Talent Acquisition Manager- 15 Month Contract

Talent Acquisition Manager- 15 Month Contract111 Queen St E, Toronto, ON M5C 1S2, CanadaCompany DescriptionPublicis Groupe Canada is the Canadian subsidiary of Publicis Groupe, the second largest communications group in the world and a global leader concentrated within four main activities: Communication, Media, Data and Technology. Publicis Groupe Canada represents the vision of a set of collaborative and integrated agencies that offer expertise and insightful services to many of the biggest brands in North America.As a platform at the intersection of marketing and digital business transformation, driven through the alchemy of creativity and technology, Publicis Groupe is built on The Power of One. Publicis Groupe offers its clients seamless access to the expertise of its 100,000 talents across over 100 countries around the world.Publicis Groupe Canada is committed to its Diversity, Equity and Inclusion mandate which focuses on four pillars: Education, Talent Management, Outreach and Giving Back. Since 2020, they have made strong and continued growth in all their pillars including top-tier mental health benefits, regular education sessions for employees, six business resources groups for employees of various backgrounds and their allies and developing training and scholarships programs with various community groups.Canadian brands include: Publicis Canada, Publicis Media (Starcom, Spark Foundry, Zenith), Leo Burnett, Saatchi & Saatchi, and MSL Canada/North Strategic (North Strategic, MSL Canada, Notch Canada).Job Summary:We are looking for a proactive and strategic Talent Acquisition Manager to lead our media recruitment division. This role will be pivotal in shaping our workforce by attracting top talent while fostering strong relationships with clients and internal stakeholders. You will play a key role in business leadership and people management, ensuring that our hiring practices align with our organizational goals and culture.Key Responsibilities:Recruitment Leadership: Design and implement effective recruitment strategies tailored to the advertising sector, ensuring alignment with company objectives and market demands.Business Partnership: Collaborate with senior leadership and hiring managers to understand workforce needs, providing strategic insights and recommendations for talent acquisition.People Management: Lead and mentor a team of recruiters, fostering a collaborative environment that encourages professional growth and development.Client Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with internal clients, understanding their unique hiring needs and delivering customized recruitment solutions.Candidate Sourcing: Utilize diverse sourcing methods, including networking, social media, and industry events, to identify and attract high-quality candidates.Process Improvement: Continuously evaluate and refine recruitment processes to enhance efficiency and effectiveness, ensuring a smooth candidate experience.Data-Driven Insights: Analyze recruitment metrics and trends to measure success and inform strategic decisions, making adjustments as necessary.Diversity and Inclusion: Advocate for diversity and inclusion in hiring practices, ensuring a broad and varied candidate pipeline that reflects the communities we serve.Qualifications:5+ years of experience in talent acquisition, with a focus on the advertising or creative or media industry.2+ years of people management.Proven track record in recruitment strategy development and execution.Strong business acumen and understanding of the advertising landscape.Exceptional people management skills, with experience leading and developing recruitment teams.Excellent client management abilities, with a focus on building relationships and delivering exceptional service.Proficiency in Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and other HR technology.Strong analytical skills, with the ability to leverage data to drive decisions.Passion for fostering a positive and inclusive workplace culture.