Talent Acquisition Specialist

Talent Acquisition Specialist

Mississauga, ON - Hybrid

$60,000 - $68,000 annually

About Us

STRIVE is a specialist recruitment firm offering proactive recruitment solutions in the areas of Accounting & Finance, Corporate Administration, Manufacturing Operations, and Technology. STRIVE supports various clients from small to medium-sized enterprises to Fortune 500 organizations for their permanent, contract, and temporary recruitment needs.

The Role

Our client, a leading organization within the construction and industrial services industry, is seeking a driven and relationship-focused Talent Acquisition Specialist to join their growing HR team in Mississauga. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who thrives in high-volume recruitment, enjoys building strong partnerships with hiring managers, and wants to make a direct impact on business growth through talent acquisition.

This role is ideal for a recruiter who can confidently manage full-cycle recruitment, proactively source top talent, and create a seamless candidate experience from first contact through to offer stage.

Advantages

• Salary: $60,000 – $68,000 annually
• Bonus: Targeted 10% annual bonus based on personal and company performance
• Vacation: 3 weeks vacation + 5 sick days + birthday off
• Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package
• RRSP: Employer RRSP matching
• Additional Perks: Car allowance and other employee perks
• Schedule: Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
• Growth: Strong long-term opportunity within a stable and growing organization

Responsibilities

Full-Cycle Recruitment

• Manage end-to-end recruitment processes including job description creation, job postings, candidate screening, interviews, reference checks, and offer preparation
• Coordinate and facilitate interviews with hiring managers and internal teams to ensure an efficient hiring process
• Deliver a positive and professional candidate experience through timely communication and ongoing support

Talent Sourcing & Pipeline Development

• Develop and execute strategic sourcing plans to attract qualified candidates across multiple channels including job boards, social media, networking events, referrals, campus recruitment, and job fairs
• Build and maintain strong talent pipelines for both immediate and future hiring needs
• Proactively source passive candidates and create long-term talent relationships

Hiring Manager Partnership

• Build strong relationships with hiring managers to understand hiring needs and support workforce planning initiatives
• Provide recruitment guidance and market insight to leaders throughout the hiring process
• Partner closely with internal stakeholders to ensure alignment and successful hiring outcomes

Reporting & Recruitment Operations

• Track recruitment metrics and hiring activity to identify trends and areas for improvement
• Maintain accurate records within the ATS and ensure recruitment processes remain organized and compliant
• Support ongoing HR and talent initiatives as needed

Requirements

• Minimum 2+ years of experience in high-volume, full-cycle recruitment (must-have)
• Post-secondary diploma or degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field (must-have)
• Experience working within construction, industrial, or similar fast-paced operational environments is strongly preferred
• Experience using Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS), preferably Workday (nice-to-have)
• Strong relationship-building skills with the ability to work across multiple departments and leadership levels
• Excellent time management and organizational skills with strong attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple open roles and shifting priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• High level of professionalism, discretion, and integrity when handling confidential information
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Bilingual in French/English is considered a strong asset (nice-to-have)

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