Talent Attraction Manager, Campus Recruitment (12-month contract)

KPMG Canada; Kingston; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Talent Attraction Manager to spearhead campus recruitment across multiple regions. This role involves collaborating with diverse teams to develop and implement a comprehensive recruitment strategy aimed at attracting top talent. You will engage with prospective students, manage the full recruitment cycle, and enhance the intern/co-op program to ensure a positive experience. If you are passionate about fostering relationships and driving recruitment success, this is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in a supportive and inclusive environment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in campus recruitment with strong project management skills.
• Confidence in public speaking and networking with senior leadership.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and execution of campus recruitment strategy across 18 offices.
• Manage full recruitment cycle for intern, co-op, and new graduate candidates.

Skills

Campus Recruitment

Project Management

Public Speaking

Communication Skills

Networking

Education

Post-graduate education in HR or Business

Tools

Applicant Tracking System (ATS)

Job description

Overview

At KPMG, you’ll join a team of diverse and dedicated problem solvers, connected by a common cause: turning insight into opportunity for clients and communities around the world.

We’re hiring a Talent Attraction Manager to join our Regions East Campus Recruitment team. In this role, you’ll lead the development, planning, and execution of our campus recruitment strategy across 18 offices in Ontario and Atlantic Canada. You’ll collaborate closely with the Regions East Talent Attraction Leader, the National Campus Recruitment team, and business partners across Audit, Tax, and Advisory, while also building strong relationships with external stakeholders at universities and colleges.

What You Will Do

• Collaborate with cross-functional Talent Attraction and National Centres of Excellence teams to deliver a campus strategy aligned with broader business goals.
• Adapt, implement, and execute the national campus recruitment strategy to attract top co-op, intern, and new graduate talent across Regions East, integrating our ID&E strategy.
• Work closely with the leadership team to set hiring targets and monitor entry-level staffing requirements to ensure resourcing needs are met, along with reporting on results.
• Partner with business leaders across 18 offices to manage the full campus recruitment cycle, providing consistent communication and exceptional client service.
• Represent KPMG Regions East on campus by engaging prospective students in programs and events.
• Execute full cycle recruitment processes (screen, interview, select, offer, and onboarding) of intern, co-op, and new graduate candidates, including management of the process within our Applicant Tracking System (ATS).
• Build and enhance the intern/co-op program by designing virtual experiences, educating performance managers, and streamlining return offer and offboarding processes to ensure a positive student employee experience.
• Cultivate strong relationships with external stakeholders, including career centre contacts and student associations.
• Stay informed on industry trends and evolving best practices in campus recruitment, applying insights to enhance the student experience at KPMG.
• Travel to attend events, information sessions, or training sessions as required.
• Be flexible to work beyond normal hours when business needs arise, and understand our approach to flexibility for personal matters.

What You Bring To The Role

• Post-graduate education in a relevant field such as HR or Business.
• 3+ years of experience in campus recruitment.
• Strong project management skills with excellent attention to detail, demonstrated through event planning and multi-stakeholder projects.
• Confidence in public speaking, facilitating group sessions, and networking.
• Excellent communication, diplomacy, negotiation skills, and the ability to build strong relationships with senior leadership.

Providing You With Support To Be At Your Best

Our Values, The KPMG Way

Integrity: We do what is right.

Excellence: We never stop learning and improving.

Courage: We think and act boldly.

Together: We respect each other and draw strength from our differences.

For Better: We do what matters.

KPMG in Canada is an equal opportunities employer committed to creating a respectful, inclusive, and barrier-free workplace that allows all our people to reach their full potential. We value diversity as key to our success and encourage all qualified candidates to apply, choosing KPMG as their employer of choice.

Adjustments and Accommodations During Recruitment

We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive recruitment process where all candidates can be themselves and excel. We offer adjustments or accommodations to support your performance, including informal requests like extra preparation time or micro breaks, and formal requests such as accessible communication supports or technology aids. You can request these at any point during the process by contacting KPMG’s Employee Relations Service team at 1-888-466-4778.