Technical Recruiter
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Job Summary
PLATO is one of Canadas leading software testing services firms driven by the mission of building a stronger more inclusive technology workforce. While we are proudly Indigenous-led and committed to creating opportunities for First Nations Métis and Inuit communities our team reflects the rich diversity of Canada. We welcome talented individuals from all backgrounds who share our passion for quality and excellence in software testing.
At PLATO we believe that better software leads to a better world. Our software testing specialists come together with a shared commitment to delivering exceptional results for our clients while building strong resilient communities. We have established offices in Fredericton Ottawa/Gatineau Sault Ste. Marie Regina Calgary Vancouver and Victoria including locations near Indigenous communities.
PLATO is seeking a Technical Recruiter to join our growing Talent team in Ottawa. This role is ideal for someone who is highly responsive curious and comfortable working with evolving requirements. Youll work closely with hiring managers and senior recruiters to support hiring in a fast-moving environment where priorities and role definitions can change quickly requiring strong follow-through and clear communication.
This position is Ottawa-based and requires working onsite three (3) days per week. Fully remote work is not possible.
- Partner closely with hiring managers to understand and clarify evolving role requirements
- Respond to new or shifting hiring requirements with short turnaround times (1-2 business days)
- Proactively source and engage candidates using LinkedIn job boards referrals networking and creative outreach
- Build and maintain talent pipelines across roles skill sets and locations
- Review resumes and conduct initial phone screens to assess candidate qualifications and motivation
- Coordinate and manage candidates throughout the interview process ensuring clear timely and professional communication at every stage
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date information in the applicant tracking system (ATS) including all screening and interview notes
- Collect required documentation for contracts onboarding and security processes
- Track recruiting activity and support reporting on hiring metrics
- Identify opportunities to improve recruiting processes operational efficiency and candidate experience
- Represent PLATO at networking events career fairs and other talent-related initiatives to help promote PLATOs culture and opportunities to prospective candidates
- Support Ottawa office administrative needs including onboarding exits and office supplies
Required
- Diploma or degree in Business Human Resources or equivalent experience
- 3-5 years of experience in a technical recruiting role sourcing and screening candidates with previous agency recruiting experience required
- Experience working with government staffing and grid work
- Experience coordinating interviews and working directly with hiring managers
- Ability to adapt quickly to evolving requirements and shifting priorities
- Strong responsiveness organization and follow-through
- Confidence to ask questions seek clarity and adjust approach as needed
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability and willingness to work onsite in Ottawa three days per week
Nice to Have
- Experience recruiting in technology consulting or professional services environments
- Eligibility and willingness to obtain Government of Canada security clearance
Who We Are
PLATO is a software testing and technology services company trusted by clients around the world.
In addition to providing our clients the highest quality software testing services PLATO is creating careers in technology for First Nations Inuit and Métis people from coast to coast to coast through our innovative train-and-employ model. Since 1997 we have been helping organizations all over the world reach their quality objectives by delivering scalable proven quality-centric managed services. Companies such as Apple Suncor TD Bank Medavie BCLC LinkedIn Boeing and many others have gained considerable advantage from our Quality Assurance (QA) Testing and eLearning expertise and experience.
We deliver specialized QA services to our clients with the goal of helping them increase profitability boost customer satisfaction manage development cycles and implement quality-centric solutions. We develop innovative approaches and solutions designed to generate increased efficiencies competitive advantage and market share for our clients.
Who We Are
PLATO is a software testing and technology services company trusted by clients around the world.
In addition to providing our clients the highest quality software testing services PLATO is creating careers in technology for First Nations Inuit and Métis people from coast to coast to coast through our innovative train-and-employ model. Since 1997 we have been helping organizations all over the world reach their quality objectives by delivering scalable proven quality-centric managed services. Companies such as Apple Suncor TD Bank Medavie BCLC LinkedIn Boeing and many others have gained considerable advantage from our Quality Assurance (QA) Testing and eLearning expertise and experience.
We deliver specialized QA services to our clients with the goal of helping them increase profitability boost customer satisfaction manage development cycles and implement quality-centric solutions. We develop innovative approaches and solutions designed to generate increased efficiencies competitive advantage and market share for our clients.
Work With Us
At PLATO we encourage our employees personal career growth. We have plans in place to make sure that each employee is connected with a people manager to help guide them through their professional development offer e-learning classes and give our employees the opportunity to pursue software certifications for cutting-edge technologies.
PLATO respectfully acknowledges that our offices are located on treaty territories unceded First Nations and Inuit territories and part of Métis homelands. We honour their long history of welcoming many Nations to the beautiful Turtle Island and we actively work towards reconciliation between Métis Inuit and First Nation peoples and non-Indigenous people on this Land.
We contribute to proactive employment practices to promote inclusivity and diversity to those especially marginalized populations such as women persons with disabilities members of visible minorities First Nations Métis and Inuit peoples and all other groups protected under the Human Rights Code.
We are committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities in accordance with provincial legislation. Please let us know if you require accommodation during any aspect of the recruitment process and we will work with you to address your needs.
About Company
Our team of software testing specialists believe that better software leads to a better world. PLATO can help you get there.
