Talent Acquisition Specialist, Campus Recruitment (12-Month Contract)

The Opportunity

Join Definity's Talent Acquisition team as a Talent Acquisition Specialist, Campus Recruitment (12-Month Contract) and play a key role in attracting, hiring, and developing top emerging talent.

In this role, you will lead full-cycle campus recruitment while managing key early talent programs, stakeholder relationships, and recruitment initiatives. You will partner closely with business leaders, academic institutions, and internal teams to deliver an exceptional student experience and drive continuous improvement across our campus recruitment strategy.

What You'll Be Doing

Campus Recruitment 

• Lead full-cycle recruitment for co-op, internship, and entry-level opportunities across the organization
• Partner with hiring leaders to understand workforce needs and develop recruitment strategies
• Source, screen, interview, and manage candidates through the recruitment process
• Facilitate interviews, extend offers, and ensure an exceptional candidate experience
• Manage recruitment activity and provide regular updates to stakeholders
   

Program Management & Stakeholder Partnerships

• Lead the planning and execution of campus recruitment programs and annual hiring cycles
• Build strong relationships with business leaders, academic partners, and student groups
• Facilitate monthly co-op huddles and engagement sessions to foster connection, development, and knowledge sharing across the student community
• Coordinate student engagement initiatives, including volunteer opportunities, networking events, and social activities
• Support co-op onboarding, performance management, and student development programs
• Facilitate stakeholder meetings and provide guidance on campus hiring best practices
• Act as a trusted advisor to hiring leaders and internal partners
   

Projects & Continuous Improvement

• Lead and support projects that enhance campus recruitment programs and processes
• Identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency, stakeholder experience, and candidate outcomes
• Track recruitment metrics and leverage data to inform decisions and program enhancements
• Support employer branding initiatives, campus events, career fairs, and recruitment marketing activities
   

What You Bring

• 3+ years of experience in Talent Acquisition, Campus Recruitment, Early Talent Programs, or Human Resources
• Experience managing full-cycle recruitment and partnering with business leaders
• Strong project management and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
• Demonstrated experience leading initiatives and driving process improvements
• Excellent stakeholder management, relationship-building, and communication skills
• Strong analytical skills and experience working with recruitment metrics and reporting
• Postsecondary education in Human Resources, Business, Communications, or a related field

Salary Range: $51,300 - $94,400

Actual salary for the role may vary depending on work location of the successful candidate and other factors including but not limited to, skills, education, experience, working conditions and the local labour market.

This position is being posted to fill an existing vacancy.

We also take potential into consideration. If you don’t have this exact experience, but you know you have what it takes, be sure to give us more insight through your application and cover letter. 

Our inclusive work environment welcomes diversity and supports accessibility. If you require accommodation at any time during the recruitment process, please let us know by contacting [email protected].

As part of Definity’s commitment to reconciliation, we acknowledge that our work, meetings, and travel take place on the lands now known as Canada, and recognize the enduring presence, wisdom, and stewardship of the First Nations, Métis, and Inuit peoples who have long cared for these lands.

Background checks

This role requires successful clearance of a background check (including criminal checks and leadership references). 

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