Talent Acquisition Specialist

About the Role

Space Ops is actively expanding and seeks a motivated Talent Acquisition Specialist to join the Human Resources team onsite in Hamilton, Ontario. This role offers the chance to lead end-to-end recruitment processes for both technical and non-technical positions within a fast-growing environment, collaborating closely with hiring managers and company leaders to support workforce growth and create an engaging candidate experience from initial contact through onboarding.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee complete recruitment cycles including role definition, candidate sourcing, interviewing, and offer management through onboarding.
• Work alongside hiring managers to grasp hiring demands, team dynamics, role specifics, and necessary skills.
• Identify, evaluate, and interview candidates for various technical and non-technical roles, performing competency-based assessments where relevant.
• Arrange interviews and ensure a smooth, positive experience for all candidates.
• Carry out thorough reference and background checks.
• Develop and nurture partnerships with educational institutions to facilitate campus hiring, internships, and early career recruitment.
• Represent Space Ops at recruiting events such as career fairs and networking sessions.
• Maintain recruitment databases, applicant tracking systems, and prepare reports with hiring metrics and updates for leadership.
• Coordinate onboarding processes to guarantee a seamless new hire integration.
• Contribute to other HR and employee-related projects as needed.

Qualifications and Skills

• At least three years' experience in talent acquisition or recruitment, ideally within technology-driven or rapidly growing environments.
• Demonstrated ability to manage high-volume recruitment across different functions.
• Experience recruiting for technical roles with knowledge of software development lifecycle, cloud systems, infrastructure, and product development.
• Conducting technical and competency evaluations of candidates.
• Proficiency with Applicant Tracking Systems and recruitment software platforms.
• Experience with campus hiring and university collaborations is a plus.
• Strong communication, organizational, stakeholder management, and relationship-building skills.
• Attention to detail and effectiveness in handling multiple priorities.
• Ability to work autonomously with professionalism and high confidentiality.

Why Choose Space Ops?

Space Ops values its workforce as its primary asset and is devoted to fostering a supportive workplace that encourages professional growth, well-being, and work-life balance. The compensation package ranges from $65,000 to $75,000 annually, plus bonuses.

• Comprehensive health and dental coverage.
• Employee Assistance Program for support.
• Life and long-term disability insurance.
• Wellness allowance through a Healthy Living Account.
• Performance-based annual bonuses.
• Discounts on gym memberships and via a corporate perks program.
• Regular social and team-building activities including Friday lunches.
• Access to an onsite fitness facility.
• Opportunities for professional development and continuous learning.
• Supportive leadership and a culture promoting collaboration, innovation, and accountability.