Talent Acquisition Specialist (1 Year Limited term)

The Talent Acquisition Specialist (TAS) is responsible for supporting global full-cycle talent acquisition for the Alimentiv Holdings Companies. The TAS interfaces with a wide variety of stakeholders including: HR, people leaders, candidates, vendors, and partner organizations. In addition, the TAS contributes to the creation of selection materials, employer branding, onboarding, and special HR projects as required.

Workforce Planning and Talent Management Operations

• 70-80% of the role is focused on the following activities:




Talent Acquisition

• Conduct high-volume full cycle talent acquisition including job qualifying, posting, sourcing, screening, and interviewing.
• Negotiate employment offers ensuring compliance with Alimentiv’s starting salary practices and pay equity.
• Coordinate with the HRG and/or the HRC to create employment agreements and facilitate references and background check verifications; Ensure candidates meet minimum qualifications for the role.
• Apply industry-leading techniques to source/engage passive and active candidates for current and future job openings at Alimentiv; create/maintain a pipeline of available talent for key opportunities.
• Champion a positive candidate experience for internal and external job applicants.
• Maintain knowledge of legislation that affects global talent acquisition practices; monitor regulatory adherence of HR policies and programs and contribute to new policy development.
• Act as a subject-matter expert providing talent acquisition advice and guidance to internal stakeholders.
• Monitor global talent subsidy/grant opportunities; facilitate applications with relevant authorities; track and report on successful applications.
• In conjunction with the MHR and hiring managers, create industry-supported, role-specific selection materials.
• Maintain detailed, accurate interview notes and status information in the Applicant Tracking System.
• Ensure accurate and up-to-date talent-tracking information, supporting talent reporting.




Talent Attraction

• Develop and maintain partnerships with employment-focused community organizations to attract diverse talent.
• Participate in various talent acquisition events including (but not limited to): professional and academic career fairs, networking, industry, and community events.
• Liaise with various talent acquisition vendors including recruitment agencies, and marketing/social media partners.
• Champion the internal Employee Referral Program including promotion, tracking, and reporting.
• With TA team, deliver the Early (Campus) Recruitment Program for assigned region(s); partner with internal stakeholders to identify academic programs & institutions suited to Alimentiv’s talent needs.
• Monitor and report market intelligence developments that could impact talent acquisition at Alimentiv.




Continuous Improvement and Processes

• Maintain awareness of new talent acquisition technology solutions.
• Contribute to continuous improvement in talent acquisition processes to optimize efficiency.
• Support contingent resourcing as required.




Employer Branding

• In conjunction with the MHR, contribute to employer branding strategy, create/recommend content, and ensure alignment to Alimentiv’s marketing guidelines.
• Identify potential changes that would make the organization more attractive to prospective employees.




Onboarding

• Participate in New Employee Orientation.

Other Role Responsibilities

• The remaining 20% of the role may involve the following:




Special Projects

• Support other HR projects/duties as assigned.




Professional Practice

• Act with integrity and balance the interest of all parties in carrying out HR activities
• Model ethical practices for staff.
• Adhere to HR legal requirements in carrying out all HR activities; keep current on changes to the laws that govern HR practices.
• Maintain awareness of broad economic, societal, technological, political, global, and demographic trends; Evaluate the credibility of sources of information

Qualifications

• Undergraduate university degree (Bachelor or Honours Bachelor), and 1-3 years' related experience with initial and on-going training

OR

• College Diploma/Degree, and 4-6 years related experience +substantial on-going job -related training




Other:

• Specialty in Human Resources; CHRP/CHRL designation or working towards designation
• Knowledge of labour legislation in Canada, US and Europe
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Strong time management and organization skills
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality




• Location: please note, preference will be given to candidates located in EST/AST time zones