IT Recruiter (Contract

at  Speridian Technologies

Speridian Technologies (www.speridian.com) is a global IT solution provider with offices in seven countries across the globe. We are technology advisors and solution providers with a proven track record of solving business challenges with our unique industry-based consultative solution approach. We partner with leading software vendors like Microsoft, Salesforce, Oracle, and UiPath to provide our customers with state-of-the-art solutions. We apply these solutions with a broad range of customers in Provincial Governments, Healthcare, Financial Services, and Manufacturing.
We are seeking a highly skilled Freelance IT Recruiter with experience in sourcing, screening, and hiring IT professionals for Ontario Public Sector roles. The ideal candidate has a deep understanding of public sector recruitment processes, compliance requirements, and Ontario government IT frameworks (GO-ITS, procurement models, etc.). This role involves working closely with hiring managers, understanding role requirements, and identifying top IT talent for contract and full-time positions.

REQUIRED SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS:

• Proven experience as an IT recruiter, specifically in Ontario Public Sector recruitment.
• Strong knowledge of Ontario government hiring processes, procurement guidelines, and contract staffing models.
• Familiarity with IT roles such as software development, cybersecurity, cloud computing, DevOps, networking, and project management.
• Experience in high-volume recruitment and ability to manage multiple requisitions simultaneously.
• Proficiency in applicant tracking systems (ATS), LinkedIn Recruiter, and job boards.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills to engage with candidates and stakeholders.
• Understanding of security clearance requirements for government IT roles.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Prior experience recruiting for roles within Ontario ministries, agencies, or Crown corporations.
• Knowledge of GO-ITS standards, Public Sector Threat Risk Assessment (TRA), and Privacy Impact Assessment (PIA).
• Established network of pre-qualified IT professionals in Ontario.

• Talent Sourcing & Screening: Identify and engage qualified IT professionals through job boards, LinkedIn, networking, and referrals.
• Candidate Assessment: Evaluate technical skills, experience, and alignment with Ontario Public Sector job specifications.
• Client Coordination: Collaborate with hiring managers and HR teams to understand job requirements and provide tailored recruitment solutions.
• Public Sector Compliance: Ensure recruitment processes align with Ontario Public Sector standards, including security clearance and procurement frameworks.
• Offer Negotiation & Onboarding: Assist in salary negotiations, contract structuring, and ensuring a smooth onboarding process.
• Pipeline Management: Maintain a network of pre-vetted IT professionals for future roles in government agencies.