Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist (Contract)

Job Summary The Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist leads full-cycle recruitment across multiple portfolios, including plant operations, corporate, and management roles. This role develops and executes targeted hiring strategies, partners with Hiring Managers, and drives the delivery of high-quality talent while strengthening pipelines and enhancing the overall recruitment process.   Key Responsibilities 1. Full-Cycle Recruitment & Strategy Execution Develop and implement recruitment strategies for assigned portfolios and searches, including sourcing approaches, selection criteria, tools, and processes Manage end-to-end recruitment activities across salaried, corporate, plant, and management roles to ensure timely, high-quality hires within budget Partner with Hiring Managers to understand talent needs and provide guidance throughout the hiring process Conduct interviews, coordinate background checks, prepare offers, and lead offer negotiations Manage communication between candidates, Hiring Managers, and HR to ensure a smooth onboarding transition Leverage recruitment tools (e.g., LinkedIn, ATS) to build and maintain strong talent pipelines Mentor peers and support the development of team members to achieve recruitment goals 2. Recruitment Governance & Best Practices Ensure recruitment and selection processes align with professional standards and provincial legislation Evaluate and refine hiring practices, criteria, and procedures to drive consistency and effectiveness Provide training and support to Hiring Managers and HR partners on recruitment processes and best practices Maintain ongoing understanding of workforce needs through stakeholder engagement 3. Talent Pipeline & Employer Branding Support the development and expansion of pipeline programs, including campus, community, and industry partnerships Build networks through career fairs, events, and professional associations Contribute to employer branding initiatives across digital and social channels Help position the organization as an employer of choice to attract diverse, high-quality talent 4. Reporting & Continuous Improvement Maintain recruitment data, including vacancy tracking, ATS updates, and pipeline activity Generate reports and dashboards to monitor recruitment performance and identify trends Identify opportunities to improve recruitment processes, tools, and candidate experience 5. Coaching & Team Support Provide guidance, coaching, and mentorship to peers and/or junior team members Support knowledge sharing and continuous improvement across the Talent Acquisition team Participate in regular team meetings to review progress, address challenges, and align on priorities   The Recipe for Success Completion of college diploma in Human Resources, Business, or a related field  Previous 5+ years experience working within a Human Resources department  Preferred Completion of university degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field Preferred previous experience working within a Human Resources department within the manufacturing industry  Experience with MS Office (Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel, SharePoint)  Familiar with applicable employment legislation  Excellent communication (written and verbal), interpersonal and project management skills  Must be able to meet project deadlines, with good sense of urgency and follow through  Must have the ability to work independently with little supervision  Excellent organizational and time management skills  Strong decision making and problem-solving skills  Skills & Capabilities Timely delivery of high-quality hires across multiple portfolios Strong and proactive talent pipelines aligned to business needs Effective partnerships with Hiring Managers and HR stakeholders Consistent, compliant, and efficient recruitment processes Positive candidate experience and strengthened employer brand presence   What We Offer At Give & Go, we are proud of our people-first culture, entrepreneurial mindset, and strong values. As we continue to grow, we remain deeply committed to maintaining what makes us unique. A highly visible role shaping enterprise-level growth decisions Exposure to senior leadership and global partners A culture built on Quality, Direct Communication, and Respect Ongoing learning, development, and meaningful career progression An environment where ideas are encouraged, perspectives are valued, and impact is recognized