Talent Acquisition Specialist

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UFA is looking for a Talent Acquisition Specialist to join our team!

Position Summary

Reporting to the Manager, Talent Acquisition, the Talent Acquisition Specialist is a people-loving, puzzle-solving, opportunity-spotting professional who helps us identify, attract, and hire exceptional talent. As a strategic partner to the business, you'll build trusted relationships with leaders, provide insight into talent market trends, and develop recruitment strategies that support both immediate hiring needs and long-term workforce objectives. This is an opportunity to influence hiring decisions, drive talent attraction initiatives, and make a measurable impact across the organization.

At UFA, we believe great hiring starts with great relationships. We foster an environment where collaboration, curiosity, accountability, and continuous learning are valued and celebrated. You'll contribute to talent attraction strategies, employer branding initiatives, workforce planning efforts, and continuous improvement projects that support our organization's growth and success.

This position is located in Calgary at UFA's Westmount Campus and offers a hybrid work schedule.

Responsibilities

• Partner with hiring leaders to understand workforce needs, business priorities, and future talent requirements, supporting both immediate hiring needs and long-term workforce planning initiatives.
• Act as a trusted talent advisor by providing market intelligence, talent insights, and recruitment recommendations that support informed hiring decisions.
• Consult with leaders on sourcing strategies, talent availability, candidate assessment, and market trends to improve hiring outcomes and recruitment effectiveness.
• Manage full-cycle recruitment for a diverse portfolio of corporate, operational, skilled trades, retail, and leadership positions across the organization.
• Source, engage, and attract top talent through multiple channels.
• Build and maintain talent pipelines for current and future hiring needs.
• Deliver a best-in-class candidate experience from first conversation to offer.
• Support inclusive hiring practices that promote equitable candidate experiences and hiring outcomes.
• Support employer branding and talent attraction initiatives.
• Leverage recruiting technologies, sourcing tools, and data-driven insights to enhance hiring outcomes and candidate experiences.
• Track recruiting metrics and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Stay curious about market trends and bring fresh ideas to the team.

Qualifications

• A degree, diploma, or certificate in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field is required.
• Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered. 
• A minimum of 4 years’ experience in talent acquisition or recruitment, with experience in corporate recruitment considered a strong asset.
• Demonstrated experience managing full-cycle recruitment across multiple business areas and position types. 
• Experience sourcing passive candidates using LinkedIn Recruiter and other recruitment platforms. 
• Demonstrated ability to build credibility and influence hiring decisions through strong consultation and relationship management skills.
• Knowledge of recruitment best practices, labor market trends, and talent attraction strategies.
• Understanding of employment legislation and equitable hiring practices.
• Experience working with Applicant Tracking and recruitment technologies, with a preference for experience using SuccessFactors.
• Strong relationship-building and communication skills. 
• A knack for spotting talent and matching people to opportunities. 
• Comfortable managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. 
• A collaborative mindset, positive attitude, and willingness to learn. 

Why Join UFA?

 At UFA, you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact by helping shape the future workforce of a proudly Western Canadian organization with deep roots in agriculture and rural communities. You'll join a collaborative HR team that values innovation, partnership, and continuous improvement while supporting hiring across diverse business areas.

We offer:

• A hybrid work environment
• Competitive compensation and benefits
• Opportunities for professional development and career growth
• A collaborative and supportive team culture
• The opportunity to influence talent strategies and hiring decisions
• Meaningful work that supports the success of our members, customers, and communities

You and UFA. Let’s Grow Together.

UFA is one of Canada’s largest and most progressive agricultural co-operatives. We’re a multi-billion-dollar organization that offers the products, services, and support our 127,000+ members need to build, grow and succeed. While our roots will always be in agriculture, we’re proud to support the industries and communities that drive Western Canada’s economy. We need your skills, expertise and ideas to help us keep growing.

• A Business with a Purpose - Join a member-owned co-operative with a mission that matters: improving the well-being of our members, helping them feed the world, and enabling investment in local communities.
• Recognized and Rewarded for Your Performance - At UFA, success is shared. You’ll own your work and be recognized for both individual and organizational results.
• Work-Life Success - We prioritize safety, respect your time, and offer flexible options and comprehensive benefits to support your life inside and outside of work.
• We Help Each Other Grow - Our collaborative culture fosters growth through hands-on experience, mentorship, training, educational support, and diverse career paths.

Diversity Equity, and Belonging

At UFA, we care about our employees and what makes them unique. We strive to create an inclusive environment that welcomes employees from diverse backgrounds, where everyone can do their best work. If you require accommodation during the application or selection process, please contact careers@ufa.com.
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We thank all applicants for their interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.