Talent Acquisition Advisor

Position: Talent Acquisition Advisor

Location: Vaudreuil-Dorion, Quebec (Hybrid / Flexibility policy)

Status: Full-time, permanent (1)

Do you have a deep passion for people and enjoy building strong relationships? Do you enjoy creating and maintaining relationships and would like to work in an environment where the candidate experience is unique? Would you like to contribute to the growth of a great family-owned Company and participate in recruiting top talent?

Here is a great opportunity to be an integral part of a dedicated, enthusiastic HR team that enjoys having fun! We are looking for a motivated, authentic and creative individual to fill the role of Talent Acquisition Advisor and thus support Quadra's long-term growth.

Reporting to the Talent Acquisition Manager, you will be responsible for attracting talent in an environment where recruitment plays a strategic role for the company. You will greatly contribute to Quadra's success by supporting our unique culture, our vision of being an employer of choice by identifying, evaluating, and selecting the best talent to contribute to Quadra’s success in Canada and the United States.

Who are we?

At Quadra, we put people first so that together we can reimagine the possibilities.

Founded in 1976, Quadra, a Quebec-based company, is dedicated to its 550+ employees located in Canada and the United States. You will join a team of HR professionals who support managers across the country and on the American side of the border.

Quadra is one of the leading distributors of chemicals and ingredients in North America. We have facilities throughout Canada and in certain US markets. We are a rapidly growing company with a long-term commitment to our employees. If you are committed to achieving excellence, your place is at Quadra.

As a Talent Acquisition Advisor, what will be your primary responsibilities? How will you support the team? :

Partnership – Talent Acquisition (70%):

• Build trust-based relationships with managers, the HR team, and candidates
• Complete the entire recruitment process (internal mandate, job posting, phone interviews, virtual and in-person interviews, psychometric tests, candidate presentations, interviews with managers, background checks, etc.).
• Evaluate the skills of different candidates
• Collaborate with managers to establish a clear and structured recruitment process
• Actively participate in the implementation of recruitment and candidate experience strategies with various managers
• Prepare and manage job postings on the careers page as well as on other relevant job websites (LinkedIn & Indeed); manage the career page and update content to remain relevant and adequately promote available opportunities
• Draft employment contracts, offer letters (in support of internal mobility), role changes, etc.
• Support managers and act as an expert/advisor to effectively target workforce needs (planning, recruitment, retention)
• Adopt a proactive strategy to find candidates for vacant positions
• Actively participate in the candidate and employee experience by maintaining excellent communication with candidates and supporting them from the onboarding to the integration process
• Work closely with the Learning and OD team, Payroll team, HRBPs and our HRIS specialist to support the integration of new employees

Employer Brand (20%):

• Work jointly with the Communication and Marketing team to promote Quadra as an employer of choice
• Assist in creating and promoting the employer brand by being a Quadra ambassador internally and externally, ensuring a presence on social media by promoting Quadra
  • Ensure job descriptions and postings are up to date by working with managers
  • Update our careers site via HRIS
• Collaborate with the Learning & OD team on our HR Newsletter and Employee Experience platform
• Oversee Quadra's referral program and implement innovative solutions to enhance the employee value proposition
• Stay updated on the latest market innovations and best practices and make recommendations to managers, members of the leadership team, and the HR team

HR Projects (10%):

• Participate in and support multiple HR projects :
  • Build and analyze reports that we present quarterly and annually to the Leadership Team
  • Collaborate with the Learning and OD team on internal training activities
  • Support our internal student program
• And more, depending on your aspirations!

What are the key skills and requirements to be successful in the role of Talent Acquisition Advisor? :

Skills:

• Passionate and demonstrate curiosity, creativity, and optimism
• Attention to detail and excellent professional judgment
• Ability to influence decision-making processes; excellent negotiation skills and active listening
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously
•  Empathy and ability to build rapport with candidates, understand their motivations, and skillfully guide them through the recruitment process
• Results-oriented approach with a commitment to excellence and exceeding goals
• Flexibility and solution-oriented mindset
• Desire to collaborate while having strong abilities to work autonomously and take initiatives
• Interest in continuous learning about the organization, its employees, and the various industries we serve

Education and Work Experience :

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Relations, Human Resources or Business Administration with an HR Management option

• Minimum of 5+ years experience in in talent acquisition/recruitment in a fast-growing and evolving environment or equivalent HR experience as a generalist or advisor
• Demonstrated experience in the full recruitment cycle
• Good general knowledge of human resources and labor laws
• Being a member of the Order (CRHA/CHRP) is an asset
• Strong knowledge of the Canadian job market
• Excellent written and spoken communication skills in French and English (bilingualism required) with a focus on influencing and marketing
• Excellent knowledge of the Microsoft Office suite and the use of social media (LinkedIn & Indeed)
• Ability to travel Canada & US (5-10%)

So, if you...

• Enjoy being part of a team and collaborating with passionate colleagues
• Have a passion for branding and networking
• Have a good sense of humor and self-derision (we enjoy having fun, it's part of our core values!)
• Are not here to put out fires and have a long-term vision (we work with a future-oriented perspective while being considerate towards others)

...then your application might be what we're looking for!

At Quadra, we offer not only an engaging culture, a collaborative, family-oriented and supportive environment, but also plenty of autonomy and flexibility. We also offer you the opportunity to be part of a professional, fun, innovative and committed team in a growing, people-oriented, Great Place to Work® certified organization. In addition to being Great Place to Work® certified, Quadra has been recognized as one of the Best Managed Companies for over 19 years! You will work with dynamic colleagues who are eager to share their knowledge with you.

The benefits of choosing this position at Quadra? :

• Competitive salary and generous performance incentive program
• Full benefits coverage (dental, medical, etc.)
• Programs offered to employees to improve their quality of life (Wellness Portfolio)
• Virtual care/telemedicine for you and your loved ones; 24/7 access to a physician
• Virtual wellness and mental health programs with a global healthcare leader
• Retirement plan with a match and several long-term investment programs
• Vacation, personal days and flex days
• Telecommuting and flexibility within the organization
• Helping each other and having fun are part of our core values!
• A company that promotes diversity, equity and inclusion
• Digital environment
• Customized training built for you
• Opportunities for advancement and professional development; a growing company that focuses on its people!
• Participate in various internal and external trainings
• Possibility of joining various company committees
• Social activities organized by the company
• Employee recognition program (years of service, merit awards, etc.)
• Private and family-owned company with a solid infrastructure
• Employee assistance program (EAP)
• Opportunity to travel in Canada and the United States
• Monthly cell phone & internet allowance
• And much more!

If you are interested, or you know someone who would be interested in this position, please send an updated resume to Sophie Thivierge as soon as possible.

Quadra supports and values diversity and offer equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status and gender identity. Quadra also welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. We recognize that some people do not identify themselves as either male or female. Therefore, whenever possible, we have opted for a gender-neutral wording in a non-discriminatory spirit.