Talent Acquisition Partner

As one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies, Eastlink takes great pride in delivering advanced technologies/services that connect its customers to the things and people that matter most. Powered by state-of-the-art fibre optic and mobile networks, we bring world-class communications and video entertainment services including high speed internet, mobile, TV, telephone, security and automation, data communications and exclusive, locally produced programming to residential, business, and public sector customers across Canada. Headquartered in Halifax, Nova Scotia, Eastlink operates with an employee base of over 1300 people who serve customers in NS, PE, NL, NB, ON, AB, BC and Bermuda.
Our People & Culture team is accountable for our overall people strategy at Eastlink. Most importantly, we are continuously evolving our approach to acquire, develop, and retain our workforce. We have several programs in in development and implementation that seek to deliver Eastlink’s strategic priorities and regulatory obligations. In addition, our team is responsible for our rewards/recognition, benefits, performance management, talent acquisition and learning and development programs to ensure a high performing culture of respect, diversity, equity, accessibility, and inclusion.
To support these initiatives, our Talent Acquisition Partners (TAP) work with leaders from the business to define needs, provide input to recruitment strategies and provide the highest level of recruitment services to Leaders and employees. As a trusted advisor, our TAP’s provide coaching and counsel to leaders on HR solutions that contribute to the goals of the business unit. They support a high performing and engage working environment. Building strong links between recruitment and business strategy, our TAPs act as advisors to department leaders in developing talent acquisition strategy that support the unique needs of the organization.
Our new team member will provide these services to our Field Operations, Supply Chain & Procurement, Customer Care and Retail channels. This is how you can make an impact:

- Providing an agency like recruitment service which includes intake meetings, preparing recruitment strategy, regular communication of updates and ensuring an ethical process is followed;
- Coaching leaders though the recruitment and selection process;
- Meeting with key stakeholders including leaders, to understand the business needs, core competencies and skills required to be successful in the vacant role;
- As a trusted coach/advisor, proactively identify issues and solutions;
- Developing and managing talent pipelines though the use of recruitment tools, networking in the community at job fair events, networking with stakeholders at education institutions and with community partners\;
- Partnering with our People & Culture team members to support initiatives with a variety of programs in the areas of Talent Acquisition, Talent Enablement, Employee Experience, Compensation, Benefits, and HR Analytics.

**What We Are Looking For**:

- Post-secondary education in Commerce or Business Administration with a preference for a focus in human resources or related courses
- 2+ years of experience providing a professional standard of recruitment service
- Experience with talent sourcing (Recruitment agency experience is considered an asset)
- Adept at building client/stakeholder relationships
- Resourceful tendencies along with attention to detail

What You Can Expect By Joining The Team
- Our people make the difference
- We understand the importance of balance and flexibility and offer a hybrid work environment with a minimum of 3 days per week in the office and the remainder of the time from a home office
- Supportive leadership who truly cares about your employee experience and career with us
- We value your growth and development throughout your career
- Competitive Total Rewards offerings
- Group Health benefits for you and your family
- Access to employee and family assistance program and resources
- Amazing Fitness discounts for you and a family members
- Perks including Eastlink employee discounts on services, car rentals, hotel stays and much more
- Access to 1000+ of courses through our Eastlink Learning portal
- Community is at the heart of everything we do

Why Choose Eastlink?
Eastlink operates in a culture of continuous improvement through listening, learning and adapting, which enables us to respond quickly to the evolving needs of both employees and customers. We recognize that our truly greatest competitive edge is our people and that delivering a great customer experience begins with a great employee experience. Our philosophy of developing and training our team “on the ground” not only helps to create a strong onboarding experience but also readies employees for future growth opportunities within the organization.
Get your career started with us and stay with us, your journey begins here