Talent Acquisition Specialist - 14M Contract
About The Position
We are seeking a Talent Acquisition Specialist to join our Human Resources team supporting Irving Business Services on a contract basis. Reporting to the Manager, Human Resources, this role is responsible for delivering full-cycle recruitment support across a variety of business functions, including Finance, Supply Chain, Human Resources, Legal and Facilities. The successful candidate will partner with hiring managers and stakeholders to attract, assess, and hire talent while providing a positive candidate experience throughout the recruitment process. In addition to professional recruitment, this role plays a key role in supporting the Divisional Student Program through campus engagement, recruitment events, student hiring, onboarding, and collaboration with JDI Student Recruitment on enterprise-wide initiatives. Founded in 1882, J.D. Irving, Limited (JDI) operates in Eastern Canada (New-Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, Québec, Ontario, Newfoundland and Labrador), as well as in USA. We are a team of 20,000 dedicated employees. At J.D. Irving, Limited, you are part of a dynamic team of professionals who lead with integrity and are passionate about delivering results. With a culture that nurtures talent and creates an inclusive workplace, you can grow your career across our various operating divisions. We are committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates, and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary, or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment. We encourage candidates to make their accommodation needs known so that we can provide equitable opportunities. Worried you do not meet all the requirements? Studies have shown that many applicants apply only to job opportunities when they feel they meet 100% of the criteria. We promote an inclusive environment where everyone is appreciated, recognized, and empowered to contribute fully. If you are interested in this position but are worried you did not meet all the requirements, we would encourage you to still apply. Our recruitment advisors and hiring teams will utilize human screening combined with AI technology to help identify the skills and qualities that matter most to our business, while safeguarding your privacy and using AI responsibly. We appreciate your interest in our company however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Irving Business Services is a vital support function within J.D. Irving, Limited, delivering expertise in essential areas such as Finance, Human Resources, Supply Chain, Health and Safety, Communications, and Legal. By managing resources, delivering fast and flexible outcomes, and fostering innovation, Irving Business Services plays a critical role in driving operational success and supporting the company’s long-term strategic goals. With a focus on collaboration and continuous improvement, Irving Business Services offers exciting opportunities for growth and development within a leading organization.
Requirements
- Full-cycle recruitment experience
- Experience supporting various business functions (Finance, Supply Chain, HR, Legal, Facilities)
- Experience partnering with hiring managers and stakeholders
- Experience providing a positive candidate experience
- Experience supporting student programs (campus engagement, recruitment events, student hiring, onboarding)
- Collaboration skills
Responsibilities
- Delivering full-cycle recruitment support across a variety of business functions, including Finance, Supply Chain, Human Resources, Legal and Facilities.
- Partnering with hiring managers and stakeholders to attract, assess, and hire talent.
- Providing a positive candidate experience throughout the recruitment process.
- Supporting the Divisional Student Program through campus engagement, recruitment events, student hiring, and onboarding.
- Collaborating with JDI Student Recruitment on enterprise-wide initiatives.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
