Bilingual Senior Talent Acquisition Advisor (English & French)

Temporary Full Time 

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Make an Impact Where Talent Meets Purpose

We’re looking for a Bilingual Senior Talent Acquisition Advisor to join our dynamic Talent Acquisition team for a 12-month fixed term! In this role, you’ll lead full-cycle recruitment for key business areas including Business Modernization, Technology, and Canada Operations. You’ll partner closely with hiring leaders to shape recruitment strategies, source top-tier talent, and deliver an exceptional candidate and hiring leader experience.

You’ll be more than a recruiter—you’ll be a strategic advisor, a storyteller, and a champion of our culture and values.

Bilingualism (fluent in French and English) required, as the position will regularly serve our clients with English and French-speaking needs.

What You’ll Do

• Lead full-cycle recruitment for a diverse portfolio of roles, including complex and executive-level searches.
• Partner with hiring leaders to understand talent needs and develop tailored recruitment strategies aligned with business goals and DEI priorities.
• Craft compelling job postings and candidate messaging that reflect our brand and culture.
• Proactively source talent using a variety of channels—social media, job boards, networking, and direct outreach.
• Build and maintain strong talent pipelines through relationship-building and market research.
• Act as a trusted advisor to hiring leaders, providing coaching on interview techniques, selection criteria, and best practices.
• Collaborate with HR Business Partners and cross-functional teams to ensure a seamless and inclusive hiring experience.
• Leverage data and insights to continuously improve recruitment outcomes and candidate experience

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• Serve as a brand ambassador by attending high-impact recruitment events (either in person or virtual), connecting with top talent, and showcasing our commitment to inclusive hiring and workplace culture.
• Support and help shape internal talent acquisition projects to help evolve and strengthen our hiring strategy.

What You Bring

• 6–9 years of progressive experience in Talent Acquisition, ideally within a large, complex, national organization.
• Bilingual in English and French—you’re confident communicating in both languages, written and spoken.
• Proven ability to manage high-volume recruitment across a wide range of roles, including senior and executive levels.
• Strong sourcing skills and experience engaging passive candidates through creative outreach strategies.
• A consultative mindset with the ability to influence and build trust with stakeholders at all levels.
• Experience with Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS); familiarity with SuccessFactors is a strong asset.
• A post-secondary degree or diploma in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a purpose-driven organization that values people, innovation, and integrity.
• Work in a collaborative, inclusive environment where your voice matters.
• Access to professional development, mentorship, and career growth opportunities.

Given the size and scope of our organization, we have the flexibility for this position to be located in the following head office locations: Montreal, Toronto, London, Winnipeg.

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The base salary for this position is between  $63,500 - $117,400 maximum annually.  This represents base salary only and does not represent other variable compensation components of our total compensation ( i.e. annual bonus, commission etc).  If you are selected to move forward in our recruitment process, your recruiter will be able to discuss additional details of our total rewards program with you.

Career opportunities will be open a minimum of 5 business days from the date of posting, closing dates will vary depending on the search activity. All applications received will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

Be your best at Canada Life- Apply today!

Being a part of Canada Life means you have a voice. This is a place where your unique background, perspectives and talents are valued, and shape our future success.

You can be your best here. You’re part of a diverse and inclusive workplace where your career and well-being are championed. You’ll have the opportunity to excel in your way, finding new and better ways to deliver exceptional customer and advisor experiences.

Together, as part of a great team, you’ll deliver on our shared purpose to improve the well-being of Canadians. It’s our driving force. Become part of a strong and successful company that’s trusted by millions of Canadians to do the right thing.

Canada Life serves the financial security needs of more than 13 million people across Canada, with additional operations in Europe and the United States. As members of the Power Financial Corporation group of companies, we’re one of Canada’s leading insurers with interests in life insurance, health insurance, investment and retirement savings. We offer a broad portfolio of financial and benefit plan solutions for individuals, families, businesses and organizations. 

We are committed to providing an inclusive, accessible environment, where all employees and customers feel valued, respected and supported. We are dedicated to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we live, and to creating an environment where every employee has the opportunity to reach their potential. 

It is our priority to remove barriers to provide equal access to employment. A Human Resources representative will work with applicants who request a reasonable accommodation during the application process. All information shared during the accommodation request process will be stored and used in a manner that is consistent with applicable laws and Canada Life policies. To request a reasonable accommodation in the application process, contact talentacquisitioncanada@canadalife.com.

Canada Life would like to thank all applicants, however only those who qualify for an interview will be contacted.

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