Early Talent Recruitment Specialist (14-Month Contract)

Job Type:Temporary Contract
Work Model:Hybrid
Reference code:131949
Primary Location:Halifax, NS
All Available Locations:Halifax, NS; Toronto, ON

Our Purpose

At Deloitte, our Purpose is to make an impact that matters. We exist to inspire and help our people, organizations, communities, and countries to thrive by building a better future. Our work underpins a prosperous society where people can find meaning and opportunity. It builds consumer and business confidence, empowers organizations to find imaginative ways of deploying capital, enables fair, trusted, and functioning social and economic institutions, and allows our friends, families, and communities to enjoy the quality of life that comes with a sustainable future. And as the largest 100% Canadian-owned and operated professional services firm in our country, we are proud to work alongside our clients to make a positive impact for all Canadians.

By living our Purpose, we will make an impact that matters.

• Have many careers in one Firm.
• Enjoy flexible, proactive, and practical benefits that foster a culture of well-being and connectedness.
• Learn from deep subject matter experts through mentoring and on the job coaching

Within the Culture and People Office (CPO), our goal is to have every one of our people say of their achievements with clients and the firm, "I only could have done it at Deloitte." In this Specialist (Early Talent Acquisition) role, you'll have the opportunity to bring this value proposition to life and make an impact that matters. Working as part of our Early Talent team, you'll have an opportunity to make an impact in shaping our firm of the future, starting with our most important assets, our people.

What will your typical day look like?

We are seeking bright, passionate professionals who excel at solving big problems and seizing significant opportunities. In this role, your curiosity, customer-centricity, and growth mindset will drive innovative programs that align with our business, culture, and people priorities. You'll embrace the power of AI to make work better for humans and humans better for work, while seamlessly transitioning between strategic planning and hands-on execution, providing insightful advice and practical solutions. Your deep business acumen will enable you to thrive in our fast-paced environment, where you can experiment with new ideas and collaborate effectively with a dynamic team.

What you will do:

• Attract, assess and hire on campus to fill full-time, internship and co-op positions within your assigned market(s).
• Act as primary recruiting point of contact at target educational institutions within your market and for assigned client portfolio; develop and maintain relationships with students, career centers, student clubs, faculty and internal business partners in Talent Advisory, Programs & Events and Talent Services.
• Work with the Campus Recruitment Team to recruit in accordance with national guidelines and the law and to address the firm's position at strategic schools to ensure a consistent recruiting approach comparable to those of other top-rated firms.
• Assist in the planning and execution of a variety of campus event, Deloitte-hosted conferences, case, office visits etc.
• Actively recruit internal client serving volunteers to represent Deloitte on campus. Train clients and provide subject matter expertise on related recruitment procedures, roles and on-campus expectations.
• Implement sourcing strategies to identify talented candidates, meeting diversity initiatives.
• Maintain a constant and steady focus on the assigned local market and target school, sharing competitive intelligence to key stakeholders.
• Partner with Early Talent Analysts and others to deliver the highest level of candidate care
• Utilize firm standard tools to capture all recruiting and hiring activity. Also assist in the collection of new hire documentation.
• Develop specific branded material for specific area and practice needs. Liaise with national marketing and branding for strategy and messaging.
• Demonstrates flexibility and willingness to travel to all campus locations as well as work in excess of standard hours when necessary. Some weekends and evenings are required.
• Assist with Social Media initiatives as needed.

About the team

The Early Talent Acquisition team is dedicated to delivering top intern/co-op talent to our stakeholders and an exceptional candidate experience to the students we engage with. We collaborate with internal clients and across Culture & People Office to provide strategic insights that facilitate the development of tailored recruitment strategies, targeted events and other programs to that position Deloitte as Category of One. The team advises on, implements, and executes the recruiting strategy, providing full-lifecycle recruitment support. You will work alongside other Specialists and Analysts across the country on national large-scale programs to smaller, local targeted events at tier one schools.

Enough about us, let's talk about you

In this role the expected qualifications are:

• Bachelor's degree with 3-5 years of relevant Campus Recruitment and Human Resources experience
• Understanding of how to ability to attract and retain talent, and understanding of the firm and business, building relationship.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, multi-tasking environment
• Exceptional organization, planning, and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deliverables

Total Rewards

The salary range for this position is $58,000 - $96,000, and individuals may be eligible to participate in our bonus program. Deloitte is fair and competitive when it comes to the salaries of our people. We regularly benchmark across a variety of positions, industries, sectors, targets, and levels. Our approach is grounded on recognizing people's unique strengths and contributions and rewarding the value that they deliver.

Our Total Rewards Package extends well beyond traditional compensation and benefit programs and is designed to recognize employee contributions, encourage personal wellness, and support firm growth. Along with a competitive base salary and variable pay opportunities, we offer a wide array of initiatives that differentiate us as a people-first organization. On top of our regular paid vacation days, some examples include: $4,000 per year for mental health support benefits, a $1,300 flexible benefit spending account, firm-wide closures known as "Deloitte Days", dedicated days of for learning (known as Development and Innovation Days), flexible work arrangements and a hybrid work structure.

Our promise to our people: Deloitte is where potential comes to life.

Be yourself, and more.
We are a group of talented people who want to learn, gain experience, and develop skills. Wherever you are in your career, we want you to advance.

You shape how we make impact.
Diverse perspectives and life experiences make us better. Whoever you are and wherever you're from, we want you to feel like you belong here. We provide flexible working options to support you and how you can contribute.

Be the leader you want to be
Some guide teams, some change culture, some build essential expertise. We offer opportunities and experiences that support your continuing growth as a leader.

Have as many careers as you want.
We are uniquely able to offer you new challenges and roles - and prepare you for them. We bring together people with unique experiences and talents, and we are the place to develop a lasting network of friends, peers, and mentors.

The next step is yours

At Deloitte, we are all about doing business inclusively - that starts with having diverse colleagues of all abilities. Deloitte encourages applications from all qualified candidates who represent the full diversity of communities across Canada. This includes, but is not limited to, people with disabilities, candidates from Indigenous communities, and candidates from the Black community in support of living our values, creating a culture of Diversity Equity and Inclusion and our commitment to our AccessAbility Action Plan , Reconciliation Action Plan and the BlackNorth Initiative .

We encourage you to connect with us at accessiblecareers@deloitte.ca if you require an accommodation for the recruitment process (including alternate formats of materials, accessible meeting rooms or other accommodations) or indigenouscareers@deloitte.ca for any questions relating to careers for Indigenous peoples at Deloitte (First Nations, Inuit, Métis).

When you apply, we will review your application using Deloitte's Global Talent Standards to ensure a consistent recruitment experience. Our recruitment advisors and hiring teams will utilize human screening combined with AI technology to help identify the skills and qualities that matter most to our business, while safeguarding your privacy and using AI responsibly.

Deloitte Canada has 20 offices with representation across most of the country. We acknowledge that Deloitte offices stand on traditional, treaty, and unceded territories in what is now known as Canada. We recognize that Indigenous Peoples have been the caretakers of this land since time immemorial, nurturing its resources and preserving its natural beauty. We acknowledge this land is still home to many First Nations, Inuit, and Métis Peoples, who continue to maintain their deep connection to the land and its sacred teachings. We humbly acknowledge that we are all Treaty people, and we commit to fostering a relationship of respect, collaboration, and stewardship with Indigenous communities in our shared goal of reconciliation and environmental sustainability.

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