Talent Acquisition Manager, Canada
About The Position
At GHD, we are seeking a Talent Acquisition Manager to lead TA in Canada and support strategic recruitment. This role involves partnering across the broader TA network to champion transformational change, build capability, and ensure the appointment of the best talent. As a strategic partner, you will influence senior stakeholders, solve complex challenges, and align talent strategies with GHD’s long-term goals. In addition to leading Talent Acquisition for Canada, you will also support strategic recruitment initiatives and/or lead a regional TA team within the country, collaborating across geographies to drive strategic outcomes. Working with an energetic and high-performing team, this position offers a variety of work.
Requirements
- A strategic, action oriented mindset, comfortable moving fast on tough challenges.
- Deep business insight and the ability to tailor communication for diverse audiences.
- Skill in navigating organizational dynamics, building stakeholder influence and aligning plans to strategic goals.
- Data-driven insights to inform strategy, measure outcomes, and continuously enhance service to internal clients.
- Proven ability to solve complexity with clarity and drive continuous improvement.
- Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent combination of education and experience).
- Experience leading teams through transformational change in talent acquisition at both country and regional levels.
- Track record of partnering with senior leaders and managing diverse stakeholder relationships.
- Strategic mindset with results aligned to business goals.
- Advanced ATS experience (Oracle Cloud Recruiter is a plus) and extensive LinkedIn Recruiter expertise.
- Demonstrated strategic sourcing and non‑traditional pipeline development.
- Commitment to diversity, inclusion, and continuous improvement.
Responsibilities
- Lead, coach, and grow a high-performing Talent Acquisition team; build a culture of innovation, continuous improvement, and results.
- Advise senior leaders and partner across functions and regions to deliver integrated, long-term talent solutions that advance business outcomes.
- Enable hiring managers with enterprise training on interviewing, candidate assessment, inclusive hiring, and data-driven decision making.
- Champion transformation and capability building initiatives across Canada and the broader region to accelerate TA performance and impact.
- Anticipate business needs and design solutions that navigate complexity and unlock opportunities.
- Optimize policies & processes to ensure compliance, scalability, and an exceptional candidate and stakeholder experience.
- Contribute to strategic planning by aligning TA priorities with organizational objectives and future possibilities.
- Promote inclusive recruitment and support programs that advance diversity, equity, and inclusion across Canada.
Benefits
- Support and empower all our people to make a positive impact
- Accelerate your career
- Empower you with the right technology and training
- Hybrid work model offering up to two days working from home each week
- Competitive compensation
- Adhere to all relevant pay transparency legislation
- GHD is an equal opportunity employer
- Upon request, GHD will provide reasonable accommodation for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment and selection process.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
