Talent Acquisition Partner

Company: Number of Openings: 1 Worker Type: Permanent Position Overview: Join Finning and play a critical role in attracting top talent to support our long-term business success. This position offers: • A strategic advisory role focused on partnering with business leaders to deeply understand staffing needs. • Opportunities to design and execute effective sourcing strategies while managing full‑cycle recruitment. • A chance to deliver an exceptional candidate experience and support organizational growth. As a Talent Acquisition Partner, you'll lead recruitment initiatives, develop proactive sourcing pipelines, and serve as a trusted advisor to leaders. If you are collaborative, data‑driven, and passionate about connecting great people with great opportunities, this is an opportunity for you Job Description: Develop and execute strategic sourcing plans using job boards, social media, networking, referrals, and proactive search efforts. Build and maintain a strong candidate pipeline for current and future vacancies through continuous sourcing and market engagement. Conduct candidate screening and interviews to assess qualifications, experience, and cultural alignment. Manage the full‑cycle recruitment process from job posting to offer negotiation and onboarding. Partner with hiring managers to understand staffing needs, provide recruitment guidance, and support workforce planning. Ensure all recruitment practices comply with employment legislation, internal policies, and collective agreement requirements. Collaborate with Labour Relations, Compensation, Benefits, HR, and other SMEs to provide integrated and informed support. Strengthen Finning's employer brand by developing compelling job postings, participating in recruitment events, and leveraging marketing and communications channels. Day-to-Day Activities: Conduct phone screens, schedule interviews, and manage candidate communications. Update and maintain accurate records in the Applicant Tracking System (ATS). Analyze recruitment data to track progress, forecast hiring needs, and support strategic decision‑making. Partner with hiring managers daily on candidate updates, interview results, and next steps. Participate in job fairs, campus engagements, or industry events to promote Finning as an employer of choice. Requirements: Post‑secondary education in Human Resources, Labour Relations, Business Administration, or a related field. 5+ years of progressive talent acquisition experience in a consultative advisor capacity. Proven experience managing full‑cycle recruitment, including sourcing, interviewing, and onboarding. Proficiency with ATS platforms and HRIS systems (Workday is an asset). Strong communication, relationship‑building, and negotiation skills. High attention to detail with strong organizational and time‑management skills. Understanding of labour laws, employment standards, and collective agreements. Knowledge of recruitment analytics, employer branding, and diversity and inclusion best practices. Experience working in a unionized heavy industrial environment is preferred. HR designation (CPHR) or progress toward completion is considered an asset. Important: This position is based out of Edmonton or Calgary locations. Permanent, full-time role. Monday – Friday, 5x2 schedule. If you're ready to make an impact by driving recruitment excellence and partnering with leaders across the business, apply today At Finning, we prioritize creating a diverse and inclusive environment. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we actively encourage all individuals to express themselves and achieve their full potential. As a company, we continuously strive to enhance our outreach to individuals of all backgrounds and identities. We do not discriminate against applicants based on gender identity, race, national and ethnic origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, marital and family status, and/or mental or physical disabilities. Furthermore, Finning is committed to collaborating with and providing reasonable accommodations /adjustments to individuals with disabilities. If you require an adjustment/accommodation at any point during the recruitment process, please inform your recruiter.