Manager, Early Talent

TD•Toronto, ON

2d•CA$96,900 - CA$136,800•Onsite

About The Position

The Manager, Early Talent leads the strategy, execution, management and overall performance of the Canadian Early Talent recruitment team. They manage a team of recruitment specialists who design and deliver effective talent acquisition strategies across intern, co-op, undergrad and graduate recruiting. They operate as a subject matter expert in the space of Early & Emerging Talent, working closely with business stakeholders, HR business partners, talent stakeholders, and the Head of Early Talent.

Requirements

Undergraduate degree
7+ year related experience
Proven ability to develop strong business partnerships with client groups
Must have proven experience sourcing and closing campus positions and a strong understanding of full life cycle recruiting
Proficiency in MS Suite of applications, with working knowledge of AI tools
Proactive talent management experience required
Strong interviewing/assessment skills and ability to transfer knowledge to team

Nice To Haves

Demonstrated interest and expertise in the evolution of the recruitment discipline – inclusive of technology, data, AI, and regulatory governance
Sound to advanced knowledge of external competition, industry and/or market trends in relation to own function / business
In depth knowledge of recruiting and employment practices with extensive knowledge of federal and state employment laws
Excellent advisory, interpersonal, coaching, negotiation and facilitation skills while understanding change management impacts of growth organization
Excellent written and verbal communication, organizational, presentation and customer service skills
Strong understanding of emerging business needs while utilizing a proactive, consultative approach to meet these needs

Responsibilities

Lead and coach a high performing team of recruitment professionals to create a performance driven culture that attracts and develops pipeline talent for TD
Ensure Recruitment team is building targeted pipelines using a variety of sourcing channels including, but not limited to, social media, passive candidates, referrals, company alumni, and high-quality declined candidates
Actively manage a portfolio of searches by applying best in class sourcing strategies to build a robust pipeline of talent
Partner with, collaborate, and provide direction and communication to HR and Business partners providing a high-level of consultation and customer service to the Business while implementing effective recruitment strategies, including planning, sourcing and assessing
Act as a partner by leading relationships with key enterprise partners and interfacing with respective leadership teams to effectively manage business needs and clarify scope of activities while influencing and aligning others as needed
Ensure an integrated and aggregated view of all related activities across the overall function providing escalations, recommendations, and decision support to leadership
Promote TD brand in the marketplace by actively pursuing and aligning to industry groups, networks and associations and developing prospect/ target lists
Provide functional / business level communications to ensure messages to stakeholders and/or employees are consistent, appropriate and aligned to business and executive management direction
Focus on creating a legendary Hiring Manager and candidate experience throughout the recruiting cycle
Drive recruitment success by leveraging and managing recruitment metrics, reporting, systems and tools to inform talent acquisition strategies
Serves as a subject matter expert on talent acquisition practices to internal stakeholders by keeping abreast of current industry/market trends
Work closely with key business leaders to develop business plan, ensuring the optimal use of resources and leverage TD’s operating model to maximize efficiency, effectiveness and scale of the sourcing/recruiting initiatives
Plan and execute on business activities, review and communicate results, and adjust tactics accordingly
Manage business plan to meet business objectives while increasing efficiency and effectiveness
Monitors and communicates the effectiveness of strategies, programs, and practices related to own area of expertise
Ensure programs, policies and practices continue to meet business needs, comply with internal and external requirements, and align with HR priorities
Maintain a culture of risk management and control, supported by effective processes and sound infrastructure in alignment with risk appetite of the Bank
Own the identification, mitigation and reporting on risk issues per enterprise policy / guidelines and ensuring appropriate escalation processes are followed
Coordinate activities with partners across the organization, may include HR, Technology, Finance, Risk Management, etc.
Leads special initiatives by representing TD/ the business internally and externally, as a subject matter expert
Responsible for management of the overall team(s) providing both leadership and guidance and contributes to the enterprise functional strategic priorities for Talent Acquisition
Foster an environment / culture that encourages productivity, innovation, process improvement, teamwork and a high level of professionalism
Act as a brand ambassador for your business area/function and the bank, both internally and/or externally
Ability to travel throughout TD footprint as needed