<p>We are looking for an experienced Talent Acquisition Lead to lead and refine recruitment strategies within our organization. This role will focus on creating and executing innovative approaches to attract a diverse pool of candidates while ensuring operational excellence in hiring processes. Based in Markham, Ontario, the successful candidate will play a pivotal role in shaping our talent acquisition framework to meet both immediate and long-term staffing needs.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Develop and implement strategic talent acquisition plans that align with organizational goals and values.</p><p>• Lead and mentor a recruitment team, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality hires across all departments.</p><p>• Build partnerships with industry networks, associations, and diversity-focused organizations to expand candidate pipelines.</p><p>• Optimize recruitment processes using data-driven methods to improve sourcing, evaluation, and onboarding outcomes.</p><p>• Track and analyze recruitment metrics, including time-to-fill, quality-of-hires, and retention rates, identifying areas for improvement.</p><p>• Design tailored hiring strategies for hard-to-fill positions, collaborating with external recruitment firms when necessary.</p><p>• Promote the organization's employer brand and value proposition to attract top-tier talent.</p><p>• Participate in workforce planning and talent management reviews to forecast future hiring needs.</p><p>• Develop innovative sourcing strategies utilizing digital platforms, social media, and academic partnerships.</p><p>• Ensure operational efficiency and adherence to best practices in all recruitment activities.</p>