Talent Acquisition Advisor - Bilingual One Year Contract

At CN, everyday brings new and exciting challenges. You can expect an interesting environment where you’re part of making sure our business is running optimally and safely―helping keep the economy on track. We provide the kind of paid training and opportunities that long-term careers are built on and we recognize hard workers who strive to make a difference. You will be able to thrive in our close-knit, safety-focused culture working together as ONE TEAM. The careers we offer are meaningful because the work we do matters. Join us!

Job Summary for Bilingual Talent Acquisition Advisor (English/French)
 
CN is looking for a passionate, self-motivated recruitment professional for a one year contract who is driven to deliver top talent to our team. CN’s people make the difference and, in this role, you will be responsible for attracting and hiring top talent to help enable CN’s objective of being North America #1 railroad of choice. The Talent Acquisition Advisor is responsible for candidate engagement throughout the hiring lifecycle including job posting management, sourcing, conducting and scheduling interviews, extending offers and completing necessary paperwork and processes to onboard new hires while proactively working to ensure CN builds a diverse workforce. You will join a fast-paced and dynamic Talent Acquisition team that is focused on continuing CN’s legacy of being a top employer year after year!

This role is supporting our Transportation Division.

Main Responsibilities

Responsible for the full life-cycle recruitment for requisitions across North America including job postings, sourcing and resume review, pre-screening, interviews, and pipeline tracking
Develop a deep understanding of CN’s talent needs across different teams and groups
Build and maintain collaborative relationships with hiring managers to understand their hiring needs while providing expertise on market trends and providing hiring recommendations
Continuously work towards building and maintaining strong talent pipelines for multiple, complex searches by leveraging numerous platforms
Directly source candidates through database mining, direct sourcing, vendor partnerships and referrals
Conduct initial conversations with potential candidates to evaluate qualifications, providing feedback and recommendations on next steps
Ensure a positive candidate experience throughout the entire recruitment process
Manage job offer process including offer extensions and negotiation
Collaborate and share knowledge and best practices with the Talent Acquisition and HR teams
Ensure data integrity and accuracy through CN’s internal ATS system
Act as an ambassador within the Talent Acquisition team
Ensure that recruiting and hiring practices are in compliance with corporate policies and governmental regulations

Working Conditions

 
The role has standard working conditions  and will currently be eligible to participate in our hybrid work model.  Travel across Canada and/or US is expected.  Due to the nature of the role, the incumbent must be able to meet tight deadlines, handle pressure and manage stress.  

Requirements
 
Minimum 2 years of recruiting experience in transportation or a trades-based environment experience (high volume)

Bilingual English/French (verbal and written)

Education/Certification/Designation
Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources (HR) or equivalent an asset

Competencies
Collaborates with key internal stakeholders to enable higher productivity
Leverages feedback and coaching to improve performance
Inspires others with impactful communications and adapts to the audience
Project and time management
Shares timely information within and across functions to get things done effectively
Applies analytical thinking to make recommendations that result in sustainable outcomes
Technical Skills/Knowledge
Experience with ATS and/or Recruitment Software
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
Proven track record of success in talent acquisition with strong recruitment skills
Ability to multi-task and adapt to a rapidly changing environment
Strong interviewing, negotiation, and closing skills
Resourceful with strong analytical skills

About CN

 
CN is a world-class transportation leader and trade-enabler. Essential to the economy, to the customers, and to the communities it serves, CN safely transports more than 300 million tons of natural resources, manufactured products, and finished goods throughout North America every year. As the only railroad connecting Canada’s Eastern and Western coasts with the Southern tip of the U.S. through a 19,500 mile rail network, CN and its affiliates have been contributing to community prosperity and sustainable trade since 1919. CN is committed to programs supporting social responsibility and environmental stewardship. At CN, we work as ONE TEAM, focused on safety, sustainability and our customers, providing operational and supply chain excellence to deliver results.