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Talent Acquisition Partner

J.D. Irving
Full-time
On-site
Saint John, New Brunswick, Canada
Description

We’re looking for a driven, relationship‑focused Talent Acquisition Partner to join our team and play a key role in shaping the future of JDI Construction & Equipment Division. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who thrives on collaboration, takes pride in building meaningful connections, and is passionate about finding the right people for the right roles.

In this role, you’ll be more than a recruiter, you’ll be a strategic advisor, a talent champion, and an advocate for both candidates and hiring teams.



Responsibilities

Salaried and Hourly Recruitment 

  • Manage the entire recruitment process, including job postings, candidate management, skills assessments, and interviews
  • Strategically attract and source top talent for various roles through innovative strategies such as social media advertising, local community marketing, and strategic partnerships
  • Develop and implement comprehensive recruitment marketing plans, leveraging social and digital media to source qualified candidates
  • Schedule interviews and testing, maintain applicant records, and ensure the applicant tracking system is consistently updated
  • Establish and maintain a network of contacts to ensure a continuous pipeline of talent
  • Collaborate with hiring managers and HR Business Partners to assess candidate suitability and make informed hiring recommendations
  • Work with Hiring Managers and HR Business Partners to ensure alignment with hiring forecasts and organizational needs
  • Organize and support career awareness events, including student co-op recruiting, career fairs, and partnerships with post-secondary institutions
  • Plan and execute large-scale hiring events to enhance brand visibility and market opportunities
  • Carry out additional tasks and responsibilities as required to support the recruitment function and organizational goals

Student Recruitment

  • Work with post-secondary institutions to recruit for co-op, summer, and intern roles
  • Develop and implement a comprehensive student onboarding plan and check-in process to monitor progress
  • Work with managers and HR to assess students for potential conversion opportunities

Immigration Recruitment

  • Develop and implement strategies to attract and recruit international candidates
  • Ensure all recruitment activities comply with immigration provincial and federal laws and regulations
  • Assist international candidates with visa and work permit applications and processes
  • Provide support, guidance, and resources to help international hires and employees on work permits with their PR support as applicable by collaborating with the JDI Immigration Center of Excellence for up-to-date information about provincial and federal immigration policies and updates


Qualifications

Education:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or a related field (or equivalent) 
  • Registered Professional Recruiter (RPR) designation (or willingness to obtain) would be an asset 

Skills & Experience: 

  • 2-5 years of related experience in a high-volume, environment or similar experience managing complex projects/work environments with a diverse employee population 
  • Demonstrated ability within an Applicant Tracking System (ATS), preferably Oracle Recruiting Cloud (ORC) 
  • Customer focused individual with exceptional interpersonal and communication skills 
  • Energetic self-starter who enjoys working in a fast paced, team-oriented environment 
  • Attention to detail and strong organizational skills 
  • Strong negotiation and influencing skills 
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and HR software 
  • Ability to travel occasionally