Talent Acquisition Partner

Mattr•Calgary, TX

About The Position

The Talent Acquisition Partner plays a critical role in the organization’s success by identifying, attracting, and hiring top talent for senior, specialized, and hard‑to‑fill roles. Acting as a trusted advisor to hiring leaders, this role partners closely with executives, department heads, and HR stakeholders to align recruitment strategies with business goals. This role is highly goal‑oriented and metrics‑driven. Success is measured through clear hiring outcomes such as time‑to‑fill, quality of hire, hiring manager satisfaction, candidate experience, and pipeline health. The Talent Acquisition Partner is motivated by results and brings discipline to how hiring is planned, tracked, and delivered—using systems, data, and consistent processes to ensure transparency, accountability, and continuous improvement. Operating in a dynamic labour market, this role requires strong judgment, market insight, and a consultative mindset, balanced with operational excellence and a strong command of recruitment systems.

Requirements

7+ years of progressive experience in full‑cycle talent acquisition, including senior‑level or specialized hiring
Proven experience partnering with senior leaders and influencing hiring decisions
Strong sourcing capability and comfort recruiting in competitive talent markets
Experience recruiting across multiple functions (e.g., corporate, technical, operational, or professional roles)
Strong knowledge of recruitment best practices, employment legislation, and selection methodologies
Excellent stakeholder management, communication, and consulting skills
Data‑driven mindset with the ability to translate insights into action
Experience working with ATS and recruitment technologies

Responsibilities

Own and lead end‑to‑end recruitment for senior‑level, specialized, and high‑impact roles across multiple portfolios
Act as a strategic advisor to hiring leaders by providing guidance on workforce planning, talent availability, role design, and hiring strategies
Use market intelligence, data, and trend analysis to influence hiring decisions and challenge assumptions
Plan, organize, and execute recruitment projects to meet hiring goals efficiently and within established timelines
Solve complex recruitment challenges, including sourcing hard‑to‑fill roles, navigating competitive markets, and managing candidate negotiations
Apply sound judgment and decisive problem‑solving in fast-moving or ambiguous hiring scenarios
Build strong, trusted relationships with hiring managers, executives, and HR partners
Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to ensure recruitment strategies are aligned with business priorities
Lead structured intake meetings and establish clear, consistent, and equitable assessment processes
Develop and execute proactive sourcing strategies using direct sourcing, referrals, networking, market mapping, and digital channels
Stay current on industry trends, competitor activity, and emerging sourcing techniques to maintain a strong talent pipeline
Contribute to employer branding and talent attraction initiatives to strengthen the organization’s presence in the market
Deliver an exceptional, inclusive candidate experience from first contact through offer and onboarding
Embed diversity, equity, and inclusion principles into sourcing, assessment, and selection practices
Provide leadership, coaching, and mentorship to junior recruiters or broader TA team members
Support the development of a high‑performing, scalable talent acquisition function
Continuously improve recruitment processes, introducing innovative sourcing approaches and leveraging technology to increase efficiency
Use ATS data and recruitment metrics to track performance, identify trends, and drive continuous improvement
Engage with recruitment technologies, automation tools, and AI‑driven solutions where applicable
Partner with external agencies and vendors, ensuring quality delivery and cost effectiveness
Support offer strategy and negotiations in partnership with HR and compensation teams
Ensure recruitment practices comply with employment legislation, internal policies, and governance standards

Benefits

Medical, dental & vision coverage with HSA contributions
401(k) with company match, vested immediately
Attractive incentive bonus plans
Employer-paid Life, AD&D, and Long-Term Disability insurance
Wellness incentives
Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Discounts on fitness, shopping & travel (Blue365, LifeMart & more)
Comprehensive total rewards package that includes competitive salaries, annual incentives, medical benefits, retirement savings plans, paid vacation days, education assistance programs, corporate discounts and more!
Participation in service milestone awards and recognition opportunities
Access to mental health support resources such as our Headversity mental health and wellness platform and free, confidential access to our Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
Rewarding growth opportunities (may include global career and travel opportunities) supported by personalized training, development and mentoring programs - including LinkedIn Learning access for all employees!
Commitment to providing a diverse, inclusive and accessible workplace environment
We prioritize our Environment, Social and Governance (ESG) values and offer a paid Impact Day, allowing employees an opportunity to support charitable organizations in their communities
Company events, social gatherings and team building activities that promote fun!