Talent Acquisition Officer

Location: North York, Ontario, On-site, 5 days per week
Language: English, strong written and verbal communication required
Duration: 1-year contract
Background Check Requirement: Successful completion of a background check is required

About the Opportunity

Our client, a respected public sector organization, is seeking an experienced Talent Acquisition Officer to join their People and Culture team. This is a pivotal role that blends strategic partnership with hands-on recruitment delivery in a fast-paced, high-impact environment.

You will work closely with hiring leaders across the organization, acting as a trusted advisor from intake through to offer. If you thrive on building relationships, delivering exceptional candidate experiences, and hiring top-tier talent that drives organizational success, this opportunity offers meaningful impact and visibility.

What’s In It for You

You will join a collaborative team that values integrity, partnership, and service excellence. This is an opportunity to influence hiring strategies, strengthen employer brand initiatives, and contribute to a mission-driven organization that serves communities across Ontario.

Expect a workplace that values accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement. Your voice will matter, and your expertise will shape how talent is attracted and retained.

Your Responsibilities

• You’ll manage full-cycle recruitment for a diverse portfolio of requisitions in a fast-paced environment.
• You’ll oversee job postings, sourcing strategies, screening, interview coordination, reference and background checks, and offer preparation.
• You’ll act as a strategic partner to hiring leaders, anticipating needs and delivering expert hiring guidance.
• You’ll develop innovative and inclusive sourcing strategies, building internal and external talent pipelines.
• You’ll maintain recruitment data integrity, leveraging labour market insights and dashboards to inform hiring decisions.
• You’ll represent the organization at career fairs and networking events, strengthening employer brand presence.

Skills and Qualifications

• 5+ years of full-cycle recruitment experience within corporate, agency, or blended environments.
• Post-secondary education in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• Strong knowledge of Ontario’s Employment Standards Act and employment equity legislation.
• Advanced sourcing expertise, including LinkedIn Recruiter and other talent search tools.
• Demonstrated ability to manage high-volume requisitions while delivering exceptional service.
• Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and confidence presenting recruitment insights.
• Professional integrity, independent work ethic, and ability to collaborate effectively.

Note from the Hiring Manager

“We’re looking for someone who can confidently partner with leaders, challenge assumptions when needed, and ensure we are bringing the very best talent into the organization.”

Why Partner with Altis

If you’ve never worked with a staffing agency before, we make it easy. We work with top employers across Canada who have great jobs to fill, each vetted and verified by our team. When you apply for a job with Altis, we get to know you as a candidate and learn what your strengths are. Then, if you’re a solid match, we handle all the logistics, advocating for you as a candidate for the role, providing access to coaching and connecting you directly with the hiring manager. And rest assured, all our services are free of cost for candidates.

We appreciate the time and effort all applicants invest in their submissions. Please note that only candidates shortlisted for this role will be contacted directly. However, your profile will remain under consideration for future opportunities that align with your experience and career goals. All qualified applicants will receive fair consideration for employment. We welcome individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities including those who identify as women, members of racialized groups, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, and 2SLGBTQIA+ communities. If you require an accommodation, please review our accessibility policy and reach out to our accessibility officer with any questions. Our human recruiters review all applications and always make the final hiring decision. On occasion, we also use AI-assisted tools to help review applications.