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. 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. 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. 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 Parking on site Candidate Pre-Screening & Pipeline Management Support the Senior Talent Acquisition Specialists with day-to-day recruitment activities across multiple departments and roles.



Conduct initial phone pre-screenings using established screening criteria and guidelines, escalating qualified candidates and relevant findings to the Senior Talent Acquisition Specialists. 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. 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. Provide core logistical support for high-volume recruitment drives and dedicated interview days. Support recruitment surges for major tournaments. Maintain accurate and up-to-date candidate records in the ATS system.



Recruitment Continuity & Team Support Assist with maintaining recruitment continuity during periods of increased hiring activity or team absences. Keep candidate pipelines, interview schedules, and recruitment records current to support effective team collaboration. Diploma of College Studies (DEC) or a bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Industrial Relations, Business Administration, or a related discipline. Equivalent practical experience in recruitment or HR administration will also be considered. ~1 to 2 years of experience in recruitment coordination, talent acquisition, human resources administration, or a high-volume customer service or hospitality environment. ~ Ability to manage multiple administrative tasks, prioritize competing deadlines, and follow established procedures. ~ A collaborative mindset, willingness to learn, and ability to receive direction and feedback from senior team members. ~ High integrity in handling confidential personnel files, background checks, and regulatory documentation. ~ Perfectly bilingual in English and French, both verbally and in writing. ~ Must be able to work 100% on site. ~ Playground est une destination de jeu de renommée internationale située à seulement 15 minutes en voiture au sud du centre-ville de Montréal, sur le territoire mohawk de Kahnawake. Nous sommes actuellement en pleine expansion et dévoilons de nouvelles aires de jeux, un hôtel luxueux ainsi qu’une offre de restauration spécialisée. Vous êtes une personne dynamique et axée sur les relations humaines qui souhaite lancer et propulser sa carrière en ressources humaines et en recrutement ? Playground est à la recherche d’un(e) spécialiste junior en acquisition de talents pour se joindre à son équipe RH collaborative sur pla

📌 Junior Talent Acquisition Specialist/Spécialiste junior en acquisition de talents (Canada)
🏢 Playground
📍 Canada