Talent Specialist

Minimum of two (3) years of experience in recruitment, Human Resources coordination, or a related talent administration role.

Nice to have:

Experience in seniors living, healthcare, hospitality, or a multi-site environment is considered an asset.

Completion of a post-secondary program in Human Resources, Business, or a related field is considered an asset.

CPHR designation or working toward certification is an asset.

Demonstrated understanding of provincial labour laws in Alberta and British Columbia.

Demonstrated excellent client service skills and superior interpersonal skills.

Excellent written and oral communication skills, with strong attention to detail and accuracy.

Strong sense of ethics and the ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with tact and discretion.

Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities.

Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.

Reporting to the

Senior Manager, Talent and Onboarding

, the Talent Specialist is responsible for supporting recruitment, onboarding and talent administration processes across Optima Living. This role serves as a key point of coordination for recruitment and employee lifecycle administration, while helping to create a positive candidate and employee experience.

The Talent Specialist supports recruitment across all areas of the organization, including community and support office roles, coordinates onboarding activities, maintains employee records and contributes to the continuous improvement of talent processes and systems. This role works closely with operational leaders, hiring managers, payroll, and the Human Resources team to ensure timely, accurate, and efficient service delivery across multiple locations and departments.

Support the Human Resources team through recruitment, onboarding and talent administration activities.