Join a Challenger
At EQ, we’re remaking banking so every Canadian gets ahead, every day. Serving nearly 4 million Canadians from coast to coast, we offer a wide variety of financial services from banking and lending, to trust and credit union solutions.

We’ve been at this since 1970, challenging the conventions of traditional banking with smarter, faster, and more connected financial experiences.

What’s kept us moving?
The people behind it all: challengers who ask better questions, push back on old assumptions, and look for a better way forward.

If you’re driven to help reshape how banking works for Canadians and the businesses that power our economy, this could be your next big opportunity.

We can’t wait to get to know you!

Purpose of the Job
The Director, Talent Acquisition is a senior leadership role responsible for building a modern, integrated talent acquisition ecosystem that supports EQB’s growth strategy, acquisitions integration, and long‑term workforce sustainability.

This role goes beyond external hiring. It is accountable for end‑to‑end talent movement,external recruitment, internal mobility, career pathing, and succession‑ready pipelines,ensuring the right talent is in the right roles at the right time.

AsEQBcontinues to scale through acquisitions and transformation, this leader will design and execute enterprise TA strategies that enable seamless integration, transparent career pathways, and equitable access to opportunity across the organization.

Main Activities:
Enterprise Talent Acquisition Strategy

Own and execute the enterprise‑wide Talent Acquisition strategy, aligned to business growth, acquisitions integration, and workforce planning.

Evolve TA from a delivery function to a strategic advisory partner to business and HR leadership.

Translate business and integration roadmaps into forward‑looking talent plans and hiring strategies.

TA Capability & Competency Alignment

Define and operationalizeTA competenciesaligned to:

Workforce planning

Strategic sourcing

Assessment & selection

Inclusive hiring practices

Talent advisory and influence

Build TA capability to supportfuture‑state hiring, not just current demand.

Ensure TA practices are aligned with broader HR competencies and leadership expectations.

Team Leadership & Operating Model

Lead, coach, and develop a high‑performing TA team with clear accountability and career progression.

Evolve the TA operating model to balance:

Centralized strategy and standards

Flexible, business‑aligned delivery

Foster a culture of curiosity, continuous improvement, and data‑driven decision‑making.

Employer Brand & Talent Market Positioning

StrengthenEQB’semployer value proposition in a competitive financial services and fintech market.





Partner with Marketing and Communications to ensure a compelling, authentic, and inclusive talent brand.

PositionEQB’sas an employer of choice for both external candidates and internal talent.

Governance, Data & Insight

Establish clear governance for hiring, mobility, and vendor usage.

Use data and insights to:

Monitor hiring and mobility outcomes

Identify risks and opportunities

Inform leadership decision‑making

Ensure compliance with employment legislation and internal risk standards.

Acquisitions Integration Enablement

Lead TA integration efforts for acquired businesses, including:

Harmonizing hiring practices, assessment standards, and employer brand

Supporting role clarity, career mapping, and talent stabilization

Ensuring a consistent and equitable candidate and employee experienceAct as a key people partner during post‑acquisition transitions.

What Success Looks Like:

Internal mobility is visible, trusted, and actively used across the organization

Acquisitions are supported by clear talent integration and career pathways

Leaders view TA as a strategic partner, not a transactional service

TA capabilities and competencies are aligned to future workforce needs

Time‑to‑fill, quality‑of‑hire, and engagement outcomes improve sustainably

Knowledge/Skill Requirements:

10+ years of recruiting experience; a mix of corporate and agencywith a focus on talent, workforce planning andrecruiting

Must have previous high volume and corporate recruitment experience

5+ years in a team leadership role

Banking and Technology recruitment experience

Bachelor’s Degree inBusinessAdministration,Human Resourcesor a related field

Must demonstrate education around unconscious bias, reconciliation work, intercultural competence, accessibility and accommodation awareness

Ability to understand a wide range of technical roles

Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information appropriately

Ability to lead and manage special projects

Exemplary interviewing and investigative skills

Clear understanding of the end-to-end recruitment lifecycle processes

Adept in Boolean Search

Experienced in using applicant-tracking systems (ATS). Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel and PowerPoint)

In-depth experience conducting research, and sourcing candidates through social media (LinkedIn)





Ability to clearly communicate technical, analytical/quantitative or conceptual information and ideas

Experience in building and maintaining relationships with business units, partners, third party vendors

Strong conflict resolution and negotiation skills

Strong interpersonal skills, high energy, proactive andself-motivated

Experience working in high-volume, fast-paced environments

Experience coaching recruiters and managers re unbiased interview processes

Abreast with the Canada Labour Code and all Canadian employment regulations in relation to recruitment

Able to quickly respond to changes in priorities

What we offer [For full-time permanent roles]

Competitive discretionary bonus

Market leading RRSP match program

Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability benefits

Employee Share Purchase Plan

Maternity/Parental top-up while you care for your little one

Generous vacation policy and personal days

Virtual events to connect with your fellow colleagues

Professional development and comprehensive Career Development program

A fulfilling opportunity to join one of the top FinTechs and help create a new kind of banking experience

The incumbent will be working hybrid and in office time will be spent working from EQ Bank’s additional office space located at 2200-25 Ontario Street, Toronto, ON .

Equity, Diversity & Inclusion
EQ is committed to building an inclusive, accessible environment where every employee feels valued, respected, and supported. We believe our organization is stronger — and our people thrive — when we honour and celebrate diverse experiences, identities, and perspectives. We’re equally committed to supporting your growth, both professionally and personally.

We provide a barrier‑free recruitment process and work setting. If you require accommodations at any stage, we will work with you to ensure you can bring your best self to the process and beyond.

As part of our recruitment process, EQ uses AI to help screen, assess, and/or select applicants for this position. All AI-enabled outputs are reviewed and validated by our talent team. All candidates considered for hire must successfully complete a criminal background check and credit check. While we appreciate every application, an EQ recruiter will contact only those whose skills and experience most closely match the requirements of the role.

EQB Inc. (TSX: EQB) is the parent company of Equitable Bank, the country’s seventh‑largest Schedule I bank by assets, which operates EQ Bank, Canada’s Challenger Bank™. EQB Inc. serves nearly 4 million Canadians and manages approximately $150 billion in combined assets under management and administration.

To learn more, visit eqb.investorroom.com and eqbank.ca.

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📌 Director, Talent Acquisition (12-14 month contract) (Ontario)
🏢 EQ Bank | Canada's Challenger Bank
📍 Ontario