Talent Acquisition Specialist Needed at PwC, Toronto

Job Title:     Talent Acquisition Specialist
Job Ref:     2389BR
Location:     ON - Toronto
Employer:    PWC
Category:     Internal Firm Services
Job Type:     Full-time
About Us    
Collaborate with industry leaders, diverse teams and innovative minds.
PwC is your opportunity of a lifetime.  As one of the world’s leading professional service networks with 26 offices across Canada, your skills, talents and knowledge will flourish. You’ll be inspired by the engaging work you do, the diverse people on your team, and the clients we serve – from world-renowned brands to innovative start-ups. As a team member, you’ll be learning and your insights will be embraced in an environment that values leadership and excellence.
Our Consulting & Deals Practice:
Our extensive selection of services provides business with the value they’re looking for.  Our Consulting and Deals practices provide advice and assistance based on our financial, analytical and business process skills to enhance the performance of companies of all sizes. Whether it's a proactive review of a client's operations to improve performance or a valuation on a multi-million dollar, cross-border transaction, our Advisory Services professionals can help. Our clients recognize our ability to draw on our national and international network of professionals to put feet on the ground and deliver fast, proven results.
The Opportunity: Talent Acquisition Specialist, Consulting & Deals
Our Talent Acquisition team is looking for a Talent Acquisition Specialist to join our Toronto office with a focus on recruitment for our Consulting & Deals group. We look for individuals who are ready for a challenge and want to collaborate with diverse teams, take responsibility for their personal growth, and help our firm operate with quality and integrity.

Job Requirements:
·    Undergraduate Degree (e.g., BA, BS) or equivalent experience
·    CHRP preferred
Experience Level:
•    3 - 5 yers of experience, with specific success in experienced hire activity, preferably in a professional services firm in a role that demonstrates steady progression and advancement with increased responsibilities.
•    Proven track record in creatively sourcing and hiring talent.
•    A working understanding of sourcing programs to drive the execution of strategic sourcing priorities.
•    Understanding of the sourcing market and the local market influence on the sourcing of candidates.
•    Effective administrative skills and the ability to operationally deploy all aspects of programs efficiently and effectively.
•    Excellent communication skills (written / verbal)
•    Ability to work and navigate effectively in a matrix organization/partnership structure.
•    Strong critical thinking skills with the ability to assess situations strategically and develop a collaborative approach.
•    Excellent judgment; has a broad view and good common sense
•    Bilingualism - French and English would be an asset

Job Duties:
•    sourcing of experienced candidates for positions within the GTA and Ottawa region for Consulting & Deals. The incumbent is also involved in workforce planning, sourcing planning, organizing sourcing events, applicant tracking, conducting interviews, and pre-placement testing and background verification.
•    Strategic & Technical Orientation: Understanding and vision of the strategic objectives and regional sourcing needs. Possesses and demonstrates experienced sourcing and executive search subject matter expertise.
•    Range of Impact: Virtual presence in every market in support of our firm-wide experienced sourcing activities. Resolves complex problems by continuously applying significant independent judgment and by collaborating with others. Deep understanding and vision of regional customer needs and experienced sourcing opportunities.
•    Scope of Responsibility: Recruiting of experienced candidates from regional and national markets. Responsible for the regional short-term recruiting initiatives and working with the national sourcing team to develop strategic long-term sourcing relationships.
Primary Responsibilities
•    Provide overall recruitment coverage and guidance to Internal Firm Services client groups, working effectively with Partners, Directors and/or Managers to coordinate recruitment activities for Consulting and Deals Group
•    Provide cost effective recruitment strategies, including proactively pipelining suitable candidates with the goal of reducing involvement of outside executive search organizations.
•    Collaborate with Partners/Directors and/or Managers to confirm appropriate approvals are in place, create requisitions and validate job descriptions to ensure the role is marketed to attract top talent.
•    Identify and screen candidates to interview, conduct interviews, make recommendations to client groups by providing a detailed summary.
•    Work with HR to negotiate and finalize offer details.
•    Ensure national standardized processes, policies and templates are utilized.
•    Maintain strong working relationship with client groups, HR and specific industry sector leaders.
•    Work effectively with the Recruitment Shared Service Centre to ensure a consistent and successful onboarding process for new hires.

Why Work for PwC
To discover your career potential, you need an environment that allows your knowledge to deepen, your talents to flourish, and your skills to sharpen. PwC strives to inspire its employees to be their best in an environment where people can be both authentic and diverse.   Our employees make an impact with their dedication to client service, creativity, and high performance.  Whatever your passion is, the opportunities available to you at PwC will help you realize your career aspirations.  Join us and watch your working life become the opportunity of a lifetime.
As a PwC employee, you can:
•    Be part of a dynamic, inclusive workplace environment, where you are valued for the unique contribution you bring
•    Diversify your client experience by working directly with leading-edge public and private clients of all sizes and in a variety of industries
•    Participate in our community, environmental and sustainability activities
•    Take advantage of our comprehensive benefits, including our fitness allowance and wellness programs, which help you find better flexibility with work and other parts of your life

Deadline: 12-02-2014

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