Talent Acquisition Assistant (18-Month Contract)

BC Financial Services Authority (“BCFSA”) helps to protect British Columbians during the biggest financial decisions in their lives. We regulate B.C. ’s financial services sector, including credit unions, real estate licensees, registered pension plans, insurance and trust companies and mortgage brokers. Through modern, effective and efficient oversight, BCFSA protects consumers by impartially setting and enforcing standards across the entire sector ensuring the prosperity of the province.

BCFSA is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all groups. This includes Indigenous Peoples, women, visible minorities, persons with disabilities, persons of diverse sexual orientation, gender identity or expression (LGBTQ2S+), and others who may contribute to diversity at BCFSA.

We recognize unique styles, perspectives, beliefs, and creativity that support a diverse, respectful, inclusive and collaborative work environment. To achieve this, we are committed to:

• Hiring team members who represent the population we serve;

• Removing barriers that may prevent equitable employment; and

• Supporting respectful work environments where everyone feels included and able to produce excellent results.

BCFSA is proud to be Great Place to Work Certified™. This is based on direct feedback from our Team Members. Our organization has also been selected as one of BC's Top Employers (2023) in recognition of our competitive compensation, work-life balance, and progressive programs.

WHAT WE OFFER:

When you join us, you become part of a high-performing team. Here, each Team Member can bring their unique talent to make outstanding contributions as we work towards the common goal of protecting British Columbians during the most important financial transactions in their lives. We offer:

• Healthy living and work-life balance

• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits plan

• Opportunities for personal and professional development

• Competitive compensation

• A challenging and engaging team environment

• Defined benefits pension plan which provides guaranteed income for life

• Flexible work arrangement for eligible positions

• Our team members enjoy the flexibility of a hybrid work model. They can choose every day where they want to work to be the most effective, from the comfort of their home to our beautiful office in downtown Vancouver. (Eligibility may vary, depending on position).

SUMMARY

The position is responsible for coordinating and administering human resources activities relating to talent acquisition activities. The Talent Acquisition Assistant plays an important role in creating an exceptional candidate experience by providing strong administrative support throughout the hiring process. Please note, this is a 18-month contract position.

ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Creates a positive candidate experience by delivering excellent customer service in all interactions.

• Coordinates and administers recruitment activities including requisition file management, application screening, testing and interview document preparation and employment reference check scheduling.

• Support the hiring process with screening and scheduling interviews.

• Assist in organizing participation for various recruiting events, including communication with employment agencies, educational institutes, and community hiring partners.

• Make determinations and/or recommendations using established legislation, regulations, policies, and guidelines.

• Seeks guidance on unusual matters and escalates files when matters are outside established criteria or where issues are contentious.

• Produces a variety of written material including correspondence, data spreadsheets, and presentations.

• Proofreads, types, and/or formats correspondence, documents, and/or reports.

• Provides administrative support that includes document management, program reporting, scheduling meetings and identifying service improvements.

• Contributes to the team’s development of internal work practices (e.g., policies, procedures and tools).

• Provides orientation and training to internal and/or external stakeholders within area of responsibility.

• Contributes to, participates in, and supports organizational business transformation initiatives.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Secondary School graduation or equivalent.

• Certification program and/or recent coursework in human resources (preferred).

• 1-2 years recruitment or administrative experience is (preferred).

• Knowledge of core human resource processes (preferred)

• Experience in a high-volume environment with numerous competing priorities.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Strong organizational, data management and analysis skills.

• Excellent attention to detail.

• Intermediate skills in Office365, SharePoint and HR SAAS solutions.

• Previous experience using an Applicant Tracking System an asset.

• Working towards diploma in Human Resources. Degree in Business Administration or Human Resources Management is an asset.

PROVISOS

Candidates must be eligible to work in Canada and living in British Columbia or intent to settle in the province.

BCFSA wants to ensure every job applicant is treated fairly and with respect and encourages applications from all candidates, including those with diverse abilities. We welcome you to inform us confidentially if you may require any special support in the application process, including disability accommodation, in order to participate fully in our recruitment experience. Email us at [email protected] to notify us of any needs related to your job application.