About Us

As a self-regulatory organization, our mission is to promote healthy capital markets by regulating fairly and effectively so that investors are protected and confident investing in their futures. At the Canadian Investment Regulatory Organization (CIRO), we are committed to setting high regulatory standards for the investment industry, safeguarding investors, and supporting the integrity of Canada’s capital markets. Join a growing team and contribute to the dynamic and complex world of Canadian capital markets.

About this Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced Contract Talent Acquisition Advisor to join our in‑house Talent Acquisition team. In this role, you will partner closely with hiring managers and HR colleagues to deliver end‑to‑end recruitment for a portfolio of technical and IT roles across the organization.

This is a hands‑on, delivery‑focused role ideal for a recruiter who thrives in a fast‑paced corporate environment and brings strong market knowledge across technology talent.

Core Responsibilities

• Manage full‑cycle recruitment for technical and IT positions, including but not limited to infrastructure, cybersecurity, quality assurance and application development

• Partner with hiring managers to clarify role requirements, advise on market conditions, and develop effective attraction strategies

• Proactively source and engage technical talent using LinkedIn (Recruiter), ATS, referrals, and other sourcing channels

• Screen, interview, and assess candidates for technical capability, culture add, and role fit

• Support coordination of interview processes, provide candidate guidance, and ensure a positive candidate experience

• Maintain accurate and timely documentation within the applicant tracking system

• Contribute to continuous improvement of recruiting processes, employer branding, and candidate pipelines

What You Bring

Must-have:

• Post-secondary education with a concentration in Human Resources or equivalent work experience

• Minimum of 5 years’ of full-cycle recruitment experience

• Experience directly recruiting for IT/technology related roles, preferably in an in‑house/corporate environment

• Strong understanding of technical roles, skill sets, and hiring trends within the IT market

• Demonstrated success sourcing passive technical talent

• Ability to manage multiple requisitions simultaneously while maintaining quality and speed

• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills

• Comfortable working with ATS platforms and recruitment tools

Nice to have:

• Experience recruiting for highly specialized or niche technical roles
• Prior contract recruitment experience within mid‑to‑large organizations
• Experience recruiting within a regulatory organization
• Strong capability in building diverse technical talent pipelines and supporting inclusive hiring practices

Culture and Working Environment

Life at CIRO is purpose and performance - driven. We foster an inclusive culture where teamwork, a forward-thinking attitude, and integrity are at the core of everything we do. This creates an environment where employees thrive, grow, and are empowered to learn and contribute their best.

Joining CIRO means becoming part of a dynamic and transparent organization that values accountability and is committed to maintaining the highest standards of regulatory oversight in the financial industry.

Our Commitment

CIRO is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment accommodation in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 (AODA). CIRO will provide accommodation to job applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. Should you require accommodation, please contact Human Resources.

We are committed to creating an inclusive and barrier-free recruitment and selection process across Canada. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals and are dedicated to providing accommodations upon request for candidates participating in all aspects of the recruitment process, in accordance with applicable human rights and accessibility legislation.

Our Recruitment Process

• This posting reflects an active vacancy on our team
• We use automated (AI) tools to assist with candidate sourcing and communications. Applications are reviewed by our hiring team and hiring decisions are made by people.
• This role has a hiring range of $85,000 - $100,000 on an annualized basis, with the placement and offered salary being based on knowledge, skills, education/training and experience, as well as external market conditions and internal equity.

While we appreciate receiving applications, only those applicants who closely meet the position requirements will be contacted. #LI-HYBRID #hiring