Talent Acquisition Specialist

For over 50 years, LifeLabs has been Canada’s leading provider of laboratory diagnostic information and digital health connectivity systems, enabling patients and healthcare practitioners to diagnose, treat, monitor and prevent disease. We are passionate about empowering healthier Canadians through accessible, accurate, and innovative diagnostic services.

We are committed innovators, operating Canada's first commercial genetics lab, and the country's largest online patient portal, with more than 8 million Canadians receiving their results online. More than 112 million laboratorytests come through LifeLabs’ laboratories annually, and our team of more than 6,000 passionate, caring, and diverse professionals works together as one to provide high quality testing and results that Canadians can trust.

We know that behind every lab requisition, sample being tested, or investment in technology is an individual and their family counting on us. At LifeLabs, you can make a meaningful impact on Canadians’ lives every day.

Our teams are at the heart of everything we do. We are proud to be recognized as one of Canada’s Best Employers, reflecting our deep commitment to our core values of caring, agility, teamwork, and a customer-centered approach. As part of this commitment, LifeLabs prioritizes the ongoing development of our diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) program to better serve the needs of our diverse workforce and the communities we serve. We continue to take steps to challenge ourselves to act with courage and integrity, and to create an environment where people can be their true selves.

These values are not just words on a page, they guide our actions and decisions every day and have come to define our team culture.

Reports To: National Manager, Talent Acquisition
Status: Temporary Full Time (1 Year Contract)
Schedule: Monday-Friday
Start Date: ASAP
Internal Application Deadline: February 10, 2025

LifeLabs operates under a Hybrid workforce model. Further details will be provided during the interview stage.

This vacancy is for an existing position.

Purpose of the Role:

The Talent Acquisition Specialist supports the hiring of Frontline roles in designated areas. This position ensures customer service excellence and timely completion of duties and assignments that meet or exceed customer expectations.

Your Responsibilities Will Include:

• Partner with the business to provide proactive and collaborative support throughout the recruitment lifecycle
• Build and maintain “trusted advisor” relationships with Business Leaders, Hiring Managers and HR Business Partners
• Lead complex recruitment initiatives to deliver a best-in-class experience
• Monitor labor market dynamics and share information with the team and managers building on solutions for talent challenges
• Plan, develop, implement, direct and constantly re-evaluate LifeLabs’s recruitment activities
• Develop customized recruitment strategies
• Manage the internal recruitment system, posting jobs, reviewing CVs, interviewing and provide your recommendation to the business
• Create sourcing and pipeline recruitment strategies to provide proactive TA support to the business

What You Will Bring To The Role:

• Post-secondary education – University degree or College diploma - Human Resources/Business Administration preferred
• 3-5 years of extensive previous experience
• Demonstrated strong functional knowledge and experience within Talent Acquisition, as well as employment practices, compliance requirements, laws, and applicable governing regulations
• Communication and influencing skills, both oral and written
• Demonstrated business acumen, consultive and relationship building skills
• Problem solving skills, ability to determine root cause of complex issues and arrive at sound programs, policies and solutions
• Critical thinking and independent judgment, project management and organizational skills
• Ability to work under minimal supervision, with deadlines, and with occasional ambiguity
• Advanced level of computer skills with ability to use advanced features of various software programs, including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, applicant tracking system (ATS), case management system, and electronic mail/calendaring systems
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LifeLabs’ compensation programs are commensurate based on the role, skill, effort, responsibility and working conditions, irrespective of gender, race, ethnicity, beliefs, age or any other personal characteristics. Pay programs are communicated regularly in an accessible and transparent manner.

LifeLabs is also proud to offer resources, opportunities, as well as a collaborative and supportive environment that enables our team members to thrive.

In addition to a competitive compensation package, LifeLabs provides a comprehensive total rewards program, specific to the job position. Your package may include:
 

• Employee Group Benefits: Competitive coverage for employees and their families to support their overall health and wellness needs, including Extended Health Care, Dental Care, and Life Insurance.
• Retirement Savings Plan
• Vacation and Wellness Days
• Employee Wellness and Giving Programs: Our award winning mental, physical and financial wellness programs aim to address the comprehensive well-being of our team members, including resources like the Employee & Family Assistance Program, financial planning tools, and employee recognition initiatives.
• Professional development and membership reimbursement, access to preferred rates and discount programs, including WorkPerks, Home and Auto Insurance, Costco Membership, etc., and optional health-related benefits.

In accordance with LifeLabs’ Accessibility Policy, and the applicable Accessibility Acts within the provinces we operate in, accommodations are available by request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process. For a confidential inquiry or to request an accommodation, please contact your recruiter or email careers@lifelabs.com.

Vaccinations are highly encouraged at LifeLabs’. Vaccinations and/or immunization screening may be mandatory for selected employees if regulated by provincial or regional governments, or through employer-led vaccination policies in the facilities we service. Please ensure you ask if this position requires the successful candidate to be vaccinated or undergo immunization screening.

Ready to empower healthier Canadians? Apply today!