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.

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

• 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.

• 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.

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

• 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.

• Participate in New Employee Orientation.

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

• Support other HR projects/duties as assigned.

• 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

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

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

• 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

Salary : $67,500 - $112,000