Job Description

Talent Innovation Intern

Term:

4 months.

Location:

This position will be based out of our Winnipeg office.

Our organization

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Founded in 2017, Wellington-Altus Financial (Wellington-Altus) is the parent company to Wellington-Altus Private Counsel Inc., Wellington-Altus USA Inc., Wellington-Altus Insurance Inc., Wellington-Altus Group Solutions Inc., Independent Advisor Solutions Inc., and Wellington-Altus Private Wealth Inc.--the top-ratedinvestment dealer in Canada and one of Canada's Best Managed Companies. With nearly $40 billion in assets under administration and offices across the country, Wellington-Altus identifies with successful, entrepreneurial advisors and portfolio managers and their high-net-worth clients.

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The opportunity:

Reporting to the Manager, Talent Acquisition, the Talent Innovation Intern will play a key role in supporting and advancing the company's recruitment and talent strategy. This role contributes to innovative, AI-driven initiatives designed to enhance efficiency and elevate the Wellington-Altus recruitment experience, while also serving as a brand ambassador for the organization.



Working closely with Talent Acquisition Specialists, HR Business Partners, and the Vice-President, Strategy Execution & Performance, the Talent Innovation Intern will assist with day-to-day hiring operations and help explore and implement smart technologies that streamline and optimize recruitment processes.



This internship offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of talent acquisition and HR operations through AI-powered insights and data analytics. Interns will gain hands-on experience with real-world projects that influence executive decision-making and drive organizational strategy.

Key responsibilities include:

Leverage Microsoft Copilot and Power BI to review HR Talent Acquisition and HR Operations processes, identifying opportunities for automation and efficiency. Develop and optimize AI prompts in Microsoft Copilot to automate HR processes, generate insights, and improve reporting efficiency. Experiment with generative AI capabilities to create templates, summaries, and dashboards that enhance HR decision-making. Document best practices for prompt engineering to enable HR teams to maximize Copilot's potential within the department. Design and build Power BI data models to enhance executive dashboards and operational reporting for HR Talent Acquisition and HR Operations. Support strategic HR initiatives by analyzing and presenting Balanced Scorecard KPIs for over 300 corporate staff, working closely with HR Business Partners and the Strategy & Planning team. Performing other Talent Acquisition support duties as assigned.

The ideal candidate will possess:

Currently enrolled in or recently graduated from a program in Business, HR, Data Analytics, Computer Science, or related field. 1-2+ years' experience in a customer/client-service facing role. Previous experience in the wealth management or other regulated industry is a strong asset, but not required. Previous internship or co-op experience in HR or related field is an asset. Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word). Familiarity with Power BI or other data visualization tools is an asset. Basic knowledge of programming languages (e.g., Python, SQL, or VBA) is an asset. Strong interest in AI tools and prompt engineering. An ability to craft effective prompts for Microsoft Copilot to deliver accurate and actionable outputs. Capable of managing multiple tasks and meeting deadlines in fast-paced environments. Proactive and eager to learn, with a drive to improve systems. Committed to delivering exceptional service with a positive attitude. Detail-oriented, with a strong sense of ownership and accountability. Effective problem-solver with strong organizational skills. Adaptable and resilient in ambiguous, high-pressure situations. Excellent critical thinking, written, and verbal communication skills. Up-to-date knowledge of HR standards and legislation. An ability to maintain the highest levels of confidentiality. Bilingual in French and English, both oral and written is considered a strong asset.

Conditions of employment:

Must be legally eligible to work in Canada. A background check, satisfactory to the employer, may be required of the successful applicant prior to commencing employment.

Wellington-Altus Private Wealth is strongly committed to equity and diversity within its community and welcomes applications from women, racialized persons, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, and persons of all sexual orientations and genders. All qualified individuals who would contribute to the further diversification of our organization are encouraged to apply.



If you require accommodation for the recruitment process, please let us know at the point of application.

To apply:

Click the Apply for This Job button to submit your resume, cover letter and salary expectations. You will be contacted if you are selected for an interview. More information about working at Wellington-Altus can be found on our website at www.wellington-altus.com.