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.
Define and operationalize TA competencies aligned to workforce planning, strategic sourcing, assessment & selection, inclusive hiring practices, and talent advisory and influence.
Build TA capability to support future‑state hiring, not just current demand.
Ensure TA practices are aligned with broader HR competencies and leadership expectations.
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 with flexible, business‑aligned delivery.
Foster a culture of curiosity, continuous improvement, and data‑driven decision‑making.
Strengthen EQB’s employer value proposition in a competitive financial services and fintech market.
Partner with Marketing and Communications to ensure a compelling, authentic, and inclusive talent brand.
Position EQB’s as an employer of choice for both external candidates and internal talent.
Establish clear governance for hiring, mobility, and vendor usage.
Use data and insights to monitor hiring and mobility outcomes, identify risks and opportunities, and inform leadership decision‑making.
Ensure compliance with employment legislation and internal risk standards.
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 experience, and acting as a key people partner during post‑acquisition transitions.
Requirements
10+ years of recruiting experience; a mix of corporate and agency with a focus on talent, workforce planning and recruiting
Must have previous high volume and corporate recruitment experience
5+ years in a team leadership role
Banking and Technology recruitment experience
Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Human Resources or 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 and self-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
Benefits
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