Talent Acquisition Specialist

Are you a proactive, dynamic recruiter with a strong track record of sourcing the best of the best for both in office, remote and overseas? 

Viva Naturals is searching for a Talent Acquisition Specialist who will play a key role in our talent acquisition strategy. Our ideal candidate has a passion for health and wellness, a keen eye for detail and is ready to be the biggest brand ambassador for the Viva Naturals brand.

This role will begin as a 1-year contract with the potential for permanent. 

The Viva Vision:

Everyone at Viva Naturals believes in the power of healthy living. Through our commitment to creating exceptional health and wellness products, and our desire to make the world a better place, we want to empower our customers to live happier, healthier, and more meaningful lives.

We Make Wellness Possible:

Viva Naturals was founded in 2011 by a team of people who didn’t just know a lot about wellness – they made it their way of life. Ever since, we’ve brought like-minded individuals together to create some of the world’s best supplements, superfoods, and personal wellness products.

Our number one focus is making sure our products deliver nothing but Mother Nature’s finest, in combinations and concentrations that really, truly get results. That means ingredients that are natural, organic, and non-GMO, and formulas that are free from unnecessary additives, fillers, sugars, or dyes. And, we like to do it all responsibly, ensuring the health and wellbeing of our partners, and our planet. 

The Role:

Reporting to the Head of People & Culture, the Talent Acquisition Specialist will work to source, attract and acquire the best of the best in talent in support of our high growth strategy. In addition to providing support in people related projects. 

What you will do in more detail:

• Continuously provide recruitment support for roles as determined by the Head of People & Culture and Leadership Team 


• Write job ads and post roles on appropriate job boards (Indeed, Monster, LinkedIn etc.) through BambooHR


• Proactively search for talent by researching and developing strategies 


• Screen resumes through Bamboo HR and respond to every candidate who applies to ensure excellence in candidate care


• Conduct telephone screening interviews with shortlisted candidates


• Conduct in person interviews with shortlisted candidates


• Recommend candidates to be brought forward to meet with hiring managers 


• Establish a Campus Recruiting Program to support departmental requirements 


• Understand our talent needs at the internship/co-op level.


• Research and develop relationships with post-secondary institutions based on the roles that we are looking to fill. 


• Work closely with the Head of People & Culture and marketing team to support our employer brand pages 


• Provide Support to the Head of People & Culture through, on-boarding, employee file creation, JHSC, benefits administration, other people related functions as required. 


• Assist with special projects, initiatives, reporting and documentation, as required

What you have done to get here: 

• 5+ years of technical and non-technical recruitment experience in a fast-paced, high growth environment, preferably in the CPG industry including recruitment for roles managed remotely and overseas


• Strong relationship building and interpersonal skills 


• Knowledge of sourcing and talent attraction methods - familiar with techniques to win passive candidates and closing strategies 


• Must have strong interviewing skills including experience in developing behavioural based, competency related interview questions


• Strong background in human resources, benefits, wage and salary, attraction and retention strategies, and policies 


• Technically savvy (able to quickly learn a number of internal messaging and project management systems) and proficient in Microsoft Office and Google Drive


• Experience working various HRIS and web-based applicant tracking systems is an asset


• Operate with a sense of urgency and going the extra mile to exceed expectations is part of your DNA


• High level verbal and written communications skills


• High level of discretion and confidentiality


• Diploma or degree


• Certificates/Licenses – CHRL designation is preferred

Viva’s Vivid Culture: 

The culture at Viva Naturals is the “secret ingredient” in our formula for success. We’re an employer of choice, and have won numerous awards for our culture, our growth, and our management. Here’s what it’s like working with us: 

• Growing. We’re a growing, thriving, and purposeful organization on a mission to change the world.


• Driven. We’re driven by a set of core values that power our people and define everything we do.


• Diverse. Our team is made up of diverse and talented professionals who truly love what they do, and why they do it.


• Dedicated. We work really hard to grow the Viva Naturals brand and make it accessible to people all around the world. 


• Collaborative. Shared values and common goals help us form great partnerships and a fun, collaborative environment.


• Impactful. As a small, agile team, we offer impactful roles where contributions are integral to the business, and evident to everyone.


• Exciting. We work hard, we move fast, and we have a lot of fun bringing our brand of health and wellness to the world. 


• Ambitious. We want to do big things. That means even bigger opportunities for career– and growth-minded people. 

Where You’ll Find Us:

We work in a beautiful office customized just for us, complete with a brand-new gym and yoga studio! The office is conveniently located at Yonge & Sheppard in Toronto, steps from the Sheppard subway station.

If this sounds like the perfect role and organization for you, do not hesitate to apply, we are excited to speak with you! 

You're in good company. 

Viva Naturals is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from qualified individuals. If chosen to participate in the selection process, accommodations are available upon request. We will consult with the applicant to provide or arrange suitable accommodation in a manner that takes into account the applicant’s accessibility needs.