Technical Recruiter

OVERVIEW
We are currently seeking experienced Technical Recruiters to join our People & Culture team and lead the recruitment of the finest talent in service of the Company’s massive hiring plan to scale our world-changing initiatives. This mission-critical position will design and execute recruitment strategies to generate leads, as well as drive a quality selection process.

This is an exciting opportunity for the incumbent to experience many facets of the talent acquisition domain, while working at a rapidly growing, award-winning start-up organization that focuses on bringing together farmers and clean technology to turn climate change, economic crisis, and food insecurity into unprecedented opportunities. Reporting to the VP People & Culture, the Technical Recruiter will serve as an ambassador of Terramera and work closely with hiring managers and subject matter experts across the Company.

Note: This position will start on a 6-month or 12-month full-time contract, with a high possibility for extension or permanent conversion.

YOUR MISSION

To actively research, identify, attract, and hire highly-specialized talent, while maximizing the effectiveness of all candidate streams and other recruitment strategies in line with business objectives.

ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Proactively build candidate pipelines by effectively shortlisting the inbound flow of candidate applications and strategic sourcing of passive candidates through referrals, LinkedIn, external associations, diversity groups and other channels
• Initiate and lead recruitment kickoff meetings to fully understand role requirements, core competencies and alignment with business objectives
• Guide hiring practices that are fair, equitable and welcoming of all applicants, as well as provide equal employment opportunity to all qualified applicants
• Build job descriptions, external job ads, recruitment plans and interview kits
• Lead the planning of selection procedures in partnership with the Hiring Managers, including phone screens, technical and cultural assessments, in-person interviews, and background check
• Lead the negotiation and closing of offers of varying complexities
• Ensure high quality candidate and client (internal stakeholder) experience by providing transparency and data-driven progress updates on a regular cadence
• Arrange on-site interviews, including for out-of-town candidates by coordinating schedules, arranging travel and accommodation, escorting candidates to interviews and arranging tours
• Mentor and supervise the workflow assigned to the Recruitment Coordinator
• Attend relevant conferences and networking events

REQUIREMENTS

• Post-secondary degree in Business Administration, Human Resources, or related discipline
• 3+ years of professional experience as a Recruiter, including building recruitment strategies involving effective sourcing, recruitment marketing and employer branding initiatives
• Proven experience and knowledge in technical recruitment, such as engineering and science
• Experience working in fast-paced, entrepreneurial environments with high volume recruitment
• Applied experience using various interview techniques and evaluation methods
• Proven track record of sourcing, generating, and converting leads to candidates
• Experience with Applicant Tracking Systems and Candidate Management System

QUALITIES WE’RE LOOKING FOR

• Effective Negotiation, Influencing & Communication Skills
• Ability to Deliver Compelling Story to Prospective Candidates
• Ability to Adapt to Shifting Priorities
• Personable & Charismatic
• Self-Motivated with High Standards
• Ability to Foster Good Relationships
• Ability to Quickly Learn and Apply Technical Information
• Excellent Follow-Up Skills
• Integrity & Confidentiality

LOCATION

• Remote based in Vancouver, BC

WHO WE ARE

Terramera is a cleantech leader focused on fusing AI, science and nature to create revolutionary technologies that transform how we grow food and solve other world-scale challenges. With its Actigate™ Targeted Performance technology and mission to unlock the intelligence in nature to ensure a world that thrives and provides for everyone, Terramera is committed to reducing global synthetic chemical loads in agriculture by 80%,  increasing global farm productivity by 20%, and increasing soil organic carbon by 100% by 2030. The privately held company was founded in 2010 and has grown to include a world-class bench of engineers, scientists, advisors and investors. Terramera is headquartered in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, has integrated operations that include a research lab, greenhouse and farm, and has more than 250+ patents in its IP portfolio. 

Our success begins with our people. We’re looking for A-Players who are as passionate about making a difference as we are and thrive in environments that are dynamic, challenging and rewarding. Join our movement, as we set a new standard and change the world together as a highly dedicated, innovative, future-focused and solutions-oriented team. 

Terramera is committed to a diverse workforce and we are an equal opportunity employer. 

APPLICATION DEADLINE

• Applications will be accepted and reviewed on a rolling basis