Telesat (NASDAQ and TSX: TSAT) is a leading global satellite operator, providing reliable and secure satellite-delivered communications solutions worldwide to broadcast, telecommunications, corporate and government customers for over 50 years. Backed by a legacy of engineering excellence, reliability and industry-leading customer service, Telesat has grown to be one of the largest and most successful global satellite operators.
Telesat Lightspeed, our revolutionary Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellite network, scheduled to begin service in 2027, will revolutionize global broadband connectivity for enterprise users by delivering a combination of high capacity, security, resiliency and affordability with ultra-low latency and fiber-like speeds. Telesat is headquartered in Ottawa, Canada, and has offices and facilities around the world.
The company’s state-of-the-art fleet consists of 14 GEO satellites, the Canadian payload on ViaSat-1 and one LEO 3 demonstration satellite. For more information, follow Telesat on X and LinkedIn or visit www.telesat.com
The Talent Acquisition Coordinator will be responsible for supporting recruiting operations by completing Offer letters, Reference checks, security clearance management and ensuring all job postings are accurate and meet Telesat's posting standards.
In addition, the coordinator will be responsible for owning Telesat's Coop hiring program where they will be responsible for developing relationships with various Universities, full cycle recruiting and attend job fairs and other marketing events related to the hiring of Coop talent.
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Main Responsibilities:
Attend recruiting events, career fairs and other events as required
Conduct on-site recruiting and screening as necessary for COOP hiring
Update recruiting progress via Applicant Tracking System (ATS) Lever
Conduct background and reference checks for potential new hires during peak recruiter periods
Review, draft and distribute employment offers as directed by the Talent Acquisition Team
Develop and maintain relationships with educational institutions, industry stakeholders and agencies as support resources and partners
Input vendor details into ERP and process invoices on behalf of the Talent team as required
Assist with onboarding, orientation and training of new hires where required; and other Talent Acquisition initiatives and projects as directed
Arranging travel for interviewers
Assisting with invoicing and contract suppliers using Workday
Be the single point of contact with Telesat's security team for employee clearances
Create, implement, and update a shared tracker for Recruiters to see stages of the offer/clearance/onboarding
Education and Experience required:
A combination of professional experiences or equivalent combined education, designation and work experience will be considered;
1-2 years Human Resources experience, including in talent acquisition
Minimum of two (2) years of post secondary school education or equivalent work experience
Registered Professional Recruiter (RPR) designation, or Certified Human Resources Professional (CHRP) designation along with practical experience may be considered in lieu of formal education.
Assets:
Bilingual (French and English) written and spoken would be an asset
Experience with Workday is an asset
Experience with Lever ATS is an asset
Knowledgeable of provincial employment standards (Ontario, Quebec, Alberta, British Columbia)
Proficient in the use of computers and online platforms (social media, professional networks, job boards, etc.)
Advanced knowledge of MS Excel and related applications
The successful candidate must be able to work in Canada and obtain a Reliability clearance.
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At Telesat, we take pride in being an equal opportunity employer that values equality in the workplace. We are committed to providing the best candidate experience possible including any required accommodations at every stage of our interview process. All qualified applicants that have been selected for an interview that require accommodations, are advised to inform the Telesat Talent team accordingly. We will work with you to meet your needs. All accommodation information provided will be treated as confidential.
