Senior Talent Acquisition Advisor/Conseiller principal en acquisition de talents

• Manage the full recruitment lifecycle, from identifying hiring needs and sourcing candidates to screening, selection, offer preparation, and onboarding coordination.

• Partner closely with hiring managers to define role requirements, develop sourcing plans, and implement effective recruitment strategies.

• Guide and coach hiring managers on recruitment best practices, interview preparation, candidate evaluation, and structured selection processes.

• Deliver a positive candidate experience through consistent communication, timely feedback, well-organized interviews, and ongoing support throughout the recruitment process.

• Identify and leverage the most effective sourcing channels and platforms for different roles and skill sets, including proactive talent sourcing.

• Conduct screening interviews to assess candidates’ skills, experience, language proficiency, and alignment with the role and organizational culture; prepare candidate shortlists and summaries for hiring managers.

• Manage job postings and candidate progression within applicant tracking systems (ATS), while maintaining recruitment platforms and associated accounts.

• Coordinate pre-employment activities, including background checks and reference verification.

• Contribute to employer branding initiatives and develop social media strategies to promote open positions and strengthen the organization’s visibility as an employer.

• Develop and maintain recruitment reports and analytics to monitor performance, identify trends, and improve hiring outcomes.

• Lead and participate in talent acquisition projects, process improvements, and strategic initiatives.

• Prepare offer details for employment letters and contracts, and collaborate with HR Business Partners to ensure a smooth transition from recruitment to onboarding.

Requirements

• University degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Psychology, or another relevant field.

• Five to seven years of in-house recruitment experience, ideally with responsibility for managing multiple roles and partnering directly with hiring managers.

• Hands-on experience using applicant tracking systems and candidate sourcing tools and platforms.

• Full professional fluency in both French and English, written and spoken.

• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Word, and Outlook.

• Demonstrated ability to develop creative sourcing strategies and identify high-quality candidates for a range of positions.

• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to build trusted relationships and influence hiring decisions.

• High standards of confidentiality, professionalism, discretion, and diplomacy when handling sensitive candidate and employee information.

• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, evolving environment while managing competing priorities and maintaining attention to detail.

• Knowledge of Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and applicable Health Canada and U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations and guidelines.

• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills, with a continuous improvement mindset.

• Legal authorization to work in Canada.

Benefits

• Permanent, full-time employment offering stability and opportunities for professional growth.

• Flexible working hours to support work-life balance.

• Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage.

• Retirement savings plan (RRSP) to support long-term financial planning.

• Paid vacation and personal days to support rest and personal commitments.

• Virtual medical clinic access for convenient healthcare support.

• Public transportation rebates to help reduce commuting costs.

• Ongoing learning and development opportunities to strengthen professional skills and support career advancement.

• Social activities and a collaborative workplace that encourages teamwork, innovation, reliability, and responsiveness.

• Career development opportunities within an international clinical research environment.