Join a Challenger
Being a traditional bank just isn’t our thing. We are big believers in innovating the banking experience because we believe Canadians deserve better options, and we challenge ourselves and our teams to creatively transform what’s possible in banking. Our team is made up of inquisitive and agile minds that find smarter ways of doing things. If you’re not afraid of taking on big challenges and redefining the future, you belong with us. You’ll get to work with people who will encourage you to reach new heights. We like to keep things fun, ask questions and learn together.
We are a big (and growing!) family. Overall, we serve more than 607,000 people across Canada through Equitable Bank, Canada's Challenger Bank™ and EQB Inc.’s majority owned subsidiary ACM Advisors. We have been around for more than 50 years. Equitable Bank's wholly owned subsidiary, Concentra Bank, supports credit unions across Canada that serve more than 6 million members. Together we have $119 billion in combined assets under management and administration, with a clear mandate to drive change in Canadian banking to enrich people's lives. Our EQ Bank platform (eqbank.ca) has been named the top Schedule I Bank in Canada on the Forbes World's Best Banks 2023, 2022, and 2021 lists.
Are you a master of recruitment? We're looking for a dynamic Senior Talent Acquisition Partner to lead our full-cycle hiring with a focus on Corporate Areas including Risk, Finance, Marketing, and HR. This role is your chance to shape our talent strategy and work closely with HR leadership and hiring managers to streamline our recruiting processes.
What you'll do
- Drive end-to-end recruitment, partnering with senior leaders to meet hiring goals.
- Innovate strategic sourcing plans, leveraging a variety of resources.
- Build strong relationships with candidates, ensuring a top-notch experience.
- Screen resumes, conduct interviews, and manage all hiring logistics.
- Train and mentor junior team members.
- Utilize systems to keep our hiring process seamless and data-driven.
- Lead first-in-kind searches and champion diversity in our hiring strategies.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance our employer brand.
- Focus on recruitment for Corporate Areas including Risk, Finance, Marketing, and HR.
About you
- 5-7 years of agency and corporate recruiting experience, ideally specialized in Financial services roles.
- Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience.
- Expertise in end-to-end recruitment and advanced knowledge of ATS, CRM and leading edge tech
- Skilled in Boolean Search and internet research.
- Excellent communication skills and a passion for delivering exceptional candidate experiences.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office and familiar with Canadian employment regulations.
- Experience with strategic sourcing tools and technologies.
Why Join us?
- Make a high impact with wide-ranging responsibilities.
- Thrive in a learning environment that embraces new ideas.
- Enjoy a collaborative and inclusive workplace.
- If you are a challenger with good vibes, you will love it here.
What we offer [For full-time permanent roles]
💰 Competitive discretionary bonus
✨ Market leading RRSP match program
🩺 Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability benefits
📝 Employee Share Purchase Plan
👶🏽 Maternity/Parental top-up while you care for your little one
🏝 Generous vacation policy, personal days and even a moving day
🖥 Virtual events to connect with your fellow colleagues
🎓 Annual professional development allowance and a comprehensive Career Development program
💛 A fulfilling opportunity to join one of the top FinTechs and help create a new kind of banking experience
Equitable Bank is deeply committed to inclusion. Our organization is stronger and our employees thrive when we honour and celebrate everyone’s diverse experiences and perspectives. In tandem with that commitment, we support and encourage our staff to grow not just in their career path, but personally as well.
We commit to providing a barrier-free recruitment process and work environment for all applicants. Please let us know of any accommodations needed so that you can bring your best self to the application process and beyond. All candidates considered for hire must successfully pass a criminal background check and credit check to qualify for hire. While we appreciate your interest in applying, an Equitable recruiter will only contact leading candidates whose skills and qualifications closely match the requirements of the position.
We can’t wait to get to know you!
