About Our Client
Our client is a key player in the investment management space.
Position Scope
Our client is seeking a Senior Manager, Talent Acquisition to join the Human Resources Team. Based in Toronto, this position offers an excellent opportunity in a dynamic environment for an individual with a hands‑on, individual contributor focus and direct ownership of a full‑cycle recruitment portfolio.
The Manager will be responsible for managing a high‑volume, end‑to‑end requisition load across various lines of business including Real Estate, Private Equity, Infrastructure and Corporate. This role is primarily delivery‑focused, with accountability for driving recruitment outcomes across assigned searches.
In addition to owning individual searches, this person will help to develop and execute recruitment programs to meet the growing needs of the organization.
Responsibilities
Creatively source candidates for positions, utilizing a variety of recruitment resources such as employee referrals, internet sites and recruitment agencies
Manage a defined portfolio of open requisitions, driving full‑cycle recruitment from intake through to offer and acceptance
Evaluate resumes, interview and present qualified candidates to hiring managers and solicit feedback on candidates to refine recruiting strategy as applicable
Partner with the hiring managers to create, edit and post job descriptions to internal and external job search sites
Oversee the coordination and scheduling of interviews, together with HR coordinator
Gather and present market data on hiring trends and market compensation
Establish strong relationships with internal employees and hiring managers to foster a partnership throughout the interview process
Work with the business to understand and to develop their specific recruiting goals. Implement recruiting strategies that are aligned with each line of business.
Ensure positive candidate experience with frequent and timely communication throughout recruitment process
Act as an ambassador for the organization; educate candidates on the culture, career growth, benefits and many advantages of working for the organization
Understand diversity goals for each business and create a strategy to meet these goals
Conduct compensation conversations with both Human Resources and hiring manager to ensure internal and external equity
Track recruiting metrics to determine efficiencies and areas for improvement – provide updates to senior management
Requirements
B.A./B.Sc with 5‑7+ years of recruitment experience working in‑house or with a recruitment agency focused on the financial sector
Track record of employee placement in finance, operations and corporate functions
Proven ability to manage multiple concurrent requisitions and prioritize effectively in a high-volume environment
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build solid relationships through value‑added execution
High energy, proactive and self‑motivated
Excellent verbal/written communication skills as well as strong interpersonal and organizational skills
Ability to work in a fast‑paced, high‑change workplace
Demonstrate a sense of urgency and attention to details
Innovative, creative and results oriented
Equity Statement
Summit Search Group is a fair and equitable search firm. We welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process.