Bilingual Talent Acquisition Specialist
About the Role
In support of our operations in Canada and the U.S., we are seeking an experienced Bilingual Talent Acquisition Specialist (French-English) to conduct full-cycle recruitment across North America to identify, attract, and engage top talent. This role partners closely with hiring managers and HR teams to execute end-to-end recruitment strategies, ensuring a seamless candidate experience and alignment with business goals. Reporting to the Senior Manager, Talent, this position plays a critical role in building organizational capability and supporting business growth.
This is a remote position within commuting proximity to Lynchburg, VA. It will be required to attend occasional on-site events, town hall meetings, and to support select talent acquisition initiatives.
Responsibilities
- Lead full-cycle recruitment including intake meetings, job postings, resume reviews, screening, interviewing, and offer support.
- Source candidates using innovative and strategic methods to attract top talent.
- Partner with hiring managers to understand workforce needs and align recruitment efforts.
- Provide guidance on recruitment best practices, interviewing, and candidate selection.
- Proactively source candidates through job boards, social media, community outreach, and networking.
- Build and maintain talent pipelines for current and future hiring needs.
- Maintain ATS accuracy and ensure compliance with applicable policies and labor laws.
- Develop relationships with post-secondary institutions, associations, and professional organizations.
- Represent the company at career fairs, trade schools, and community events.
- Promote company culture, values, and career opportunities to strengthen employer branding.
- Support social media employer branding initiatives.
- Participate in continuous improvement projects related to recruitment and candidate experience.
- Provide broader HR support as required.
Qualifications
Post-secondary education in Human Resources or equivalent. HR or Talent Acquisition certification is considered an asset.
Technical Skills & Experience
- 3–5 years of experience as a Talent Acquisition Specialist, recruiting intermediate to mid-level positions.
- Experience in a high-volume recruitment environment.
- Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office, database searching, and reporting.
- Experience with social media recruiting, strong knowledge of ATS platforms, sourcing tools, and AI-enabled recruiting solutions.
- Experience in a multi-location manufacturing environment is an asset.
- Bilingualism (French/English) is a requirement. Spanish language proficiency is considered a strong asset.
Core Competencies
- Think Strategically
- Embrace and Manage Change
- Be Customer Obsessed
- Collaborate & Influence
- Drive Accountability and Results
- Improve & Innovate
- Demonstrate a Development Mindset
- Promote Diversity & Inclusion
Why Join Us?
Be part of a collaborative organization where you can shape talent strategies, influence hiring outcomes, and help build high-performing teams across North America.