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Location- This role is hybrid with a mix of remote and in-person work at Enterprise Square.

Reporting to the Director, Organizational Development and Talent Management, the Senior Consultant, Executive Recruitment is responsible for leading and managing the end-to-end recruitment lifecycle for senior leadership positions (such as VPs and AVPs, etc.). Operating within the framework of the University’s Recruitment Policy, UAPPOL procedures, and provincial labour legislation, this position ensures a proactive, barrier-free, and highly professional search process. The main contribution of this role is to secure top-tier national and global talent that aligns with the University's strategic plan, while mitigating reputational risk and ensuring a diverse candidate pool.

“Hire great people and give them freedom to be awesome.” — Andrew Mason

Thriving organizations are built on people. The Human Resources, Health Safety and Environment (HRHSE) portfolio is composed of exceptional people creating a people-focused culture to support the institution's vision.

We are committed to questioning the status quo, driving excellence, and leading with purpose. We lead with purpose in creating a workplace culture that supports the institution in strengthening its core teaching, research, community engagement, and student enrichment experience.

HRHSE is a values-based portfolio; we incorporate our values of trust, accountability, relationship building and safety in everything we do. Our employees are committed to living our values and are grounded in the conviction that leadership should be demonstrated, encouraged and supported at all levels of the institution.

In HRHSE, we are made up of six teams that are responsible for providing the highest quality services to our campus community; Total Rewards, Talent Management, Organizational Development, Health, Safety and Environment, Employee and Labour Relations and HR Service Partnerships.

Join our practical, results-driven, energized, and engaged team and see firsthand how we live our values, drive change and lead with purpose

• Partners with Hiring Managers, Search Committees, and senior leadership to define the search strategy, ideal candidate profile, and success metrics.

• Develops comprehensive recruitment plans that include timelines, sourcing strategies, and budgets.

• Manages the sourcing, screening, and initial interviewing of executive-level candidates.

• Manages contracts and relationships with external executive search firms when third-party vendors are utilized.

• Oversees the transition of the successful candidate into the university, ensuring a seamless hand-off to the relevant faculty or department.

• Ensures all recruitment activities adhere to the Recruitment Policies, Access to Information Act (ATIA) and Protection of Privacy Act (POPA) legislation, etc.

• A Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field is required. RPR designation is an asset.

• Deep understanding of executive recruitment methodologies; knowledge of Post-Secondary Administrative structures; familiarity with ATIA and POPA and human rights legislation as it pertains to hiring.

• Expertise in competency-based interviewing, executive sourcing (LinkedIn Recruiter, Boolean search), and talent mapping.

• Communication Skills: Exceptional executive presence and "high-touch" communication skills; ability to influence senior leaders and navigate complex committee dynamics.

• A minimum of 10 years of professional experience in full-cycle recruitment, including at least 5 years specifically dedicated to executive or senior-level searches within the post-secondary sector.

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This position is excluded from the bargaining unit.

In accordance with the Handbook of Employment for Management and Professional Staff (Excluded)**, this position has a comprehensive benefits package and an annual salary which will be commensurate with qualifications.

The University of Alberta acknowledges that we are located on Treaty 6 territory, and respects the histories, languages and cultures of First Nations, Métis, Inuit and all FirstPeoples of Canada, whose presence continues to enrich our vibrant community.

The University of Alberta is a community of knowledge seekers, change makers and world shapers who lead with purpose each and every day. We are home to over 14,000 faculty and staff, more than 40,000 students and a growing community of 300,000 alumni worldwide.

Your work will have a meaningful influence on a fascinating cross-section of people - from our students and community members, to our renowned researchers and innovators, making discoveries and generating solutions that make the world healthier, safer, stronger and more just. Learn more.

At the University of Alberta, we are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible hiring process for all candidates. If you require accommodations to participate in the interview process, please let us know at the time of booking your interview and we will make every effort to accommodate your needs.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those individuals selected for an interview will be contacted.

All University employees have a responsibility to foster a workplace that prioritizes safety in all its forms—physical, cultural, and psychological. This is achieved by promoting a safe environment, adhering to all safety laws, policies and procedures, completing all required safety training, identifying hazards and implementing controls, reporting incidents, and contributing to a culture of belonging and respect, while endeavoring to ensure that all colleagues feel valued and safe to express their thoughts, perspectives and concerns.

The University of Alberta is committed to creating a university community where everyone feels valued, barriers to success are removed, and thriving connections are fostered. We welcome applications from all qualified persons. We encourage women, First Nations, Métis and Inuit persons, members of visible minority groups, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity and expression, and all those who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas and the University to apply.

L’Université de l’Alberta s’engage à créer une communauté universitaire où chaque personne se sent valorisée, où les obstacles à la réussite sont éliminés et où des connexions enrichissantes peuvent se développer. Nous accueillons les demandes de toutes les personnes qualifiées. Nous encourageons les femmes; Premières nations, Métis et Inuits; membres des groupes minoritaires visibles; personnes handicapées; personnes de toute orientation sexuelle ou identité et expression de genre; et toutes les personnes qui peuvent contribuer à la diversification des idées et à l'université à postuler.