Talent Acquisition Consultant

Work Location: Toronto 

Metrolinx is connecting communities across the Greater Golden Horseshoe. Metrolinx operates GO Transit and UP Express, as well as the PRESTO fare payment system. We are also building new and improved rapid transit, including GO Expansion, Light Rail Transit routes, and major expansions to Toronto’s subway system, to get people where they need to go, better, faster and easier. Metrolinx is an agency of the Government of Ontario. 

At Metrolinx, equity, diversity and inclusion are essential to living our values of serving with passion, thinking forward and playing as a team.

Why Should I join?

Metrolinx has been recognized in 2025 as one of the Greater Toronto’s Top Employers for the 10th consecutive year and one of Canada's Top Employers for Young people. We are an employer with forward-thinking human resources programs and workplace policies.

If you are a high achieving, experienced, motivated HR trailblazer who thrives in a fast-paced environment and have the credibility to be a trusted HR partner to executives; have the confidence to challenge the status quo and the ability to handle multiple priorities at the same time then this may be the opportunity you have been waiting for. 

Our Talent Acquisition team is looking for a passionate Talent Acquisition Consultant to join our team either on a fixed-term contract or permanently. 

As an experienced Talent Acquisition professional, you will execute the full talent acquisition cycle for unionized and non-unionized roles, including providing consultative services to assigned client group(s) while delivering creative sourcing and recruiting solutions to meet business needs. This position will report to a Manager, Talent Acquisition.

What will I be doing?

• Deliver quality talent acquisition experience to candidates, hiring manager and other stakeholders that is consistent with Metrolinx brand as Employer of Choice.
• Provide consultative advice to assigned client group(s) about talent acquisition, recruiting, and sourcing.
• Develop talent acquisition plans for assigned client group(s) based on department needs; evaluate results of talent acquisition strategies to recommend new or adjusted techniques that improve recruitment outcomes in compliance with collective agreements, legal and regulatory requirements, and corporate policies and processes.
• Develop relationships with clients and other partners (e.g. HR Business Partners).
• Develop passive and active position-targeted sourcing strategies.
• Craft suitable job postings to target candidates and which are aligned with the talent acquisition strategy and job description.
• Short-list and pre-qualify candidates for Hiring Manager review based on candidate profile.
• Conduct phone screens, interviews, and other assessments in accordance with job requirements.
• Develop and recommend interview questions to ensure relevant information, as indicated by the candidate profile, is gathered to make an informed hiring decision.
• Participate in special recruitment campaigns (e.g. staffing new division) or projects (e.g. implementation or improvements to talent acquisition software/processes).
• Participate in recruitment projects contributing as a team member.

What Skills and Qualifications Do I Need?

• Completion of a degree in Human Resources Management, or a related discipline or a combination of education, training, and experience deemed equivalent.
• Demonstrated progressive experience conducting full-cycle recruitment activities. 
• Strong experience in conducting full-cycle recruitment activities. Previous exposure in recruiting for unionized positions and/or within the public sector is considered a strong asset.
• Experience with contemporary strategic talent sourcing, outreach, and selection using a variety of approaches (e.g. social media, Boolean, search engine optimization (SEO) etc.)
• Knowledge of Human Resources function, specifically in the area of recruitment and staffing and/or related legislation (e.g. Human Rights Code, Freedom of Information Act, etc.)
• Interpret and apply related policies, legislation and collective agreement provisions.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, managing a high volume of recruitment activities and changing priorities.

What We Offer:

• Comprehensive health and dental benefits, OMERS pension plan and lifestyle spending account.
• Work that makes an impact to our communities
• Learning and development opportunities internally and externally. 
• An open and inclusive work environment.

Don’t Meet Every Requirement? 

If you’re excited about working with Metrolinx but your past experience doesn’t quite align with every qualification of this posting, we encourage you to apply. You just might be the right candidate for this or other roles. We are always looking for great talent to join our team.

We invite all interested individuals to apply and encourage applications from members of equity-deserving communities, including those who identify as Indigenous, Black, racialized, women, people with disabilities, and people with diverse gender identities, expressions and sexual orientations.

Accommodation:

We value the unique skills and experiences each person brings to Metrolinx and are committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible environment. We are committed to the requirements of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act so if you require accommodation during the hiring process, please let our Recruitment team know by contacting us at: 416-202-5601 or email hr.recruitment@metrolinx.com.

Application Process:

All applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada. Metrolinx will be using email to communicate with you for all job competitions. It is your responsibility to include an updated email address that is checked daily and accepts emails from unknown users. As we send time sensitive correspondence, we recommend that you check your email regularly. If no response is received, we will assume you are no longer interested in pursuing the opportunity. Please be advised that a Criminal Record Check may be required of the successful candidate. 

Should it be determined that any background information provided be misleading, inaccurate or incorrect, Metrolinx reserves the right to discontinue with the consideration of your application.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

WE ARE AN EQUITABLE AND INCLUSIVE EMPLOYER.

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