Talent Acquisition Lead

Available position

Talent Acquisition Lead
(permanent position, 40 hour per week)

About Nord Quantique

At Nord Quantique, we strive to build impactful technology by relentlessly pushing our understanding of quantum science. We are an interdisciplinary team of scientists, engineers, innovators, builders, and enthusiasts on a mission to make quantum computing a reality. Our quantum processors are designed to reduce errors in quantum computation to facilitate long-term scaling toward fully-fledged quantum computers. We believe it is our responsibility to deliver this transformative technology for the greater good of society.

Located at the heart of the beautiful Eastern Townships region in the province of Quebec, Canada, we develop our technology in the vibrant quantum ecosystem of Sherbrooke. Leaning on more than a decade of vertical integration of quantum hardware, we are leveraging a comprehensive pool of quantum technology and micro-electronic infrastructure to deploy our quantum computing technology

Salary : $128,500 – $149,000

Benefits : 5 weeks of vacation, group insurance (including dental care), virtual care, lifestyle spending account (all available after 3 months of service)

Supervisor : Director of HR

Contact: (819) 975-4654, career@nordquantique.ca

Our Current Needs

As Nord Quantique grows, the company is strengthening its ability to attract and hire highly specialized talent across Research and development, engineering, operational and support functions to build a massively scalable quantum computing business. Recruiting in deep-tech environments requires structured processes, strong collaboration with technical leadership, and the ability to build sustainable talent pipelines in a competitive global market.

To support this growth, we are hiring a Talent Acquisition Lead to scale Nord Quantique’s recruiting capabilities. This role will be responsible for designing and operating the company’s recruitment engine, ensuring that hiring processes remain efficient, rigorous, and aligned with Nord Quantique’s growth plans.

The Head of Talent Acquisition will work closely with technical leaders and management across the organization to understand upcoming hiring needs, structure recruiting strategies, and ensure that the company can consistently attract and integrate the talent required to advance its mission.

This role will also contribute to shaping the structure and development of the Talent Acquisition function itself, building and mentoring the recruiting team while establishing scalable hiring practices and tools.

The Role :

The Head of Talent Acquisition will lead the development and execution of Nord Quantique’s recruiting strategy. Working in close collaboration with leadership and hiring managers across the company, the candidate will:

• Build and lead Nord Quantique’s Talent Acquisition team, including the recruitment and development of recruiters as the team grows.
• Design and operate a structured recruiting engine capable of supporting the company’s high hiring volume while maintaining strong candidate experience and hiring standards.
• Manage the recruitment processes and streams, using modern talent acquisition systems and tools.
• Partner with technical leaders to anticipate hiring needs and translate workforce planning into effective recruitment strategies.
• Define and continuously improve recruitment processes, including sourcing strategies, interview practices, and hiring decision frameworks.
• Develop and manage talent sourcing pipelines for specialized technical roles.
• Coordinate with Marketing and leadership to support recruiting missions, employer branding initiatives, with possible participation in recruitment events.
• Monitor recruiting performance and introduce data-driven improvements to hiring processes and tools.
• Ensure strong collaboration between Talent Acquisition, hiring managers, and HR Operations to support efficient onboarding and workforce integration.

The selected candidate will operate within a highly dynamic environment and will have the opportunity to shape the recruitment strategy, processes and team structure of a key component of Nord Quantique’s growth engine.

Education and experience requirements :

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Psychology, Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in talent acquisition, preferably in technology-driven or R&D environments.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience leading or mentoring recruiting teams.
• Demonstrated experience recruiting technical talent, such as engineers, researchers, or specialized technical professionals.
• Experience building or scaling recruiting processes in high-growth organizations.
• Experience collaborating closely with technical leadership teams.

Sought expertise and knowledge :

• Strong understanding of modern talent acquisition strategies and recruiting methodologies.
• Experience designing and improving structured hiring processes and interview frameworks.
• Knowledge of sourcing strategies and talent pipeline development for specialized technical roles.
• Familiarity with Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and recruiting analytics tools.
• Understanding of the dynamics of recruiting in deep-tech or highly specialized technical environments.
• Ability to translate organizational hiring needs into clear recruitment strategies and execution plans.
• Fluent in English; knowledge of French is an asset.

Sought profile :

• Ability to build and lead a recruiting team, fostering collaboration and professional development.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build trust with hiring managers and leadership.
• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple hiring priorities and pipelines simultaneously.
• Strong autonomy and a desire to build and constinuouly improve processes
• Ability to operate effectively in a fast-growing and evolving organization.
• Strategic mindset combined with astrong execution focus.
• Clear and structured communicator capable of interacting with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Strong commitment to Nord Quantique’s mission of advancing quantum computing and deep-tech innovation.

We are committed to building an inclusive team that draws on a wide range of experiences and are mindful that strengths can take many forms. We place value on initiative, adaptability, and a collaborative mindset—regardless of formal background.

Working at Nord Quantique

At Nord Quantique, you will be part of something special: working in a highly dynamic environment at the forefront of quantum technology development while benefiting from a vibrant ecosystem located at the heart of the Quantum Innovation Zone of the picturesque city of Sherbrooke. Our interdisciplinary team is laser-focused on solving grand challenges and making quantum computing a reality.

Nord Quantique is an equal-opportunity employer, and we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive work environment where all individuals can fulfill their aspirations while being supported and heard. This also means that we offer flexible work schedules and adapt our methods for the well-being of every individual.

Moving to Nord Quantique

Nord Quantique offers extensive moving support, including help with immigration paperwork, with finding a place to live, with access to childcare and schools, even helping your partner to find a new job. We offer a relocation compensation package and competitive salaries.

Working language : English and/or French (knowledge of French is an asset)

Workplace : Espace Quantique 1, 1950 rue Roy, Sherbrooke, QC, J1K 1B7

Contact: (819) 975-4654, career@nordquantique.ca