Talent Acquisition Advisor (12 Month Term)

at  Canadian Nuclear Laboratories

Are you looking for a role that will challenge you? Our Talent team is looking for a strategic influencer who sees CNL as their customer, the hiring manager as their partner, and speed, quality, and diversity as their measures of success. You will work closely with Human Resources Business Partners (HRBP) and hiring managers to plan and execute a talent acquisition strategy that drives a memorable candidate experience and a strong employer brand in the market. This role will have you continually develop and nurture trusting relationships with potential hires and internal stakeholders while striving to deliver a timely experience. Can you see yourself contributing to creating a strong talent pipeline for CNL’s current and future hiring needs? If so, apply today!

What will you be doing!

• Full-cycle recruitment for open positions & potential future vacancies including advertising, recruiting, sourcing, screening, interviewing, assessing, salary recommendation preparation, offer letter preparation and offer negotiation to ensure highly qualified interested candidates are brought on board to CNL.
• Developing strategic recruitment plans by assessing requirements in consultation with HRBP’s and internal clients; including selection of the most appropriate recruiting tools to source and recruitment strategies to find the best candidates.
• Working closely with HRBP’s to address talent gaps and proactively support those gaps by looking at retirement plans, student planning etc.
• Sourcing and planning ahead through prospecting talent for key positions and creating talent pools within our network. Work closely with the HRBP’s to execute against a Talent Acquisition Strategy and revise and tweak as needed.
• Collaborating with the HRBP’s and HR analytics team to enhance recruitment efficiencies and provide a tailored analysis to CNL clients on recruitment metrics within their Mission and departments.
• Sitting in on manager-level and above interviews with the hiring panel to provide HR support.
• Contributing to the ongoing evolution of CNL’s talent acquisition strategy; always striving for continuous improvement and to position CNL as an employer of choice.
• Collaborating with other members of the Human Resources Team on various projects.
• Leading and/or participating in CNL projects that enhance the Talent Acquisition processes, systems, and capability.
• Supporting, organize and attend career fairs, job fairs, job pools and recruiting events.
• Other duties as assigned by your manager.

What we are looking for:

• Someone who has the ability to:
• Establish a strong candidate experience with a high volume of candidates, clearly communicate CNL’s employee value proposition to them and negotiate an offer to bring the best talent on board.
• Navigate and create a consultative approach to working with hiring managers, directors, and HRBPs regarding hiring needs and recruitment strategy.
• Surmise the urgency of filling requests to hires from clients while showcasing the skills to keep all internal parties looped in.
• Use their effective verbal and written communication skills to persuade, influence, or educate various audiences (e.g., senior management or executive-level reporting/presentations, business unit managers).
• Utilise their comprehensive knowledge of sourcing best practices and candidate sourcing channels to enable strategic headhunting and networking in recruitment circles.
• Experience:
• Minimum of five (5) years of experience in high-volume full cycle (end to end) recruitment.
• Experience recruiting in a unionized environment and the ability to read and interpret collective agreements.
• Experience in an agency and in-house recruiting.
• Demonstrated success in planning and executing strategic recruitment initiatives.
• Expert in sourcing tools such as LinkedIn Recruiter, Indeed, etc.
• Proficiency with using and administering an Applicant Tracking System (Taleo is an asset).
• Education:
• Completion of a University degree or college diploma in the field of Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.
• Relevant professional designation or working towards one is considered an asset - RPR and/or CHRP/CHRL.
• Security clearance eligibility required:
• Reliability Status with Site Access Security Clearance (SASC), which requires a minimum of 5 years of verifiable history in Canada, Australia, New Zealand, the United States, and/or the United Kingdom.

Working Conditions:

• Ability to work well under pressure and remain calm during high-volume periods.
• May be required to perform overtime when required.
• Must be able to work remotely and attend CNL site as necessary.
• Occasional day and overnight travel required (Job fairs, Conferences, Site Visits, Hiring Campaigns Off-site, etc.) may be required.

Why CNL?
Does working with a team across Canada to advance nuclear science and technology for a clean and secure world speak to you? We’re reinventing ourselves to be the pacesetters so we can lead the charge in solving the problems that matter, like building the next generation of clean nuclear and hydrogen energy solutions, developing new and better-targeted cancer treatments, and continuing to lead the world in environmental remediation.

We offer a complete total rewards package :

• paid time off (vacation, sick, floater & personal);
• benefits effective day one, that’s right, no waiting period;
• tuition support
• and a pension!

Do Our Priorities Resonate with You?

• Clean energy for today and tomorrow.
• Restore and protect the Environment.
• Contribute to the health of Canadians.

Location:
CNL works with employees across Canada to enable a remote workforce where possible. Our Work from Home employees are provided with the equipment required to be successful: laptop, monitor, external keyboard and mouse, etc. Of course, we always love a visit to site when possible!
CNL is committed to providing an atmosphere free from barriers that promotes equity, diversity and inclusion in achieving our mission. CNL welcomes and celebrates employees, stakeholders and partners of all racial, cultural, and ethnic identities. Read up further on our DE&I Commitment (Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at CNL - Canadian Nuclear Laboratories).
CNL also supports a workplace environment and corporate culture built on our Core Values: respect, Teamwork, Accountability, Safety, Integrity, and Excellence. These values encourage equitable employment practices and career prospects inclusive of accommodations for all employees.
CNL is committed to being an equal opportunity employer. If you require accommodation measures during any phase of the hiring process, please indicate via our ATS when applying. All information received regarding accommodation requests will be kept confidential.
The Chalk River Laboratories site is located on the unceded and unsurrendered territory of the Algonquin Anishinaabe people. As an organization, CNL recognizes and appreciates their historic connection to this place. CNL also recognizes the contributions that First Nations, Métis, Inuit and other Indigenous Peoples have made, both in shaping and strengthening this community in particular and this province and country as a whole.

• Full-cycle recruitment for open positions & potential future vacancies including advertising, recruiting, sourcing, screening, interviewing, assessing, salary recommendation preparation, offer letter preparation and offer negotiation to ensure highly qualified interested candidates are brought on board to CNL.
• Developing strategic recruitment plans by assessing requirements in consultation with HRBP’s and internal clients; including selection of the most appropriate recruiting tools to source and recruitment strategies to find the best candidates.
• Working closely with HRBP’s to address talent gaps and proactively support those gaps by looking at retirement plans, student planning etc.
• Sourcing and planning ahead through prospecting talent for key positions and creating talent pools within our network. Work closely with the HRBP’s to execute against a Talent Acquisition Strategy and revise and tweak as needed.
• Collaborating with the HRBP’s and HR analytics team to enhance recruitment efficiencies and provide a tailored analysis to CNL clients on recruitment metrics within their Mission and departments.
• Sitting in on manager-level and above interviews with the hiring panel to provide HR support.
• Contributing to the ongoing evolution of CNL’s talent acquisition strategy; always striving for continuous improvement and to position CNL as an employer of choice.
• Collaborating with other members of the Human Resources Team on various projects.
• Leading and/or participating in CNL projects that enhance the Talent Acquisition processes, systems, and capability.
• Supporting, organize and attend career fairs, job fairs, job pools and recruiting events.
• Other duties as assigned by your manager