Recruiter in Toronto, ON

Recruiter Job Description

A Recruiter is responsible for identifying, attracting, and screening qualified candidates to fill open positions within an organization. This role involves managing candidate pipelines, conducting initial interviews, coordinating with hiring managers, and ensuring a smooth progression through the hiring process. The Recruiter plays a key role in building a strong talent pool and contributing to the overall staffing needs. This position demands strong communication skills, excellent organizational abilities, attention to detail, and a proactive approach to candidate engagement. Typically, 1-3 years of experience in recruitment, HR, or a related administrative role is required. A Bachelor's Degree or Diploma in Human Resources, Business, or a related field is essential. A solid understanding of Canadian fair hiring practices and basic employment laws is crucial.

Typical recruiter duties:

Manage candidate sourcing through various channels (job boards, social media, networking).

Conduct initial phone screenings to assess candidate qualifications and fit.

Coordinate interviews between candidates and hiring managers.

Maintain and update candidate information in the Applicant Tracking System (ATS).

Build and nurture talent pipelines for future hiring needs.

Assist with job posting creation and optimization.

Communicate regularly with candidates, providing updates and feedback.

Ensure all recruitment activities comply with Canadian employment equity guidelines.

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Salary for Recruiter in Toronto, ON

59712 - 82919

Low

59712

The candidate is new to the role or has limited experience and is building necessary skills.

Mid

70924

The candidate has moderate experience in the role, meets most requirements or has equivalent transferrable skills, and may also have relevant certifications.

High

82919

The candidate has extensive experience and advanced skills for the role, and may also have specialized certifications.

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Starting compensation—pay for someone new to a role—can vary significantly based on a candidate’s skills, experience and certifications, as well as other factors including industry, company size and revenue, and demand for the role. To reflect this variability, we report our salary data in three levels: low, mid and high.