Talent Acquisition Business Partner

About Us The Ontario Cannabis Store provides safe, responsible access to recreational cannabis for adults 19 and older. We operate the sole legal online store for recreational cannabis in Ontario and are the provincial wholesaler of cannabis for private retail stores.

Working at the OCS is a unique opportunity to be part of an agile start-up in a ground‑breaking new industry. We’re a diverse team passionate about delivering a great customer experience, working together with mutual respect and building value out of our differences. We’re an inclusive organization that understands that delivering great results comes out of ensuring every voice is heard.

About the Role We’re looking for a Talent Acquisition Business Partner to join our team as a key member of the Human Resources department. This newly created position combines strategic thinking with hands‑on execution to modernize our hiring practices and deliver an exceptional candidate experience.

This is an opportunity to make a measurable impact on how we attract and engage talent in a fast‑paced, evolving industry.

About Your Day

Review current recruitment workflows to recommend and implement process improvements that will streamline candidate experience

Manage full‑cycle recruitment for select roles, including posting, screening, interviewing and offer coordination

Ensure consistent and transparent communication with candidates throughout the process

Provide guidance and training to hiring managers on recruitment best practices

Partner with HR Business Partners to understand workforce needs and align on recruitment efforts

Develop tools and resources to support hiring manager capability

Promote inclusive hiring practices and ensure a level playing field in all recruitments

Evaluate current recruitment tools and systems; recommend upgrades or new technologies

Collaborate with internal teams to enhance employer branding and candidate outreach

Monitor recruitment metrics and trends to inform strategy and continuous improvement

Lead or support projects that improve talent acquisition efficiency and innovation

Provide day‑to‑day guidance and task oversight to the Talent Acquisition Coordinator

Act as additional support for HRBP team in high volume periods

Foster a collaborative and inclusive team culture focused on continuous improvement

About You

Post‑secondary degree in Human Resources, Business or a related field—or equivalent experience

Certificate in Talent Acquisition, Designation in CHRL/CHRP preferred

5 years of experience in talent acquisition, including recruitment strategy and process design

Experience recruiting for senior‑level roles and working with applicant tracking systems (ATS)

Experience with Ceridian Dayforce is a plus.

Experience training or supporting managers is preferred

Exposure to employer branding initiatives or recruitment marketing is preferred

Strong facilitation and communication skills

Proficiency in PowerPoint and recruitment platforms

Knowledge of accessibility requirements in Ontario

Ability to build collaborative relationships with internal and external stakeholders

Analytical mindset with a focus on continuous improvement

About the Job

Hours of Work: 36.25 a week

Employment Type: Fixed‑Term, 12‑months

Required Travel: Rare, usually within the GTA

Compensation The target hiring range for this position is $85,000 to $100,000. This is a pay grade 6 role, with a salary range of $71,777.30 to $107,379.81. Placement in the salary range will be based on factors such as market conditions, internal equity, and candidate experience, skills, and qualifications relevant to the role.

We are committed to providing an accessible, equitable and inclusive candidate and employee experience. We provide reasonable accommodation throughout the recruitment process and in employment. If you require an accommodation, please let us know, we will work with you to meet your needs.

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