Senior IT (Technical) Recruiter

Job summary

The Senior IT Recruiter will manage full-cycle recruitment for IT contract roles, including sourcing, screening, and candidate engagement. They will also maintain talent pipelines, prepare candidate submissions for clients, and mentor junior team members.

Job details

BeachHead is growing and seeking a Senior Recruitment Specialist to join our team, responsible for delivering full-cycle recruitment for Information Technology (IT) contract roles. In this position, you will execute end-to-end recruitment activities, including sourcing, screening, candidate engagement, and offer management. You will work closely with the Recruitment Team Lead/Manager to understand role requirements and deliver qualified professionals across the clients. Key Responsibilities Execute full-cycle recruitment for IT/Business Professional contract roles in a fast-paced environment Screen candidates against job requirements to ensure strong technical and role alignment Proactively source candidates through databases, professional networks, referrals, and direct outreach Build and maintain talent pipelines for hard-to-fill roles Engage candidates through phone, virtual, and in-person interactions Maintain ongoing relationships with both new and past applicants Prepare candidate resumes, summaries, and skill matrices for client submission Accurately document candidate activity and communications in the Applicant Tracking System (ATS) Manage candidate and client expectations throughout the recruitment lifecycle Prepare candidates for client interviews and provide ongoing support Meet individual performance metrics as outlined in the ATS dashboard Mentor and support junior team members as needed Represent BeachHead professionally and promote company values in all interactions Qualifications Minimum 3+ years of experience as an IT Recruitment Specialist Proven experience managing full-cycle recruitment in a senior or similar capacity Strong time-management and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple roles simultaneously Demonstrated ability to build strong relationships with candidates and internal stakeholders Solid understanding of the IT recruitment market, including roles, skillsets, compensation, and candidate availability Experience using Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and HR-related software Familiarity with professional networking platforms, social media, and resume databases Knowledge of Canadian labour legislation Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including professional email writing and resume formatting Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources Management or a related field Ability to work independently while escalating issues appropriately Strong candidate engagement and headhunting capabilities Compensation CAD 60,000 – CAD 90,000 annual base salary BeachHead is an equal opportunity agency and employer. We advocate for our candidates and welcome applicants regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, or physical or mental disability. BeachHead or our clients may use technology-enabled tools, including automation and artificial intelligence (AI), to support parts of the recruitment process such as resume screening, application management, and candidate matching. These tools assist our recruiters and our clients, and do not replace human decision-making. This job posting represents a current opening. The position may be filled at any time, and the posting may be removed without notice once the role has been filled. Privacy Policy

What you’ll do

The Senior IT Recruiter will manage full-cycle recruitment for IT contract roles, including sourcing, screening, and candidate engagement. They will also maintain talent pipelines, prepare candidate submissions for clients, and mentor junior team members.

Requirements

Candidates must have at least 3 years of experience in IT recruitment and a solid understanding of the IT market and Canadian labour legislation. A bachelor's degree in Human Resources or a related field is required, along with strong organizational and communication skills.

Listed skills

• Time management · Preferred
• Communication Skills · Preferred
• Relationship Building · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Full-cycle recruitment
• IT recruitment
• Candidate sourcing
• Screening
• Candidate engagement
• Applicant tracking systems
• Technical alignment
• Relationship building
• Time management
• Organizational skills
• Resume formatting
• Skill matrices
• Headhunting
• Communication skills
• Canadian labour legislation

Job areas

• Human Resources
• Technology
• Consulting