About us:

Playground is an internationally renowned gaming destination located a short 15-minute drive south of downtown Montreal, within the Mohawk territory of Kahnawake. We are currently expanding, unveiling new gaming floors, a luxurious hotel, and specialized dining options.

Who you are:

Are you an energetic, people-focused professional looking to launch and accelerate your career in human resources and recruitment? Playground is looking for a Junior Talent Acquisition Specialist to join our collaborative, on-site HR team. As Canada’s premier gaming, dining, and entertainment destination, our team is the heartbeat of our guest experience.

Reporting to the Director of HR, you will contribute to creating a positive and welcoming recruitment experience for candidates while providing essential support to our talent acquisition team. Working closely with and receiving guidance from the Senior Talent Acquisition Specialists, you will support day-to-day recruitment activities, including application screening, candidate pre-screening, reference checks, interview coordination, and recruitment administration. You will help maintain organized candidate pipelines, ensure timely communication with applicants, and support the team in meeting ongoing staffing needs. You will also contribute to onboarding activities, high-volume hiring initiatives, and recruitment events for major tournaments.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop their recruitment skills in a rapid-paced environment while learning from experienced talent acquisition professionals.



The ideal candidate is organized, detail-oriented, adaptable, and eager to contribute to a collaborative team while ensuring candidates receive a professional, responsive, and supportive experience throughout the hiring process.

What we have to offer:

- Competitive compensation ($52K-$55K/year, based on experience)
- Comprehensive group insurance
- Schedule: Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 4:30pm or 9am to 5pm, with flexibility required for occasional evenings or weekends to support hiring days and/or major tournaments.
- Discounts on food
- Opportunities for career advancement
- Parking on site
- Company-wide events
- Playground Cares volunteer opportunities

Responsibilities:

Candidate Pre-Screening & Pipeline Management:

- Support the Senior Talent Acquisition Specialists with day-to-day recruitment activities across multiple departments and roles.
- Review incoming applications and resumes, identifying candidates who meet the initial requirements for each position.
- Conduct initial phone pre-screenings using established screening criteria and guidelines, escalating qualified candidates and relevant findings to the Senior Talent Acquisition Specialists.




- Assist with coordinating interviews, communicating with candidates, and managing interview schedules.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date candidate records, recruitment trackers, and applicant tracking system information.
- Follow up with candidates throughout the recruitment process to support timely communication and a positive candidate experience.
- Help maintain active candidate pipelines and flag recruitment needs, delays, or outstanding follow-ups to the Senior Talent Acquisition Specialists.

Reference Checks & Recruitment Documentation:

- Assist with conducting professional reference checks in accordance with established recruitment procedures.
- Review reference intake forms and supporting documentation for completeness and accuracy before initiating verification calls.
- Coordinate directly with candidates to clarify missing information, discrepancies, or outdated contact details promptly.
- Document reference feedback and verification results accurately, maintaining organized and confidential recruitment records.
- Bring discrepancies, concerns, or incomplete information to the attention of the Senior Talent Acquisition Specialists for review and guidance.
- Ensure recruitment documentation is maintained in accordance with internal procedures and applicable confidentiality requirements.

Onboarding, Compliance & Hiring Events:

- Facilitate onboarding sessions and ensure all pre-hire documentation is complete.
- Coordinate background verificati

📌 Junior Talent Acquisition Specialist/Spécialiste junior en acquisition de talents (Quebec City)
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📍 Quebec City