Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist (Bilingual EN/FR Preferred)

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Richmond Hill, ON, CAN
Hybrid
Senior level
Retail
The Role
Conduct full-cycle recruitment across retail, corporate, and closed-door facility positions. Screen applicants in Oracle Recruiting Cloud, source active and passive candidates, build talent pipelines, advise hiring managers, coordinate background checks, and support career fairs, hiring days, presentations, and employer-brand content. Manage external vendors and represent the talent acquisition team through cross-functional collaboration.
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Some of what you will do:
The Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist is responsible for full cycle recruitment to attract and hire high caliber talent for Staples Canada. They are responsible for supporting all areas of the business including Retail Management, Corporate, and closed-door facilities positions. They will participate in activities such as sourcing, interviewing, and coordinating the background check process for prospective candidates.  The Sr. TA Specialist will also actively be involved in projects and activities including attending career fairs, planning hiring days and working with external vendors.  

Specifically, You Will:
•    Recruit for all level positions for Retail, Corporate, and closed-door lines of business.
•    Utilize Oracle Recruiting Cloud (ATS) to screen assigned job requisitions to review and assess applications. 
•    Act as a consultative partner to hiring managers and leaders, providing market insight, sourcing strategies, and recommendations throughout the hiring process.
•    Utilize a variety of innovative sourcing techniques to identify, attract, and build talent pipelines of high quality active and passive candidates for current and future roles.
•    Create and share engaging, professional talent related content across platforms such as LinkedIn to support Staples employer brand and hiring efforts.
•    Represent the TA team internally and externally through presentations, hiring initiatives, career events, and cross functional collaboration.

Some of what you need:
•    University Degree/Post-Secondary Education required or related experience preferred. 
•    3-5 years previous progressive HR experience required including talent acquisition.
•    Retail industry and corporate recruitment experience considered an asset.
•    Bilingual skillset (English / French) considered a strong asset.  
•    Strong time management and prioritization skills, with proven ability to manage a high volume of work while maintaining accuracy and strong attention to detail.
•    Strong stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to influence decisions and represent the company professionally through presentations and engaging social media content.

Some of what you will get:
•    Associate discount
•    Health and Dental benefits
•    RRSP/DPSP
•    Performance bonuses
•    Learning & Development programs
•    And more...

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About Us
We value transparency in our hiring processes. Please note, artificial intelligence may be used in certain stages to screen, assess, or select applicants, however, a human reviewer makes all final decisions. This posting is for an existing vacancy.

Skills Required

  • University degree or post-secondary education
  • Related experience in lieu of university or post-secondary education
  • 3-5 years of progressive HR experience, including talent acquisition
  • Retail industry and corporate recruitment experience
  • Bilingual English and French language skills
  • Strong time management and prioritization skills
  • Ability to manage high-volume work accurately with strong attention to detail
  • Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
  • Ability to influence decisions and represent the company professionally through presentations and social media content

Staples Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Staples and has not been reviewed or approved by Staples.

  • Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Wellbeing offerings are described as broad, including wellness reimbursements, emotional support and coaching, legal services, identity theft protection, and pet insurance. Employee discounts and select on-site amenities are also positioned as meaningful add-ons beyond basic coverage.
  • Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time-off provisions are presented as relatively expansive, including paid time off, company-recognized holidays, and a personal or flexible holiday option. Vacation that grows with tenure and PTO flexibility are highlighted as valued elements.
  • Inclusive Benefits Coverage — Healthcare benefits explicitly include gender-affirming care alongside medical, dental, and vision coverage. Family and caregiver programs also include support that references LGBTQ+ considerations and broader life-stage needs.

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The Company
HQ: Framingham, MA
Year Founded: 1986

What We Do

For nearly 40 years, Staples has been a trusted leader in delivering end-to-end workplace solutions for consumers and businesses of all sizes across a broad range of industries. The company provides a comprehensive portfolio of products, strategic solutions, and services including print and marketing, shipping, technology, and travel. Its specialized assortment includes high-quality office supplies, janitorial products, technology, furniture, and breakroom essentials, all supported by best-in-class supply chain capabilities and a dedicated team of experts committed to making the workday easier. Headquartered near Boston, Massachusetts, Staples operates throughout North America via direct B2B sales, e-commerce, and more than 900 retail stores. To learn more, visit your local U.S. Staples store, download the Staples app, explore Staples.com or StaplesBusiness.com, or follow @Staples on social media.

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