Recruitment Specialist

Canada's National Ballet School•Toronto, ON

18h•CA$50,000 - CA$56,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Canada’s National Ballet School (NBS) is a leading arts and education institution dedicated to excellence in dance training, community programming, and health initiatives. NBS has 300+ employees supporting programs ranging from professional ballet training, community engagement, and groundbreaking health initiatives. NBS fosters a collaborative, creative environment rooted in inclusion and continuous growth. Reporting to the Human Resources Manager, the Recruitment Specialist plays a pivotal role in shaping the future of talent at Canada’s National Ballet School (NBS). This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to both the short- and long-term HR strategy, helping to build an inclusive, high-performing, and values-driven workplace. In this role, the Recruitment Specialist will lead and influence the design, implementation, and ongoing evolution of a comprehensive recruitment and retention strategy - one that attracts exceptional and diverse talent, supports meaningful development and career growth, and fosters a strong sense of belonging and engagement across the organization. The work will have a direct impact on the candidate and employee experience and the continued success of NBS.

Requirements

An innovative, forward-thinking mindset; you’re always looking for ways to improve and evolve processes
Strong presentation, communication and interpersonal skills, with a natural ability to engage and connect with others
A post-secondary degree or diploma in Human Resources (CHRP/TMP designation is a welcome bonus!)
2-3 years of HR experience, with a strong focus on recruitment and talent management
Solid understanding of HR best practices, including employment and human rights legislation
A high level of discretion and sound judgement, paired with cultural competency and racial literacy
Exceptional attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines with ease
Adaptability and versatility; you’re energized by a role that includes a variety of responsibilities and projects
Experience with HRIS/Payroll systems, Qualtrics, and Canva (or the ability to learn quickly!)
Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Teams)

Nice To Haves

First and foremost, we value enthusiasm, creativity and a willingness to learn just as much as professional experience! We encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every qualification listed.

Responsibilities

Lead Full-Cycle Recruitment: Manage end-to-end hiring, including job postings, screening, interviewing, reference checks, and onboarding
Drive Talent Strategy: Build talent pipelines, refine recruitment processes, and stay ahead of market trends and best practices
Lead a Growth, Development, and Retention Strategy: Strengthen career pathways, enhance engagement, analyze turnover trends, and recommend practical solutions; support fair and transparent performance and advancement processes, and partner with leaders to create a workplace where employees can grow and thrive long-term
Collaborate on Equity, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI) Initiatives: Meaningfully contribute to developing diversification strategies that attract and retain diverse talent
Elevate Employer Brand: Support the development and promotion of our Employee Value Proposition (EVP) across recruitment channels
Enhance Onboarding: Facilitate engaging orientation programs and onboarding experiences that set new hires up for success
Leverage Data & Insights: Support HR and EDI analytics related to retention, turnover, demographics, belonging and employee engagement while ensuring data integrity and privacy
Support HR Operations: Maintain HRIS data, coordinate employee events, respond to employment verifications, and manage confidential employee files
Be a Trusted Resource: Provide guidance and support to managers and HR colleagues across a range of employee relations matters

Benefits

Dental, Health, Paramedical, Short & Long Term Disability, Life Insurance, Employee Assistance Program
Standard 35-hour work week
Employer-matched Defined Contribution Pension Plan
Paid vacation time starting at 4 weeks
Commitment to work-life balance
Professional development opportunities
Discounted rates for NBS Adult Ballet Classes
Employee discount at The Shoe Room, our dance retail store
Subsidized lunch, beverages and snacks at our onsite café
Collaborative and inclusive work environment: Join our EDI Committee or Social Committee and participate in monthly employee events!