Job Description

At Stikeman Elliott, we see recruitment as a way to bring great people together to accomplish their goals and grow their careers. We\xe2\x80\x99re looking for someone who has an eye for spotting great talent, has a knack for relationship-building and is passionate about talent acquisition! If this sounds like you, we\xe2\x80\x99d love to hear from you!

Stikeman Elliott is one of the most distinguished and respected corporate law firms in Canada. Voted one of the Best Employers in Canada for the past 13 years, and winner of the Venngo Award of Excellence for Financial, Physical & Mental Wellness at the 2019 Canadian HR Awards, Stikeman Elliott is a great to grow your career! Our Toronto office is located in the heart of the financial district, with prime access to public transit. We also support some hybrid work for this position.

Reporting to our Human Resources Manager, the Talent Acquisition Specialist will be responsible for handling all recruitment activities within Business Services.

Key Responsibilities:
Manage and create a fantastic candidate experience
Build strong relationships with hiring managers to understand their talent needs
Create job postings and interview questions that reflect the requirements for each position
Develop and execute appropriate sourcing strategies, paying particular attention to diversity initiatives and creative sourcing techniques.
Source applicants through online channels, such as LinkedIn and other professional networks
Plan interview and selection procedures, including screening calls, assessments, and in-person interviews
Document and organize communications, notes, and other documents related to the interview process
Develop and maintain long-term relationships with candidates, networks and hiring managers
Manage relationships with agencies and educational institutions
Review processes and provide recommendations and metrics for continuous improvement and efficiency

Knowledge and Experience:
3-5 years of experience leading full-cycle recruitment processes preferably within a law firm or professional services environment
College Diploma or University Degree in Human Resources Management or business, an asset
Solid understanding and knowledge of recruitment and selection best practices and employment legislation
Advanced interviewing skills and a proven track record of successful hires
Proven ability to build effective relationships and display positive enthusiastic energy
Provide proactive and responsive solutions to departmental hiring needs.
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Proven experience with applicant tracking systems, LinkedIn Recruiter, job board platforms, and digital marketing/social media platforms
Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite; experience with UltiPro (UKG) is an asset

Skills and Abilities:
Ability to take ownership of recruiting process while working collaboratively with team members
Strong interpersonal skills and emotional intelligence, with the ability to quickly demonstrate credibility and develop strong partnerships with individuals at all levels
Proficiency in documenting processes
Subject matter expert on the labour market and industry trends
Excellent communication skills
Exceptional organizational skills, attention to detail and ability to multi-task
Strong consultative, influencing and negotiation skills

Please Note: Our firm has a COVID-19 Vaccination Policy which requires all firm members to be fully vaccinated with a Health Canada approved COVID-19 vaccine. You will not be asked to disclose your vaccination status during the interview process. If you are offered employment, you will find a vaccination clause in your offer of employment providing that prior to commencing any employment with the Firm, you must be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 and provide proof of a Health Canada approved COVID-19 vaccination. The Firm will make reasonable accommodation efforts if you cannot be vaccinated due to medical, religious, or other grounds to the extent protected by applicable human rights legislation.

Stikeman Elliott is committed to accommodating people with disabilities as part of our hiring process. If you have special requirements, please advise Human Resources during the recruitment process.