Title: Research (Recruitment) Associate – Executrade Your Recruitment Specialists

Location: Edmonton

Research (Recruitment) Associate – Executrade Your Recruitment Specialists

Type: In-Office (with Flexibility) | Full-Time

Are you passionate about connecting top talent with the right opportunities? Do you thrive in a fast paced, collaborative environment where teamwork is essential to success?

Executrade Your Recruitment Specialists (Executrade)has an opportunity looking for a Research Associate to help identify, source, and engage top tier candidates in alignment with client needs. This is your opportunity to act as the first point of contact for candidates and work hand-in-hand with our team of industry leading consultants to find the perfect match for each role.

Based in our Edmonton office, this in-office role offers flexibility to meet personal needs. Join us to contribute to a dynamic, team-oriented environment where a strong work ethic is essential for success.

Join us to make a difference—and grow your career in the exciting world of recruitment.

What You Will Do

As a Research Associate, you will play a pivotal role in the recruitment process at Executrade.

Key responsibilities will include:

Targeted Research & Outreach:

• Leverage job boards, social media, networking, and industry-specific platforms to identify top-tier candidates.
• Conduct targeted outreach to the most qualified passive candidates, positioning opportunities as transformative career moves.

Candidate Engagement & Evaluation:

• Conduct comprehensive pre-screen interviews to assess candidate suitability.
• Develop detailed candidate profiles and summaries for consultant review.
• Coordinateinterviewsandpreparecandidateswithcustomizedmaterialstoensure success.

Reporting & Administration:

• Develop compelling job descriptions for upcoming searches, and post new job openings on the Executrade website.
• Prepareprogressreportstokeepclientsinformedthroughoutthesearchprocess.
• Maintainaccuratedocumentationofcandidateinformationinourtrackingsystem to ensure search activities are well-organized.
• Ensure prompt and precise delivery of candidate profiles and updates to consultants, maintaining high levels of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Assist the Consultants in the entire recruitment process from start to finish.

Team Collaboration & Search Coordination:

• Manage candidate communications, ensuring transparency, clarity, and satisfaction throughout the recruitment process.
• Collaborate with consultants daily to align on priorities and candidate updates.
• Collaborate within a team-first, fast-paced environment where individual and group success are equally celebrated.

Compliance & Background Verification:

• Conduct comprehensive background checks, including social media audit, reference checks, criminal record checks and designation verification.

What You Bring to the Role

Education & Experience:

• A bachelor’s degree in business, human resources, or a related field is preferred but not mandatory.
• 1-3 years of experience in recruitment within a fast-paced environment.
• Industry expertise is valued, and relevant experience can compensate for academic qualifications.
• Familiarity with ATS, CRM tools, and sourcing platforms (e.g. LinkedIn Recruiter, Indeed).

Technical Skills:

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and collaboration tools like Teams and Zoom.
• Knowledge of advanced sourcing strategies.

Key Competencies:

• Professional Presentation: Demonstrate professionalism in every interaction.
• Communication Skills: Engage effectively with candidates, clients, and internal teams.
• Team Sport Mindset: Thrive in collaborative environments, working toward shared goals.
• Analytical Thinking: Evaluate candidates from both technical and cultural perspectives.
• Relationship Building: Develop trust with candidates, clients, and team members.
• Proactive & Results-Driven: Take initiative to optimize outcomes and find creative solutions.

Apply Today

Join us and become part of a passionate team dedicated to helping clients and candidates achieve their goals. If you are ready to grow your career in recruitment, we want to hear from you!

Submit your application here: [Link to the Vincere job posting]

About Us

Executrade is one of Western Canada’s most comprehensive full-service recruitment firms, with over 50 years of expertise in connecting talented professionals with leading organizations.

We are proud to apply principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion in all our recruitment practices, ensuring equal opportunities for all candidates. Our commitment to these values enables us to match organizations with a diverse range of top talent, fostering workplace cultures that thrive on innovation, collaboration, and respect.

Note: In accordance with Canadian immigration laws, priority will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents. Learn more:

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