Talent Acquisition Recruiter | Recruteur En Acquisition De Talents

Overview

This opportunity is offered through a partner company that oversees all applications and subsequent processes. They seek a Talent Acquisition Recruiter based in Canada to help shape talent acquisition strategies in a dynamic, innovation-driven technology setting.

The role involves managing comprehensive recruitment cycles for specialized technical and creative roles spanning AI, data science, systems engineering, and interactive entertainment fields. Serving as a strategic talent advisor, the recruiter will collaborate intimately with business leaders and HR to develop strong candidate pipelines attracting top-tier professionals.

Responsibilities

• Handle end-to-end recruitment operations including sourcing, candidate engagement, interviews, offers, and onboarding assistance.
• Source candidates for niche functions such as AI/Machine Learning, data and systems roles, game development including programming, art, design, animation, production, and quality assurance.
• Partner with hiring managers and HR to translate organizational requirements into effective hiring strategies and talent pipelines.
• Provide insights on talent availability, compensation trends, competitive landscapes, and sourcing tactics across Canada and the U.S.
• Formulate proactive sourcing strategies for attracting difficult-to-find, highly skilled candidates.
• Assess technical and creative applicants by evaluating engineering competencies, portfolios, demos, and other field-specific markers.
• Ensure exemplary candidate experiences with clear communication and meaningful engagement throughout the recruitment process.
• Support recruitment branding, community outreach, events, and employer visibility enhancement initiatives.
• Leverage recruitment analytics and performance metrics to refine hiring decisions and recruitment processes.
• Identify and recommend improvements for recruitment tools and workflows to support scalable talent acquisition functions.
• Collaborate with team members to share best practices and promote ongoing improvements.
• Operate in a bilingual English/French recruiting environment, adhering to market expectations particularly in Quebec.

Requirements

• Minimum of 7 years’ experience managing full-cycle recruitment, especially in technical and game development roles.
• Demonstrable expertise recruiting across AI/ML, systems, data, software development, game programming, animation, creative production, and quality assurance domains.
• Previous experience in gaming, interactive entertainment, tech, or related industries.
• In-depth knowledge of Montreal and U.S. talent markets including sourcing methods, compensation standards, and competitive hiring environments.
• Proven success in designing and executing strategic recruitment plans alongside senior stakeholders.
• Advanced sourcing capabilities targeting specialized, high-demand talent pools.
• Proficiency utilizing data, analytics, and market intelligence to guide recruitment strategies and outcomes.
• Strong interpersonal, consulting, and stakeholder relationship management skills.
• Participation in wide talent acquisition projects, employer branding efforts, or recruitment process enhancements.
• Bilingual fluency with English mandatory and French highly desirable.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional background.
• Familiarity with recruitment platforms such as SmartRecruiters, CRM, sourcing tools, and Microsoft Office.
• Ability to work onsite in a Montreal office approximately 1-2 days per week.
• Familiarity with Montreal’s gaming and tech ecosystem including studios, creative communities, and emerging tech hubs.
• Strong enthusiasm for gaming, interactive media, and cutting-edge technologies.
• Analytical aptitude using recruitment data to inform performance assessments.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with ownership, flexibility, and adaptability in evolving environments.
• Team-oriented and solutions-focused with capacity to influence across organizational levels.

Benefits

• Join a globally reputed media, entertainment, and technology organization fostering innovation.
• Hybrid work schedule promoting onsite collaboration while offering flexibility.
• Engagement with diverse technical and creative hiring initiatives across multiple disciplines.
• Opportunity to impact talent acquisition strategy, recruitment workflows, and employer branding.
• Inclusive, innovative company culture emphasizing collaboration and continuous improvement.
• Access to professional development and meaningful project contributions.
• Competitive salary and employee benefits including health and wellness programs.
• Interaction with seasoned professionals across Canadian and international markets.

Additional Information

This recruitment is managed via an AI-driven matching system that swiftly and impartially evaluates candidates based on core criteria. The shortlisted candidates are forwarded directly to the hiring firm for their final decisions and subsequent steps.

Applicants’ data will be processed by the recruiting platform under legitimate interest and applicable data protection laws, including GDPR compliance. AI tools may facilitate review and analysis during the recruitment process, but final hiring resolutions remain in human hands.