Talent Acquisition Specialist

We believe in the power of work. Since 1994, WCG has partnered with governments and local agencies across Canada to create sustainable employment opportunities for individuals, businesses, and communities. We also work on behalf of the federal government to provide employment and rehabilitation services to Canadian veterans as they transition to civilian life.  At WCG we understand that work gives hope, strengthens relationships, and drives economic growth. Be part of a team that is making a difference in communities across Canada every day. 

Job Description

Talent Acquisition Specialist (Bilingual French Preferred) 
Location: Canada (Full Time Remote) 
Employment Type: 12-Month Fixed Term

We are seeking a Talent Acquisition Specialist to join our team. In this role you will lead full-cycle recruitment efforts to attract, engage, and hire top talent while ensuring a positive candidate experience. This position requires a proactive recruiter who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is experienced in leveraging innovative recruitment strategies to attract talent. 

What you’ll do: 

• Manage full-cycle recruitment, including sourcing, screening, interviewing, and onboarding candidates for various roles.
• Partner with hiring managers to understand staffing needs and develop targeted recruitment strategies. 
• Conduct reference checks, negotiate job offers, and support onboarding processes. 
• Ensure diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) best practices are embedded in all recruitment efforts. 
• Utilize SmartRecruiters (Applicant Tracking System) and other HRIS systems to manage candidate pipelines, report, and ensure compliance with hiring best practices. 
• Develop and execute innovative sourcing strategies, including social media recruiting, networking, and talent mapping. 
• Maintain accurate records and provide recruitment analytics and reports as required. 
• Stay current on recruitment trends and employment legislation to ensure best practices. 

Qualifications

What you bring:

• A minimum of 3 years of full-cycle recruitment experience, in a similar size corporate or centralized Talent Acquisition function is required. 
• Completion of post-secondary education in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field. 
• CPHR or other related recruitment designation preferred.  
• Proficiency in Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) such as SmartRecruiters and HRIS tools. 
• Experience in employer branding, recruitment marketing, and leveraging social media for talent attraction. 
• Ability to orient and teach leaders & P&C teams on full cycle recruitment cycle process. 
• Proven ability to build strong relationships with hiring managers and candidates. 
• Strong digital literacy skills, including Microsoft Office Suite. 
• Bilingual in French and English (preferred but not required). 
• Legally authorized to work in Canada without employer sponsorship. 

For complete job requirements, see the full Job Description Here

Additional Information

What we offer

• Competitive salary $75,000 to $82,000 
• Comprehensive and flexible health and dental benefits. 
• RRSP matching program. 
• Ongoing learning and development opportunities. 
• A collaborative and inclusive workplace culture. 
• The opportunity to contribute to meaningful work that impacts communities.