TLC - Talent Acquisition Specialist

Haventree Bank is a private Canadian Schedule 1 bank specializing in alternative mortgage programs and insured GIC deposits. We help hardworking Canadians from coast-to-coast achieve homeownership by offering flexible mortgage solutions. Our insured GIC deposits offer competitive rates and are available through a variety of wealth management platforms.

Position Summary:

Reporting to the Manager, Talent & Culture, the Talent Acquisition Specialist will be responsible for sourcing, selecting, and hiring quality candidates for Haventree Bank. The ideal candidate will have a passion for finding talent using various channels and is involved in building a robust talent pipeline. This role also supports the Talent & Culture team as needed. 

Major Duties & Responsibilities:

• Lead full cycle recruitment for Haventree Bank which includes sourcing, screening, and interviewing.
• Partner with hiring managers to identify recruitment needs, create talent profiles and develop a talent acquisition plan to attract top talent and fill vacancies.
• Coach hiring managers on standard recruitment processes and interview best practices.
• Identify gaps by assessing current processes and making recommendations for continuous improvements based on industry trends.
• Develop recruiting strategies and establish metrics to measure KPIs, provide insights into trends and ensure a positive candidate experience.
• Establish relationships with external partners including job boards, associations, and local communities to broaden & diversify our talent pool.
• Lead talent acquisition initiatives and projects.

Qualifications & Experience:

Degrees, Diplomas & Certifications:

• A bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business or a related field is required.

Years and Range of Experience Required to Perform the Job:

• The position requires at least 3-5 years recruitment experience, preferably with financial industry and information technology recruitment experience.
• Experience working with an Applicant Tracking System (ATS) preferably Ceridian Dayforce.
• Proficient in MS Office and shows an ability to pick up software easily: Ceridian Dayforce, Microsoft SharePoint, Office 365 etc.
• Ability to build connections with candidates, build strong relationships with hiring managers and ability to interact with individuals at all levels of the organization.
• Experience working in HR is an asset.
• Bilingual (English/French) with strong French language skills (both written and verbal) is an asset.