Talent Acquisition Advisor, Early Talent

Closing Date: March 7, 2025

Teck is a leading Canadian resource company focused on responsibly providing the metals essential for global development and the energy transition while caring for the people, communities and land that we love. 

Teck's two regional business units, North America and Latin America, oversee Teck's assets through all phases of safe, sustainable development, operation and closure. The business units are supported by enterprise-wide functions that set strategic direction, establish standards and provide governance, as well as supporting the business through shared services, centers of excellence and business partnering. 

Reporting to the Lead, Campus Talent Acquisition, the Talent Acquisition Advisor, Early Talent is responsible for advancing Teck’s commitment to providing outstanding early career opportunities and experiences for students and apprentices while working closely with supervisors, academic institutions, and students to ensure an effective recruitment process and sustainment of healthy talent pipelines. This role requires a passionate individual with a keen interest in talent acquisition and student development, ensuring that both employers and students experience a seamless, positive recruitment process. 

The Advisor will also identify, recommend and implement strategies that improve campus talent attraction including leading outreach efforts, engaging with students, faculty and advisors on and off campus in activities such as career fairs, student industry events, and hosting events that promote Teck as an employer of choice for students. 

• Be a courageous safety leader, adhere to and sponsor safety and environmental rules and procedures 
• Strategize, plan and perform full-cycle recruitment for early talent across various fields (e.g., engineering, geology, business, etc.) from posting to onboarding
• Partner with hiring managers to understand their needs and ensure job descriptions align with role requirements and reflect longer term early talent needs 
• Lead outreach by identifying strategic opportunities to engage, followed by planning, organizing and hosting recruitment events such as career fairs and virtual / in-person information sessions
• Conduct preliminary assessments to evaluate candidate competencies and ensure alignment with Teck’s business needs and values 
• Ensure outstanding candidate and hiring team experience by providing timely feedback and information on next steps
• Research, develop and present early talent strategies that are consistent with Teck’s business needs e.g. crafting an early talent strategy for tradespersons 
• Build and nurture positive relationships with academic institutions, faculty, and career services to ensure a continuous pipeline of exceptional student talent 
• Be the primary contact for external partners and represent Teck at universities, trade schools, industry and recruitment events and career fairs
• Collaborate with internal departments to ensure early talent programs are aligned with Teck’s goals and talent needs 
• Ensure data integrity by maintaining accurate recruitment records in Teck’s applicant tracking system
• Collect feedback from students, apprentices, and supervisors to gauge effectiveness of the co-op program and seek improvement 
• Support continuous improvement of Teck’s early talent programs by ideating new initiatives and resources that enhance outreach, engagement and demonstrable impact 
• Report on recruitment statistics and trends, recommend improvements to recruitment strategies based on market and program analysis 
• Support Teck Student Subsidy Program by collaborating with the CTA Coordinator to identify potential new subsidies in the jurisdictions we operate
• Plan and lead internal events such as Co-op Orientation Day and End of Term Presentation Day 

• Degree or Diploma in Human Resources, Business Administration, Arts, Communications, or equivalent experience in a related field 
• 6 years in talent acquisition, primarily for students and early career talent 
• Prior experience in early career recruitment and outreach is required including considerable experience with program development and execution
• Experience developing and implementing early talent strategies for enterprise organizations
• Experience in a corporate or mining-related environment is preferred; previous trades experience is a strong asset 
• Strong communication skills (both verbal and written), with the ability to present, engage and influence a diverse audience 
• Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities, with attention to detail and the ability to prioritize tasks effectively 
• Ability to build rapport and maintain positive relationships with both internal teams and external partners 
• Proficiency with recruitment tools and systems (e.g., ATS, CRM, MS Office suite) 
• Knowledge of post-secondary and trade education systems across North America 
• Ability to plan, coordinate, and execute events, including handling logistics, vendors, and timelines to ensure successful outcomes 
• Experience with developing or implementing early talent attraction strategy for the South American region is valuable but not required 
• Fluency in Spanish is an asset 

Why Join Us?

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At Teck, we offer more than just a job – we provide a pathway to personal and professional enrichment. With captivating projects set against stunning backdrops, a culture of inclusivity and collaboration, and boundless opportunities to learn and grow, joining us means embracing a fulfilling and dynamic career adventure.

Teck employees receive access to our total rewards program and comprehensive benefits package that promote physical, mental, financial, and emotional well-being. This includes but is not limited to:

• Annual Performance Bonus

• Profit Share Plan

• Health Spending Account

• Personal Spending Account

• Extended Health Care

• Dental and Vision Care

• Employer Paid Pension Plan

• Life Insurance and Disability Coverage

• Paid Sick Leave, Vacation and Holidays

• Virtual Telemedicine and additional support for overall well-being

• Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP)

Salary : $82,000 - $101,000