Head of Talent Acquisition

3 weeks ago


Vancouver, Canada Humans of HR Full time

Humans of HR – Vancouver, British Columbia

Humans of HR is an upcoming boutique recruitment agency in Vancouver and is very quickly becoming the go-to agency for hiring and placement of skilled HR Professionals. Combined with our vast network and extraordinary customer-centric approach, we are the obvious choice in helping you find your next home.

A prestigious organization within the Professional Services is seeking a highly motivated and accomplished individual to join their team as a Leader for their Talent Acquisition Team. As part of our institution, you will play a pivotal role in cultivating an extraordinary workplace atmosphere, ensuring the retention of exceptional talent, and revolutionizing our recruitment strategies. Reporting directly to the Vice President, People & Culture, you will lead and revolutionize our recruitment program to achieve continuous success. In this extraordinary role, you will collaborate with a diverse range of stakeholders, oversee a team of talented recruiters and talent acquisition specialists, and contribute to the overall recruitment endeavours of this renowned institution.

Responsibilities

As the leader for the TA team, you will spearhead the following key responsibilities, among other related tasks, to advance our institution's business objectives:

  • Unleash your strategic prowess by devising and executing transformative workforce planning initiatives to propel the institution's growth and objectives.
  • Collaborate closely with senior management to design recruitment strategies that perfectly align with the institution's overarching goals.
  • Showcase your ingenuity by crafting and executing innovative recruitment tactics that allure top-tier candidates to meet our projected growth.
  • Drive the institution's talent acquisition and engagement model, expertly aligned with our esteemed objectives.
  • Uphold exceptional standards of talent acquisition practices, fostering community outreach and EDI partnerships that uphold our values.
  • Lead, mentor, and guide the recruitment team towards unparalleled excellence throughout the entire hiring process.
  • Harness your visionary insights in workforce planning to foresee and prioritize future talent requirements for seamless recruitment efforts.
  • Exhibit your prowess in sourcing strategies, ensuring the attraction of exceptional candidates while staying attuned to market trends and competition.
  • Foster fruitful relationships with external recruitment agencies, job boards, and other talent sources, expanding our network of exceptional talent.
  • Collaborate closely with hiring managers, understanding their unique needs, and formulating highly effective recruitment strategies.
  • Act as a knowledgeable subject matter expert in cutting-edge recruitment tools and technology.
  • Stay ahead of the curve by diligently monitoring the local labor market, ensuring our compensation practices remain enticing and competitive.
  • Streamline and optimize recruitment channels to unlock new levels of efficiency and effectiveness.
  • Elevate our strategic hiring procedures, ensuring seamless and impactful recruitment endeavors.
  • Champion diversity sourcing strategies, embracing inclusivity, and shaping a diverse workforce that enriches our institution's fabric.
  • Lead captivating employer branding initiatives, positioning our institution as the most sought-after employer of choice.
  • Cultivate strong and enduring relationships with internal stakeholders, empowering them with recruitment best practices and guidance.
  • Cultivate the recruitment team's skills and capabilities, creating a powerhouse of talent acquisition experts and a constant pipeline of top-tier candidates.
  • Oversee the recruitment budget with prudence and precision, ensuring compliance with defined standards.
  • Masterfully assess recruitment metrics, leveraging data-driven insights to enhance visibility, reduce cycle time, and optimize hiring costs.
  • Present regular updates and comprehensive reports to senior management, showcasing the remarkable outcomes of our recruitment activities.

Requirements

To excel in this role, you must embody the following qualities and experiences:

  • A proven track record in driving scalable programs and leading continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Must have 4-6 years of direct leadership experience in complex organizations.
  • A keen commercial mindset and exemplary business acumen, elevating our recruitment services and delivery to new heights.
  • Exceptional negotiation and closing skills, particularly in managing complex hiring processes to successful completion.
  • Resilience and the ability to thrive under pressure, ensuring our talent acquisition remains outstanding at all times.
  • Excellent interviewing techniques, capturing the essence of top talent during the selection process.
  • Remarkable relationship-building abilities across all levels, with the talent to influence senior leaders and establish sustainable business partnerships.
  • A self-directed, detail-oriented, and organized approach to work, showcasing independence and excellence.
  • Proficiency in written English, characterized by precision and an unwavering commitment to accuracy.
  • A quick learner with an innate ability to adopt and leverage new technology practices.
  • An analytical mindset, employing data-driven insights to optimize our recruitment processes and outcomes.

Education and Experience:

  • A Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
  • A distinguished track record in recruitment, including leadership or managerial roles that underscore your expertise.
  • A profound knowledge of recruitment best practices, sourcing strategies, and the latest recruitment technology.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a knack for building lasting connections across all levels of an organization.
  • An analytical mindset, adept at leveraging recruitment data to inform process enhancement.
  • Familiarity with BC employment standards and legislation, ensuring compliant and fair recruitment practices.
  • CPHR certification is preferred but not required, reflecting your dedication to professional excellence.
  • Proficiency with Human Resource Information Systems (HRIS), enabling seamless management of talent acquisition.

Embark on a transformative journey with us, shaping a dynamic and flourishing academic community. If you seek to drive success by attracting exceptional talent, apply now for the prestigious role of Senior Manager, Talent Acquisition. Join our passionate team as we strive for excellence and brilliance in all our endeavors.

On offer is a very attractive salary and benefits. 120-140 K base plus bonus plus benefits.

At Humans of HR, we support the development and growth of our candidates to reach their full potential. If you are thinking about your next career move and the above role is just the right fit, please send us your resume along with a cover letter in confidence and one of our consultants will be in touch for a confidential discussion.

#J-18808-Ljbffr

  • Greater Vancouver, Canada Humans of HR Full time

    Humans of HR is an upcoming boutique recruitment agency in Vancouver and is very quickly becoming the go-to agency for hiring and placement of skilled HR Professionals. Combined with our vast network and extraordinary customer-centric approach, we are the obvious choice in helping you find your next home.A prestigious organization within the Professional...


  • Greater Vancouver, Canada Humans of HR Full time

    Humans of HR is an upcoming boutique recruitment agency in Vancouver and is very quickly becoming the go-to agency for hiring and placement of skilled HR Professionals. Combined with our vast network and extraordinary customer-centric approach, we are the obvious choice in helping you find your next home. A prestigious organization within the Professional...


  • Greater Vancouver, Canada Humans of HR Full time

    Humans of HR is an upcoming boutique recruitment agency in Vancouver and is very quickly becoming the go-to agency for hiring and placement of skilled HR Professionals. Combined with our vast network and extraordinary customer-centric approach, we are the obvious choice in helping you find your next home.A prestigious organization within the Professional...


  • Greater Vancouver, British Columbia, British Columbia, Canada Humans of HR Full time

    Humans of HR is an upcoming boutique recruitment agency in Vancouver and is very quickly becoming the go-to agency for hiring and placement of skilled HR Professionals. Combined with our vast network and extraordinary customer-centric approach, we are the obvious choice in helping you find your next home.A prestigious organization within the Professional...


  • Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada Cielo Talent Full time

    Job Description:We are seeking a seasoned Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist to join our team at Cielo Talent in Canada.About the Role:The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of success in talent acquisition, with a minimum of five years of experience working in an in-house, RPO or agency setting. They will be responsible for sourcing top...


  • Vancouver, Canada Business Development Bank of Canada Full time

    We are banking at another level. Choosing BDC as your employer means working in a healthy, inclusive, and skilled workplace that puts forward the best conditions to bring together unique teams where employees are empowered to act. It also means being at the centre of ambitious economic and financial projects to see further and to do things differently, to...


  • Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada Breakthrough Academy Full time

    Breakthrough Academy is seeking a seasoned Talent Acquisition Specialist to spearhead our recruitment efforts. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for defining and implementing recruitment strategies that attract top talent.We are looking for someone who excels in sourcing, attracting, and selecting high-quality candidates. Your expertise in...


  • Metro Vancouver Regional District, Canada Humans of HR Full time

    At Humans of HR, we are on a mission to revolutionize the recruitment landscape in Vancouver. As a leading boutique agency, we have earned our reputation as the go-to partner for hiring and placement of skilled HR Professionals.We are seeking a highly accomplished Senior Manager, Talent Acquisition to join our team and lead our recruitment endeavors....


  • Vancouver, Canada Humans of HR Full time

    p>Humans of HR – Vancouver, British ColumbiaHumans of HR is an upcoming boutique recruitment agency in Vancouver and is very quickly becoming the go-to agency for hiring and placement of skilled HR Professionals. Combined with our vast network and extraordinary customer-centric approach, we are the obvious choice in helping you find your next home.A...


  • Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada Humans of HR Full time

    About Us\Helpers of HR is a boutique recruitment agency in Vancouver, British Columbia. Our mission is to become the go-to agency for hiring and placement of skilled HR Professionals.\\\Job Overview\\/ Humans of HR is seeking a highly motivated and accomplished Strategic Talent Acquisition Director to join their team as a Leader for their Talent Acquisition...


  • Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada Fandine Technology Ltd. Full time

    About Fandine Technology Ltd.We are a cutting-edge technology company seeking an experienced Talent Acquisition Specialist to join our team. As a key member of our recruitment team, you will be responsible for identifying and attracting top talent to drive business growth and success.Job SummaryThis is a permanent full-time position offering 30-40 hours per...


  • Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada Breakthrough Academy Full time

    Role OverviewWe are seeking a highly skilled Talent Acquisition Specialist to join our team at Breakthrough Academy.In this role, you will be responsible for developing and implementing comprehensive recruitment strategies to attract top talent for various positions within the organization. You will work closely with hiring managers to understand their needs...


  • Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada Breakthrough Academy Full time

    About Breakthrough AcademyWe are a dynamic company specializing in helping innovative entrepreneurs grow their businesses by implementing excellent operational systems. Our proprietary training program brings systemization to companies' operations, develops core business skills, and holds accountability to goals.With a strong track record of growth over the...


  • Vancouver, Canada VoPay International Inc. Full time

    **About VoPay International Inc.** VoPay is a leader in payment innovation, digitizing direct bank payments with speed and transparency. The VoPay Platform enhances how businesses initiate and accept financial transactions using a single, open API. At VoPay, we have one goal: to eliminate all payment inefficiencies, so businesses can focus on what they do...


  • Vancouver, Canada WCG Services Full time

    **Who we’re looking for**: **Talent Acquisition Manager** **Location**:Work from home in Canada **What you’ll do**: **Recruitment & Strategy Development** - Collaborate with WCG hiring managers to understand both short - and long-term staffing needs - Develop and implement innovative recruitment strategies to attract top talent - Create and maintain...


  • Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada XPRTAS Talent Acquisition Full time

    Job OverviewXprtas Talent Acquisition is seeking an experienced Packaging Sales and Business Development expert to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for driving new business sales and growth within the assigned territory.


  • Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada Breakthrough Academy Full time

    Breakthrough Academy is a company that specializes in helping entrepreneurs grow their businesses by implementing operational systems. We believe in the potential of entrepreneurship and help our Members break through barriers.The role involves defining recruitment strategies, overseeing the full-cycle recruitment process, and collaborating with teams to...


  • Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada AlgaeCal Full time

    Job DescriptionJob Title: Talent Acquisition SpecialistAbout the JobWe are looking for a highly skilled and experienced Talent Acquisition Specialist to join our team at AlgaeCal. As a Talent Acquisition Specialist, you will be responsible for identifying, attracting, and hiring top talent to support our business needs.Key ResponsibilitiesFull Cycle...


  • Vancouver, Canada QuadReal Full time

    **About QuadReal Property Group** QuadReal Property Group is a global real estate investment, operating and development company headquartered in Vancouver, British Columbia. Its assets under management total $73.8 billion. From its foundation in Canada as a full-service real estate operating company, QuadReal has expanded its capabilities to invest in...


  • Vancouver, Canada Colliers Full time

    Make your next move an expert one. At Colliers it’s not our success that sets us apart, it’s how we achieve it. Our people are passionate, take ownership and always do what’s right for our clients, people and communities. Why Colliers? Our enterprising environment needs your expertise to facilitate Colliers’ continued growth as an industry leader....