Early Careers Recruiter

Early Careers Recruiter - 12 month contract Arup’s purpose, shared values and collaborative approach has set us apart for over 75 years, guiding how we shape a better world. As an Early Careers Recruiter at Arup, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our workforce by attracting, engaging, and hiring exceptional early‑career talent across our Americas Region and be actively involved in enhancing our university relations and Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) programs. This is a fixed‑term contract role scheduled to end in February 2027. This position is future‑focused, leveraging innovative sourcing strategies, technology, and inclusive practices to build a strong pipeline of graduates and interns, with a focus on our co‑op programme, who will help us deliver sustainable solutions for the built environment. Opportunity Strategic Talent Acquisition Develop and execute recruitment strategies for graduate and intern programmes aligned with Arup’s global and regional workforce plans. Partner with hiring managers and discipline leaders to forecast demand and define role requirements. Screen resumes, coordinate and conduct interviews, and manage candidate pipelines and the selection process for entry‑level and internship positions. Future‑Focused Sourcing Build proactive talent pipelines through university partnerships, diversity conference attendance, social media engagement, and participation in campus events. Utilise data‑driven insights and emerging technologies to identify and attract diverse talent. Candidate Experience Deliver an exceptional candidate journey from application through onboarding, ensuring inclusivity and transparency. Promote Arup’s purpose‑driven culture and commitment to sustainability and equity in all candidate interactions. Employer Branding Organise and represent Arup at career fairs, diversity conferences, networking events, and virtual platforms to strengthen our brand among early‑career professionals. Secure and prepare discipline representatives to take part in such events. Collaborate with marketing teams to create compelling content that resonates with Gen Z and future talent. Process Excellence Manage full‑cycle recruitment, including screening, interviewing, offer extensions, and intern conversions. Partner with People Services on onboarding/off‑boarding of early‑career hires. Ensure compliance with local employment laws and Arup’s global recruitment standards. Data & Reporting Utilise the firm’s candidate selection process workflow in our Applicant Tracking System (Taleo) to maintain accurate records and ensure compliance with Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and diversity policies/processes. Track recruitment metrics and provide insights to improve processes and outcomes. Contribute to annual planning and continuous improvement initiatives for early‑career programmes. Program Management & EDI Initiatives Plan/execute and manage all aspects of co‑op and summer intern programming. Support EDI‑related recruiting, events, and initiatives. Provide ad‑hoc project support across People team as needed. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in human resources or related field. 2+ years in recruitment, preferably with campus or early‑career programmes. Fluent in French. Familiarity with Applicant Tracking Systems and digital sourcing tools. Taleo experience a plus. Excellent skills in attracting and engaging with candidates. Must have excellent interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills. Must have the ability to manage relationships and stakeholders of all levels: senior leadership, hiring managers, college administration/faculty, and students. Ability to travel and work overtime during peak campus recruiting season. Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment. Strong proficiency in MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Preferred Qualifications A familiarity with technical roles and college/university student trends. Experience in a global or matrixed organisation and/or the A/E/C industry. What We Offer You At Arup, we care about each member’s success, so we can grow together. Guided by our values, we provide an attractive total reward package that recognises the contribution of each of our members to our shared success. As well as competitive, fair and equitable pay, we offer a career in which all of our members can belong, grow and thrive – through benefits that support health and wellbeing, a wide range of learning opportunities and many possibilities to have an impact through the work they do. We are owned in trust on behalf of our members, giving us the freedom, with personal responsibility, to set our own direction and choose work that aligns with our purpose and adds to Arup’s legacy. Our members collaborate on ambitious projects to deliver remarkable outcomes for our clients and communities. Profit Share is a key part of our reward, enabling members to share in the results of our collective efforts. Benefits at Work – at Arup, we have a comprehensive and valuable benefits program that works for our employees and their families. These are 100 % paid for by Arup except for optional life insurance. These benefits provide health and welfare security for you as well as paid time off for rest and renewal. Our Global Profit Share Plan (paid bi‑annually) provides an opportunity for you to share in the success of the Firm. As a valued employee of Arup, you can also choose to participate in our GRRSP 5 % company match to help you save for your future. Flexible Working – we believe that flexible arrangements create a more inclusive way of working that supports our diversity and the wellbeing of our people. Options for alternative schedules and the ability to work outside of the office for a portion of your work week are available. Hiring Range – the good faith base salary hiring range for this job if performed in Toronto is CA$78 000 to CA$88 000 per year. This range is commensurate with experience, educational background, and skill level. Benefits are not included in the base salary. Please note hiring ranges for candidates performing work outside of Toronto will differ. Equal Opportunity Statement Arup is an equal‑opportunity employer that actively promotes and nurtures a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of age (within legal limits), gender identity or expression, marital status, disability, neuro‑type or mental health, race or ethnicity, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and whether you’re pregnant or on family leave. We are an open environment that embraces diverse experiences, perspectives, and ideas – this drives our excellence. Guided by our values and alignment with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, we create and contribute to equitable spaces and systems, while cultivating a sense of belonging for all. Our internal employee networks support our inclusive culture: from race, ethnicity and cross‑cultural working to gender equity and LGBTQ+ and disability inclusion – we aim to create a space for you to express yourself and make a positive difference. Discover more about life at Arup at https://www.arup.com/careers/your-life-at-arup. To understand what to expect next, please visit https://www.arup.com/careers/recruitment-process/. Stay safe online – Arup will never ask for your bank details as part of our recruitment process. Recruitment Agencies – We have a Preferred Supplier List of trusted partners to assist us when required and do not acknowledge any speculative CVs or unsolicited candidate introductions from agencies not on the list. #J-18808-Ljbffr