Talent Acquisition Specialist

About the Role

We are seeking a dedicated Talent Acquisition Specialist to join a reputable Western Canadian organization in the wholesale distribution and manufacturing sector. This full-time position is based in our downtown Edmonton office. Our client prides itself on a people-first culture, commitment to excellence, and a focus on sustainable success through thoughtful hiring and meaningful connections.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with hiring managers to understand recruitment needs and design effective hiring strategies.
• Create and advertise job postings across various platforms and sourcing channels.
• Identify, screen, and evaluate candidates via phone, virtual, and behavioral interviews.
• Maintain and develop talent pipelines for present and future staffing needs.
• Organize interviews, gather and relay candidate feedback, and assist in making hiring decisions.
• Handle offer preparation, conduct reference checks, and support onboarding processes.
• Monitor recruitment performance metrics and ensure accurate maintenance of candidate and job requisition data.

Candidate Profile

• Minimum five years of experience in full-cycle recruitment or talent acquisition.
• Post-secondary education in Human Resources, Business, or related disciplines is an advantage.
• Proficiency in sourcing candidates through diverse methods such as headhunting, job boards, referrals, and networking.
• Strong organizational capabilities to manage several hiring requisitions at once.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite including Teams; knowledge of UKG software is beneficial.
• Preferred experience recruiting within construction, architectural, interior design, woodworking, manufacturing, or distribution industries.
• Passionate about talent acquisition and developing effective teams.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication abilities with candidates, hiring managers, and leadership.
• High emotional intelligence and sound judgment for evaluating candidate suitability and long-term potential.
• Confidence in influencing hiring decisions and serving as a trusted recruitment advisor to leadership.
• A proactive and resilient work ethic focused on results-driven sourcing and engagement of top talent.

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Three weeks of paid vacation annually.
• Health Spending Account and Personal Spending Account.
• Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) matching program.
• Employee and Family Assistance Program.
• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.

Additional Information

Candidates must have legal authorization to work in Canada. Only individuals advancing in the recruitment process will be contacted.