People & Development - Talent Acquisition Specialist

About F12: F12 was built by uniting IT consulting firms across Canada with a shared vision: to reduce risk and complexity by crafting technology platforms that empower leaders to focus and thrive. We elevate IT conversations from ingredients to outcomes, delivering fully designed solutions with no bad options. If you’re looking for the fast lane into an IT career or want to supercharge your professional development, you’ve come to the right place. At F12, you’ll collaborate with a diverse team and gain exposure to technology services across countless businesses—building a resume rich with experience and accomplishments. Our mission is to elevate our employees by building and retaining an elite team of IT professionals equipped to deliver unmatched service to Canadian business leaders. We value humble service, continuous improvement, and hard work—and we’re looking for like-minded individuals to join us.

The Position: The Talent Acquisition Specialist is responsible for identifying, attracting, and securing top-tier technical and professional talent while maintaining strong relationships with candidates throughout the hiring process. This role focuses on ensuring high-quality hires and building a robust talent pipeline that aligns with company needs and strategic objectives. The Talent Acquisition Specialist will leverage data-driven recruitment strategies, collaborate closely with hiring managers, and deliver an exceptional candidate experience from sourcing through onboarding.

Responsibilities:

Technical and Professional Recruiting

• Source, engage, and recruit candidates for technical and professional roles, leveraging various platforms (LinkedIn, Indeed, industry networks) and innovative sourcing strategies.
• Conduct interviews and assessments to evaluate technical skills, experience, and cultural fit.
• Collaborate with hiring managers to refine job descriptions and understand role requirements.
• Utilize data-driven recruitment strategies to identify and attract top industry professionals.
• Manage all candidate records and recruitment steps within the company’s HRIS/recruitment system (e.g., Dayforce)

Candidate Quality and Screening

• Ensure a high standard of talent selection by evaluating both technical proficiency and soft skills.
• Implement structured interview processes to assess candidates objectively and consistently.
• Manage pre-employment evaluations and coordinate with technical teams for candidate assessments.
• Provide insights on market trends, salary expectations, and competitive hiring practices.
• Track recruitment activity and provide regular updates on open roles and candidate progress.

Relationship Management

• Build and maintain strong relationships with candidates, ensuring a positive experience throughout the hiring process.
• Develop talent pipelines by networking within technical communities and industry events.
• Own candidate relationship management throughout the recruitment lifecycle.
• Coordinate interviews with hiring managers and People & Development team members.
• Partner with the Director, People & Development and hiring managers on job qualification/intake meetings.

Process Improvement and Reporting

• Proactively identify and engage top talent through various sourcing channels.
• Provide reporting and KPI tracking for recruitment activity, open roles, and candidate progress.
• Advise on compliance, legislative changes, and best practices in recruitment.
• Support additional HR projects as needed.

Requirements:

• 3+ years of experience in talent acquisition, technical recruiting, or resourcing management, preferably within IT or technology sectors.
• Proven ability to source, engage, and recruit candidates for technical and professional roles.
• Strong understanding of structured interview processes and candidate assessment methodologies.
• Experience with HRIS/recruitment systems (e.g., Dayforce) and candidate management.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; ability to build relationships with candidates and stakeholders.
• Knowledge of market trends, salary benchmarks, and competitive hiring practices.
• Ability to manage multiple recruitment cycles and prioritize effectively.
• Familiarity with employment laws and compliance across Canadian provinces is an asset.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and recruitment platforms (LinkedIn, Indeed).

Competencies:

• Relationship Building & Stakeholder Management
• Technical & Analytical Acumen
• Communication & Interpersonal Skills
• Organization & Multi-tasking
• Problem Solving & Initiative
• Data-Driven Decision Making
• Customer Service Orientation

What You Can Expect from Us: We are proud of our forward-thinking, dynamic culture that champions diversity, inclusivity, and a respectful working environment. We also want to make sure that however you get IT done in all parts of your life, we’ve got your back. Our comprehensive total rewards program includes:

• Work-Life & Growth: Three weeks vacation plus extra Flex Days, leadership development opportunities, growth coaching, and reimbursements for educational advancement and certifications.
• Health & Financial Well-Being: Health Spending Account or RRSP matching, extended health care, dental and vision coverage, disability and life insurance, and an employee assistance program.
• Additional Perks: Tuition reimbursement, paid time off, on-site parking, high-class office amenities, and company events.

Our Equal Opportunity Commitment:

• F12.net practices as an equal opportunity employer in all services locations. We are committed to building and maintaining a workforce diverse in experience, skills, and knowledge. The company maintains a strict policy to ensure equal employment opportunities and do not discriminate based on any grounds and elements protected by law.
• For those requiring assistance with disabilities, information relating to accommodation and accommodation measures addressed confidentially. Please notify us in advance if any accommodations required.

Please note that this position represents a true vacancy and we do not currently use artificial intelligence (AI) to at any stage of the hiring process to screen, assess or select candidates.