HR & Recruitment Coordinator (WTL, ON)

HR & Recruitment Coordinator

Exciting opportunity in the insurance industry for an experienced HR professional with a background in recruitment operations and background checks. This hybrid role in Waterloo offers a collaborative fast-paced environment the chance to support North American HR functions and exposure to platforms like Workday and HireRight.

What is in it for you :

Hourly salary of $25-26 based on experience.

12-month contract.

Full-time position : 37.50 hours per week.

Weekday schedule from 9 am to 5 pm.

In-office presence required from Tuesday to Thursday.

Remote work available on Mondays and Fridays.

Responsibilities :

Provide administrative support to the Talent Acquisition team in managing background check processes.

Initiate and track background checks coordinating with candidates and third-party vendors.

Serve as a point of contact for background check inquiries via the global HR inbox.

Assist new hires throughout the onboarding process.

Coordinate information sharing with other HR departments to ensure consistency.

Support special projects related to recruitment operations and background checks.

Collaborate with the broader HR operations team as needed.

What you will need to succeed :

Bachelors degree is considered an asset particularly in Human Resources Business Administration or a related field.

5 years of HR experience preferably in recruitment background checks training or administration.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word Excel Outlook).

Experience using background check platforms; HireRight experience strongly preferred.

Strong interpersonal skills with flexibility and adaptability in a dynamic setting.

Excellent time management with ability to prioritize and work independently.

Highly organized with a strong sense of urgency and attention to detail.

Knowledge of Workday is an asset.

Bilingual in English and French is an asset as this role may involve communicating with candidates and internal teams across Canada and supporting a bilingual onboarding process.

Why Recruit Action

Recruit Action (agency permit : AP-2000003) provides recruitment services through quality support and a personalized approach to job seekers and businesses. Only candidates who match hiring criteria will be contacted.

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Key Skills

Employee Orientation,Talent Acquisition,Taleo,Kenexa BrassRing,ATS,HR Sourcing,Lever,Microsoft Outlook,Administrative Experience,Human Resources,Microsoft Outlook Calendar,Recruiting

Employment Type : Full Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

Monthly Salary Salary : 25 - 26