Talent Acquisition Specialist

Coast Capital Savings

Application Deadline: October 6, 2024
Location(s): Victoria, BC
myWork Options: Hybrid
Starting Salary Range: $72,600-$90,700
Background Screening Requirement:

  • Enhanced Criminal Record Check
  • Credit Check
  • Identity Verification
  • Employment Verification
  • References
  • What’s the job?
    Join our team as a Talent Acquisition Specialist on Vancouver Island where you’ll play a pivotal role in shaping our workforce by finding and engaging with exceptional candidates who bring a wealth of diverse experiences and perspectives. You’ll act as a trusted ally to our hiring managers, guiding them with insight and dedication throughout the recruitment journey. This is your chance to contribute to a dynamic organization that not only values growth but also makes a meaningful impact on the community through our social purpose initiatives.

    What you’ll get to do.

  • Identify and engage with potential candidates using diverse sourcing channels, including social media platforms where you’ll employ a storytelling approach to advertise positions. Attend job fairs and networking events to source qualified talent and build a pipeline for future hiring needs by promoting the Coast Capital employment brand. Conduct initial resume screenings and collaborate with hiring managers to comprehend the specific requirements of each role.
  • Schedule and confirm interview appointments, coordinating with hiring managers to establish interview formats and assessment criteria. Prepare and distribute interview materials, ensuring interviewers are well-informed about candidates’ backgrounds. Facilitate seamless communication and manage all logistics for interviews, whether virtual or in-person. Provide closure to candidates at the end of the process.
  • Develop and execute innovative recruitment strategies to attract the best candidates. Work in partnership with department leaders to anticipate and plan for future hiring needs. Utilize data-driven insights to make informed recruitment decisions.
  • Serve as the key intermediary between candidates and hiring managers, ensuring a smooth recruitment process. Collect and utilize feedback from interviewers to refine recruitment strategies. Provide stakeholders with insights on market trends and best practices in talent acquisition. Work in tandem with the HR team to ensure recruitment efforts are in sync with broader HR objectives. Keep senior management informed on the status of recruitment activities. Facilitate conversations with stakeholders to ensure a fair, consistent selection and decision process.
  • Negotiate salary and benefits with candidates, ensuring terms align with budget constraints. Prepare and extend formal job offer letters and contracts. Handle counter-offers diplomatically and communicate with unsuccessful candidates about offer outcomes. Facilitate the completion of references and background checks.
  • Keep recruitment records accurate and current, documenting candidate evaluations and interview notes meticulously. Ensure all documentation complies with legal and organizational standards, and archive resumes and application materials for future use.
  • Who are we looking for?

  • Previous experience in full-cycle recruitment, and a variety of candidate sourcing techniques in a corporate or agency environment. Extensive experience with Boolean rules, Google X-ray and other search techniques.
  • Proficiency and comfort in using social media platforms, such as LinkedIn and LinkedIn Recruitment to promote career opportunities and employer brand messages.
  • Exceptional communication skills to deliver difficult messages in a positive and productive manner.
  • Ability to develop and implement recruitment strategies specific to the skill-sets required by hiring managers.
  • Knowledge of employment law and hiring practices, specifically in Alberta, BC, Ontario and the Canada Labour Code.
  • Skill in creating skill-based, situation and behavioural interview and assessment guides for each step of the candidate evaluation process.
  • Adept at data analysis for informed recruitment decisions.
  • Experience in salary negotiation and job offer preparation.
  • Track record of meeting or exceeding recruitment targets.
  • Equity, Diversity & Inclusion at Coast Capital
    Don’t meet every single requirement? At Coast Capital, we believe everyone has potential. We are committed to building better, brighter, more inclusive futures for everyone – including our employees. We see the potential in our employees to achieve amazing things and want to invest in your future. If you’re excited about this career opportunity and your experience may not perfectly align with every qualification in this job posting, we still encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for this or other opportunities at Coast Capital.

    At Coast Capital, we are committed to equity, diversity and inclusion. We strongly encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples, Black, and racialized persons, persons with disabilities, people of diverse sexual and gender identities and women. We value applicants who have demonstrated a commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion and recognize that diverse perspectives, experiences and expertise benefit of our employees, our members, and our community.

    We strive to provide an accessible candidate experience for our candidates with different abilities. If you require any accommodations, please contact accessibility@coastcapitalsavings.com or call 778-391-5836. We will work with you to meet your needs.


    Why join Coast Capital Savings?

  • Purpose is our North Star. We look at everything through our purpose. It informs the advice we provide our members, the experiences and products we create, and the programs we build to support our employees and communities.
  • Committed to inclusion and engagement. We have an ongoing focus on equity, diversity, and inclusion and routinely track how we’re doing, and what we need to do to keep improving. We foster a culture where everyone can feel safe to be who they really are and thrive.
  • A career that grows with you. We believe in developing our people and promoting from within. Many employees have spent decades, and sometimes their entire careers, with Coast Capital and have progressed from the frontlines to senior leadership.
  • Work where you’re most effective. In 2020 the world changed, and that includes how we work. In response to COVID-19 we launched myWork, which gives employees flexibility in where they work based on the nature of their role.
  • Benefits that flex to the needs of you and your family. We offer comprehensive, customizable benefits for you and your family, so you can choose what fits best for you and your lifestyle.
  • Retirement options. We also take care of our employees once they retire. That’s why we offer the choice of a defined contribution or defined benefit pension plan or RSP’s.
  • Mortgage and auto financing benefits. Employees save thousands on their mortgages and auto loans with best-in-category benefits.
  • Real Recognition. We recognize excellence throughout the year, through an online community that lets employees give kudos and thanks throughout the year. We’re human, which means we like to have fun with events, celebrations, and recognition throughout the year.
  • An award winning culture. We’re a Platinum member of Canada’s Best Managed Companies and are regularly recognized by Canada’s Most Admired Corporate Cultures and the BC Top Employers Awards.
  • We reinvest 10% back into the community. When we do well, our communities do well. That’s why since 2000 we’ve invested over $90 million into our member’s communities.
  • Double your impact. Through our employee volunteer program, Coast Capital donates $10 for every hour you volunteer to a Canadian charity or non-profit of your choice.
  • D&I at Coast At Coast Capital, we value diversity, equity and inclusion. We’re not all the same and we like it that way. We don’t just accept differences – we celebrate, support, and we thrive on them for the benefit of our employees, our members, and our community. We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills.