Talent Acquisition Partner

About the Role

The Talent Acquisition Partner plays a critical role in the organization’s success by identifying, attracting, and hiring top talent for senior, specialized, and hard‑to‑fill roles. Acting as a trusted advisor to hiring leaders, this role partners closely with executives, department heads, and HR stakeholders to align recruitment strategies with business goals.

This role is highly goal‑oriented and metrics‑driven. Success is measured through clear hiring outcomes such as time‑to‑fill, quality of hire, hiring manager satisfaction, candidate experience, and pipeline health. The Talent Acquisition Partner is motivated by results and brings discipline to how hiring is planned, tracked, and delivered—using systems, data, and consistent processes to ensure transparency, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Operating in a dynamic labour market, this role requires strong judgment, market insight, and a consultative mindset, balanced with operational excellence and a strong command of recruitment systems.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Talent Advisory & Workforce Planning

• Own and lead end‑to‑end recruitment for senior‑level, specialized, and high‑impact roles across multiple portfolios
• Act as a strategic advisor to hiring leaders by providing guidance on workforce planning, talent availability, role design, and hiring strategies
• Use market intelligence, data, and trend analysis to influence hiring decisions and challenge assumptions

Project Planning, Execution & Problem‑Solving

• Plan, organize, and execute recruitment projects to meet hiring goals efficiently and within established timelines
• Solve complex recruitment challenges, including sourcing hard‑to‑fill roles, navigating competitive markets, and managing candidate negotiations
• Apply sound judgment and decisive problem‑solving in fast‑moving or ambiguous hiring scenarios

Stakeholder Partnership & Cross‑Functional Collaboration

• Build strong, trusted relationships with hiring managers, executives, and HR partners
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to ensure recruitment strategies are aligned with business priorities
• Lead structured intake meetings and establish clear, consistent, and equitable assessment processes

Sourcing, Talent Attraction & Market Expertise

• Develop and execute proactive sourcing strategies using direct sourcing, referrals, networking, market mapping, and digital channels
• Stay current on industry trends, competitor activity, and emerging sourcing techniques to maintain a strong talent pipeline
• Contribute to employer branding and talent attraction initiatives to strengthen the organization’s presence in the market

Candidate Experience & DEI

• Deliver an exceptional, inclusive candidate experience from first contact through offer and onboarding
• Embed diversity, equity, and inclusion principles into sourcing, assessment, and selection practices

Leadership, Mentorship & Capability Building

• Provide leadership, coaching, and mentorship to junior recruiters or broader TA team members
• Support the development of a high‑performing, scalable talent acquisition function

Process Improvement, Innovation & Technology

• Continuously improve recruitment processes, introducing innovative sourcing approaches and leveraging technology to increase efficiency
• Use ATS data and recruitment metrics to track performance, identify trends, and drive continuous improvement
• Engage with recruitment technologies, automation tools, and AI‑driven solutions where applicable

Vendor, Offer & Compliance Management

• Partner with external agencies and vendors, ensuring quality delivery and cost effectiveness
• Support offer strategy and negotiations in partnership with HR and compensation teams
• Ensure recruitment practices comply with employment legislation, internal policies, and governance standards

What you bring to the role:

• 7+ years of progressive experience in full‑cycle talent acquisition, including senior‑level or specialized hiring
• Proven experience partnering with senior leaders and influencing hiring decisions
• Strong sourcing capability and comfort recruiting in competitive talent markets
• Experience recruiting across multiple functions (e.g., corporate, technical, operational, or professional roles)
• Strong knowledge of recruitment best practices, employment legislation, and selection methodologies
• Excellent stakeholder management, communication, and consulting skills
• Data‑driven mindset with the ability to translate insights into action
• Experience working with ATS and recruitment technologies

What We’re Looking For

• A strategic, business‑minded recruiter who balances speed, quality, and experience
• Someone confident challenging assumptions and offering informed recommendations
• A collaborative partner who builds credibility quickly with leaders
• A self‑starter who thrives in a fast‑paced, evolving environment

Why Join Mattr?

• Medical, dental & vision coverage with HSA contributions
• 401(k) with company match, vested immediately
• Attractive incentive bonus plans
• Employer-paid Life, AD&D, and Long-Term Disability insurance
• Wellness incentives
• Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Discounts on fitness, shopping & travel (Blue365, LifeMart & more)

WHAT MATTR OFFERS

•    At Mattr, safety comes first! We go the extra mile to ensure our employees are safe and healthy 
•    We understand times have changed and so have we. Mattr offers flexible work arrangements (where possible) to suit your needs 
•    Comprehensive total rewards package that includes competitive salaries, annual incentives, medical benefits, retirement savings plans, paid vacation days, education assistance programs, corporate discounts and more!
•    Participation in service milestone awards and recognition opportunities 
•    Access to mental health support resources such as our Headversity mental health and wellness platform and free, confidential access to our Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
•    Rewarding growth opportunities (may include global career and travel opportunities) supported by personalized training, development and mentoring programs - including LinkedIn Learning access for all employees!
•    Commitment to providing a diverse, inclusive and accessible workplace environment  
•    We prioritize our Environment, Social and Governance (ESG) values and offer a paid Impact Day, allowing employees an opportunity to support charitable organizations in their communities
•    Company events, social gatherings and team building activities that promote fun!
•    We’re working to create a better world. Join us!

Mattr delivers advanced material technologies and complex manufacturing expertise through brands offering engineered products, technology and solutions to support infrastructure projects & markets world-wide. Mattr brands: AmerCable, Shawflex, DSG-Canusa, Flexpipe and Xerxes.

At Mattr, we have built a true team environment where all employees are empowered to contribute to the success of the company. We want you to join our team!

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