Job Description

Given the size and scope of our organization, we have the flexibility for this position to be located in the following head office locations: Montreal, Toronto, London, Winnipeg.

We are looking for a Bilingual Talent Acquisition Specialist

The Bilingual Talent Acquisition Specialist will work with hiring managers and HR colleagues to provide recruitment advice and services to various lines-of-business and corporate functions, specializing in high-volume roles, including sourcing, assessing and selecting talent that fit role and culture requirements.

What you will do

• Work with HR Business Partners, HR Advisors, and hiring managers to source, assess and select talent for requisitions in the organization, specializing in high-volume roles; in alignment with the company\xe2\x80\x99s business needs and diversity practices.
• Work collaboratively with hiring managers to understand their recruitment needs, and continuously refine recruitment activities to reflect these needs.
• Tap into available pipelines of talent to source external talent; all in alignment with established recruitment strategies.
• Source candidates through social networks, recruitment portals and other tools.
• Work with hiring managers as a trusted advisor, educating them on the recruitment process, interview techniques and selection criteria, and managing the flow and quality and candidates.
• Conducts effective, bias free, assessment and interviewing techniques; communicates with candidates effortlessly about the requirements and responsibilities of roles.

What you will bring

• A minimum of 3 to 5 years of experience as an HR professional.
• Bachelor degree in Human resources or a related field.
• Fluency in French and in English is required.
• Strong writing skills in French and in English.
• Experience in SuccessFactors preferred
• Experience with LinkedIn Recruiter, strong asset.
• Demonstrated interpersonal and communication skills to effectively deal with multiple stakeholders.
• Ability to multi-task with strong organizational, planning and time management skills.
• Excellent data analysis skills with a well-developed ability to think analytically and present various analyses in a useful and understandable format.
• Ability to communicate and present findings in a succinct and professional manner.
• Strong work ethic, a high respect for confidentiality and sound professional judgment and initiative.
• Strong accountability and responsibility to meet aggressive deadlines.

The Talent Acquisition Specialist will demonstrate strength in the following capabilities:

• Trusted Advisor
• Technologically Proficient
• Talent Developer
• Innovative
• Execute for Results
• Critical Thinker
• Strategic Partner

Be your best at Canada Life- Apply today!

Being a part of Canada Life means you have a voice. This is a place where your unique background, perspectives and talents are valued, and shape our future success.

You can be your best here. You\xe2\x80\x99re part of a diverse and inclusive workplace where your career and well-being are championed. You\xe2\x80\x99ll have the opportunity to excel in your way, finding new and better ways to deliver exceptional customer and advisor experiences.

Together, as part of a great team, you\xe2\x80\x99ll deliver on our shared purpose to improve the well-being of Canadians. It\xe2\x80\x99s our driving force. Become part of a strong and successful company that\xe2\x80\x99s trusted by millions of Canadians to do the right thing.

Canada Life serves the financial security needs of more than 13 million people across Canada, with additional operations in Europe and the United States. As members of the Power Financial Corporation group of companies, we\xe2\x80\x99re one of Canada\xe2\x80\x99s leading insurers with interests in life insurance, health insurance, investment and retirement savings. We offer a broad portfolio of financial and benefit plan solutions for individuals, families, businesses and organizations.

We are committed to providing an inclusive, accessible environment, where all employees and customers feel valued, respected and supported. We are dedicated to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we live, and to creating an environment where every employee has the opportunity to reach their potential.

It is our priority to remove barriers to provide equal access to employment. A Human Resources representative will work with applicants who request a reasonable accommodation during the application process. All information shared during the accommodation request process will be stored and used in a manner that is consistent with applicable laws and Canada Life policies. To request a reasonable accommodation in the application process, contact talentacquisitioncanada@canadalife.com.

Canada Life would like to thank all applicants, however only those who qualify for an interview will be contacted.

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