Senior Recruiter - Technology

Senior Recruiter - Technology

Location: Toronto, ON

Onsite Flexibility: Hybrid currently 1 day/week in office, moving to 4 days in office; candidates must commit to this schedule from day 1

Contract Details

• Position Type: Contract
• Contract Duration: 1 year (with potential for extension and conversion)
• Pay Rate: C$40.00 C$50.00 / Hour (CAD)
• Shift / Schedule: Monday to Friday, core business hours
• Travel Requirements: Not required

Job Summary

This role serves as a Talent Advisor for a designated portfolio within a major financial institution's Technology line of business, informing talent decisions with acute knowledge of the organization and businesses supported. The ideal candidate is proactive with an Agile mindset someone who does not wait for things to happen, shows initiative, volunteers for new initiatives, and can hit the ground running. The role requires strong communication skills, as it involves regular interaction with Senior Leaders in the Technology line of business and HR partners. This is a long-term contract opportunity with the potential to work alongside transformation teams, including AI initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

Customer

• Act as the Talent Advisor for a designated portfolio, informing talent decisions with acute knowledge of the organization and businesses supported, having deep expertise of external markets with an objective to continuously upgrade talent
• Manage end-to-end aspects of the recruitment process and specialized acquisition programs
• Develop and execute innovative talent strategies, leveraging industry best practices and market data to proactively target qualified active and passive candidates to build a robust pipeline of diverse talent
• Advise business leads on talent market gaps and provide insights on alternate practices and opportunities
• Execute on determined plans and provide insight/guidance to clients on benefits of approach
• Focus on creating an optimal Hiring Manager and candidate experience throughout the recruiting cycle aligned to the client's customer experience model
• Maintain expert knowledge of HR policies, procedures, and programs as they relate to recruitment
• Cultivate strong relationships with HR partners, HR CoEs, and business stakeholders to understand current and future talent needs and provide consultation on optimal sourcing approaches
• Maintain, analyze, and leverage accurate recruitment metrics and reporting to inform sourcing and recruitment activities; consult with hiring managers
• Promote the client's brand in the marketplace through developing and maintaining strong candidate and industry networks
• Lead advertising and brand activities to attract talent, utilizing internet/intranet/social media and other recruiting tools as appropriate
• Represent the organization in various recruitment functions as needed
• Generally interacts with executive-level managers up to and including the most senior management layers

Shareholder

• Prioritize and manage own workload to meet SLA requirements for service and productivity
• Adhere to enterprise frameworks or methodologies that relate to activities for the talent acquisition function
• Follow and recommend internal and industry regulations and operating practices in completing and recording transactions for either the organization or candidates
• Maintain a culture of risk management and control, supported by effective processes in alignment with risk appetite of the organization
• May lead special initiatives by representing the organization internally and externally as a subject matter expert
• Monitor and communicate the effectiveness of plans, programs, and practices related to own area of expertise
• Ensure respective programs/policies/practices are well managed, meet business needs, comply with internal and external requirements, and align with HR priorities
• Conduct internal and external research projects; support the development/delivery of presentations/communications to management or broader audience
• Keep abreast of and advise the team on emerging issues, trends, and evolving regulatory requirements in the discipline and assess potential impacts
• Ensure the prompt and thorough resolution of escalated issues

Must-Have Requirements

• Technology recruitment 2yrs
• Recruitment experience 8yrs
• Workday knowledge
• Agile mindset

Required Skills

• Verbal and written communication skills, negotiation skills, customer service, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and manage one's time
• Basic mentoring skills necessary to provide support and constructive performance feedback
• Knowledge of legal policies and procedures related to hiring practices and other work-related activities
• Knowledge of principles and procedures for personnel recruitment, selection, and training
• Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning
• Previous experience with computer applications, such as Microsoft Word and Excel
• Strong communication skills
• Shows initiative

Preferred Skills

• AI recruiting

Education Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or equivalent training required
• Recruiting certification is a plus but not required

Required Experience

• 8 years of recruiting experience, including some technology recruiting background
• 10 years of customer service-related experience required

Nice-to-Have Experience

• Candidates with fewer years of technology recruiting background may be considered if they demonstrate polish and the ability to function as a true Talent Advisor

Important Notes

• The hybrid schedule is currently 1 day/week in office but is moving to 4 days in office; candidates must commit to this arrangement from day 1
• Interview process: 1 or 2 rounds, virtual with camera on, with a potential meet and greet

About the Client

This client is a leading financial services and banking institution operating across Canada and internationally, known for its scale and reach within the financial sector. The organization employs thousands of professionals across technology, risk management, HR, and business operations, with roles including solutions developers, technology specialists, and talent acquisition professionals who collaborate across transformation and agile delivery teams.

About GTT

GTT is an NMSDC-certified Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) headquartered in Portsmouth, New Hampshire. GTT is a subsidiary of Chenega Corporation, an Alaska-based company and one of the largest Alaska Native-owned corporations. An Inc. 5000 honoree and one of SIA's Best Staffing Firms to Work For, GTT connects professionals with Fortune 500 organizations across IT, engineering, construction, utilities, life sciences, financial services, and healthcare throughout the U.S. and Canada. We're committed to diverse, inclusive workplaces and to placing people in roles where they can do their best work.

Job Number: 26-19047

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