Talent Acquisition Specialist, People and Culture

Talent Acquisition Specialist, People and Culture Toronto
External Closing Date:
September 2, 2026

Location:

Toronto  

Job Responsibilities   Manage full-cycle recruitment from requisition intake through offer acceptance and onboarding
Partner with hiring managers to understand hiring needs, workforce requirements, and role-specific criteria
Provide guidance and recommendations to hiring managers on recruitment strategies, timelines, and talent availability
Source candidates using job boards, applicant tracking systems, referrals, talent pools, career fairs, and proactive outreach
Conduct prescreen interviews, structured interviews, and reference checks
Prepare, post, and manage internal and external job postings
Support offer preparation and deliver employment offers in alignment with approved compensation and policies
Coordinate onboarding and pre-assignment requirements
Act as a point of contact for new hires during onboarding to ensure a smooth and positive experience
Maintain accurate, complete, and confidential candidate and employee records within the ATS/HRIS
Track and report recruitment metrics including hiring volumes, time-to-fill, attrition, and turnover reasons
Identify recruitment trends, challenges, and opportunities for process improvement
Ensure hiring and onboarding practices comply with employment legislation, privacy regulations, and corporate policies
Respond to candidate and employee inquiries in a timely, professional, and service-oriented manner
Support employee retention initiatives, including follow-ups and occasional site visits to engage field staff
Organize and participate in career fairs, hiring events, and recruitment campaigns
Assist with recruitment related HR administration including data entry, reporting, and document management
Support additional People & Culture initiatives and projects as required

Required Qualifications and Experience   1-3 years of experience in talent acquisition, recruitment, or Human Resources
Completion of a Human Resources diploma or equivalent from a recognized post-secondary institution
Hands-on experience with applicant tracking systems (ATS) and/or HR information systems (HRIS)
Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and Power Point
Strong organizational, time management, and multitasking skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast paced environment
Legally authorized to work in Canada
Why choose Paladin?
Opportunities for training and professional development
Competitive salary and benefits package
Work today, get paid today - daily pay available
Education Requirements (All)  Degree/ Diploma in Human Resources Management

Certification Requirements (All)  Degree/ Diploma in Human Resources Management

Additional Information / Benefits  Paladin Security:
Making the World a Safer and Friendlier Place because we  CARE  !
The Paladin Difference starts with our people; we're the best because we hire the best. We believe in promoting from within, respecting people and their differences, providing high quality service and always having fun! If you think you have what it takes to join our team, we want to meet you!
Paladin Security has a diverse workforce and we believe in and are committed to a workplace culture of respect, inclusion, and diversity. Paladin Security is committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities through the interview process and while employed. If you require an accommodation during the interview process, please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those candidates that are short listed will be contacted for an interview.
Benefits   Medical Insurance
Life Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Vacation
Paid Holidays
Educational Assistance
This job reports to the Regional Manager, Talent Acquisition
This is a  Full-Time  position Monday to Friday 8:30am to 5:00PM  .

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