Job Description

Company DescriptionAt Maple Leaf Sports & Entertainment Partnership (MLSE), we are committed to creating an inclusive workplace that is representative of our community and where all employees feel they belong and can reach their full potential. We are Canada's preeminent leader in delivering top quality sport and entertainment experiences and one of North America's leading providers of exceptional fan experiences. We are the parent company of the National Hockey League's Toronto Maple Leafs, the National Basketball Association's Toronto Raptors, Major League Soccer's Toronto FC, the Canadian Football League's Toronto Argonauts and development teams with the Toronto Marlies (American Hockey League), Raptors 905 (NBA G League), Toronto FC II (MLS NEXT Pro League) and Raptors Uprising Gaming Club, the Toronto Raptors Esports franchise in the NBA 2K League.MLSE owns and/or operates all the venues our teams play and train in, including Scotiabank Arena, BMO Field, Coca-Cola Coliseum, Ford Performance Centre, BMO Training Ground, and OVO Athletic Centre. We also provide fans in Toronto with incredible live music and entertainment events, as well as exceptional culinary experiences through our restaurants (e11even and RS) and clubs (Hot Stove Club, ScotiaClub and Platinum Club). Through MLSE Foundation, we have invested more than $45 million into Ontario communities since 2009 and with MLSE LaunchPad, we provide a place where youth facing barriers use sport to recognize and reach their potential.We achieve all of this through our Common Purpose - to unite and empower our employees to create extraordinary moments for our fans and each other. Come be a part of the team.The Talent Acquisition Specialist will lead the end-to-end success of the talent attraction and onboarding lifecycle. You will be accountable for understanding hiring needs across the organization.You are the main point of contact for the leaders and hiring managers, providing insights on market conditions and identifying opportunities to attract top talent. You proactively address recruitment challenges by recommending strategic solutions to enhance hiring success.This is an incredible opportunity for a professional in operations, helping to build a longer-term sustainable, diversity-focused roadmap for continuous improvement and to help build Canada's preeminent sport and entertainment organization forward.

• Client Advisory and management - collaborate with the HRBP, hiring managers, group or organization leads, and key partners to understand unique business and talent needs.
• Candidate engagement and management - develop and execute sourcing plans to identify and recruit top talent, leading the candidate development process from identification and engagement to offer extension and closing
• Identify and coordinate recruitment/talent acquisition and networking events, based on careers and employer brand marketing activities (i.e. job fairs)
• Conduct behavioural and technical telephone and *in-person interviews to assess the candidate's ability to succeed in open positions. (*Note: some interviews will need to be conducted onsite)
• Support management of relevant data systems, including candidate tracking and ad-hoc reporting requests
• Advise and guide hiring managers on recruitment best practices and participate in the selection of final candidates. Enforce the use of recruitment templates, evaluation grids and ensure the diversity and inclusion practices are adhered to and realized
• Strong written and oral communication skills necessary to effectively work with hiring managers, applicants and candidates
• Conduct innovative sourcing strategies by leveraging new platforms and social media to tap into passive BIPOC talent pools
• Opportunity to contribute to/lead projects related to employer branding, coop and internship strategy and outreach, and diversity, equity, and inclusion community engagements
• Maintain accurate and well-ordered documentation on candidates, searches, hiring manager interactions and other recruiting activities
• Drive Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion through recruiting
• Operational Improvements - continuously assess the efficiency of the recruiting function, recommend and implement process improvements to help drive better performance and results

QualificationsNote: Before reviewing the qualifications listed below, we want you to know that we understand you may not meet all the qualifications described and have other relevant expertise and experience. We invite you to please share this with us in the "Message to the Hiring Manager" section of our online application.

• Proven track record of success in a high-volume recruiting role or talent acquisition role, having had responsibility for sourcing, screening, interviewing and hiring for multiple positions concurrently
• Strong proficiency in applicant tracking systems (ATS), preferably Workday Recruiter, with the ability to optimize workflows, manage candidate pipelines, and generate recruitment insights to support data-driven hiring decisions
• Proven ability to collaborate in a team environment, building strong relationships with colleagues and stakeholders to drive shared recruitment goals and deliver a seamless hiring experience
• Seasoned experience in a corporate Talent Acquisition function including full life cycle, research, sourcing and client management
• Experience with Recruiting Agency environment is a bonus
• Experience and comfort partnering and consulting at all levels of leadership
• Strong follow-through and customer service orientation
• A commitment to deepening equity, diversity and inclusion in MLSE's workplace, and helping us to better represent our communities!

Additional InformationApplication Deadline - March 23, 2025We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for the information session will be contacted.At MLSE, we are committed to building an equitable, diverse and inclusive organization. We are an equal opportunity employer and we do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. MLSE will provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities in the job application process. If you have difficulty using our online application system and you need an accommodation due to a disability, please email . Please note this email is only for accommodation requests. Resumes sent to this email address will not be considered.

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