education in a related business/HR discipline accompanied with at least two years of related recruitment experience. An equivalent combination of education, training and experience is acceptable.

Knowledge and Skills

• 2+ years of full‑cycle recruitment experience
• Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of talent acquisition and HR principles
• Demonstrated ability to build strong relationships in a confidential and tactful manner
• Experience maintaining and administering an Applicant Tracking System
• Excellent time management and prioritization with an ownership mindset
• Knowledge of all relevant employment legislation including the Human Rights Code and Employment Standards Act
• Excellent customer service orientation and interpersonal skills; warm, inviting and engaging
• Strong relationship‑building and networking skills
• Strong verbal and written communication and active listening skills

We are currently working in a hybrid work arrangement, which includes a requirement to work primarily in the office and flexibility to work remotely up to 2 days per week.

Accessibility and Accommodation

We thank all applicants for their interest in Osler; however, only chosen applicants will be contacted. Osler is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment, and we welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities and people with diverse backgrounds, identities, and cultures. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates in all phases of the selection process.

Background and Reference Checks

Please note that any offer of employment will be conditional upon background and reference checks, including a criminal record check, credit check, and employment and educational verifications.

If you have the required background with the ability to provide exceptional customer service and wish to work in one of Canada's leading law firms, please reply in confidence with a cover letter and résumé by the closing date.

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