Talent Acquisition Manager, Canada

At GHD, we don’t just believe in the power of commitment, we live and breathe it every day!

That’s why we pledge to support and empower all our people to make a positive impact when working hand in hand with our business to motivate change. We'll help you accelerate your career and empower you with the right technology and training as you bring ideas and projects to life.

Together with your colleagues, clients, and partners, you'll make an impact that is felt by all.

Workplace & Flexibility 

At GHD, we foster a culture of innovation, inclusion, and shared success where your ideas matter, your growth is supported, and your contributions make a real impact. Our hybrid work model is designed to enable you to thrive both at work and beyond, offering up to two days working from home each week while keeping you connected and collaborative in our vibrant in-person environment. This role can be based in our Greater Toronto, Waterloo, Montreal, or Vancouver offices.

Who are we looking for?

GHD has a new and exciting opportunity for a Talent Acquisition Manager to lead TA in Canada and support strategic recruitment. You’ll partner across the broader TA network to champion transformational change, build capability, and ensure we appoint the best talent across our business. As a strategic partner, you’ll influence senior stakeholders, solve complex challenges, and align talent strategies with GHD’s long term goals. In addition to leading Talent Acquisition for Canada, you will also support strategic recruitment initiatives and/or lead a regional TA team within the country, collaborating across geographies to drive strategic outcomes.

Working with an energetic and high performing team, this position offers a variety of work where you will

• Lead, coach, and grow a high performing Talent Acquisition team; build a culture of innovation, continuous improvement, and results.
• Advise senior leaders and partner across functions and regions to deliver integrated, long-term talent solutions that advance business outcomes.
• Enable hiring managers with enterprise training on interviewing, candidate assessment, inclusive hiring, and data-driven decision making. 
• Champion transformation and capability building initiatives across Canada and the broader region to accelerate TA performance and impact.
• Anticipate business needs and design solutions that navigate complexity and unlock opportunities. 
• Optimize policies & processes to ensure compliance, scalability, and an exceptional candidate and stakeholder experience. 

• Contribute to strategic planning by aligning TA priorities with organizational objectives and future possibilities.

   

• Promote inclusive recruitment and support programs that advance diversity, equity, and inclusion across Canada.

What you’ll bring to the team

• A strategic, action oriented mindset, comfortable moving fast on tough challenges. 
• Deep business insight and the ability to tailor communication for diverse audiences. 
• Skill in navigating organizational dynamics, building stakeholder influence and aligning plans to strategic goals. 
• Data-driven insights to inform strategy, measure outcomes, and continuously enhance service to internal clients. 
• Proven ability to solve complexity with clarity and drive continuous improvement. 

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent combination of education and experience). 
• Experience leading teams through transformational change in talent acquisition at both country and regional levels.
• Track record of partnering with senior leaders and managing diverse stakeholder relationships.
• Strategic mindset with results aligned to business goals.
• Advanced ATS experience (Oracle Cloud Recruiter is a plus) and extensive LinkedIn Recruiter expertise. 
• Demonstrated strategic sourcing and non‑traditional pipeline development. 
• Commitment to diversity, inclusion, and continuous improvement.

Salary & Important Info

• The salary range for this position is $149,825 - $194,825.  The posted salary range represents the expected hiring range for GHD locations in its major city centres. Ranges may vary for positions in other locations. At GHD, base salary is determined by your skills, experience, qualifications and work location. We are committed to offering competitive compensation and adhere to all relevant pay transparency legislation.  
• The use of artificial intelligence (AI) in recruiting is just getting started and may be used during the process to improve efficiency and fairness. Your application may be reviewed by both AI and our hiring team. While AI supports some steps through the process, all final hiring decisions are made by humans
• As a diverse and inclusive organization, we encourage individual achievement and recognize the strength of a diverse workforce. GHD is an equal opportunity employer. Upon request, GHD will provide reasonable accommodation for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment and selection process.
• This position is for an existing vacancy.

Ready to lead with impact?
Apply today and see what the power of commitment can do for your career.