Talent Acquisition Specialist in Ottawa, ON

Talent Acquisition Specialist Job Description

A Talent Acquisition Specialist is responsible for executing full-cycle recruitment to attract and hire qualified candidates. This role involves sourcing, screening, interviewing, and facilitating the hiring process, ensuring a seamless experience for both candidates and hiring managers. The Specialist actively builds talent pipelines, develops compelling job postings, and leverages various recruitment channels. This position demands strong communication, excellent organizational skills, meticulous attention to detail, and a proactive approach to finding talent. Typically, 2-5 years of progressive recruitment experience, either in-house or agency, is required. A Bachelor's Degree or Diploma in Human Resources, Business, or a related field is essential, with relevant certifications (e.g., RPR) beneficial. A strong understanding of Canadian employment laws and fair hiring practices is crucial.

Typical talent acquisition specialist duties:

Manage the end-to-end recruitment process for assigned requisitions.

Develop and execute sourcing strategies to identify top talent.

Conduct initial candidate screenings and interviews.

Partner with hiring managers to understand needs and provide recruitment expertise.

Administer applicant tracking systems (ATS) and maintain accurate candidate records.

Facilitate offer management and pre-employment checks.

Provide a positive candidate experience throughout the recruitment journey.

Ensure all hiring practices comply with Canadian employment equity and privacy legislation.

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Salary for Talent Acquisition Specialist in Ottawa, ON

71858 - 89194

Low

71858

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

Mid

78139

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

High

89194

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

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