Definity is the parent company to some of Canada’s most long-standing and innovative insurance brands, including Economical Insurance, Sonnet Insurance, Family Insurance Solutions, and Petline Insurance. Our ambition is to be one of Canada’s leading and most innovative property and casualty insurers. We can’t do that without our people, so we embrace and encourage a culture that’s collaborative, ambitious, rewarding, and empowering.
We offer a flexible, hybrid work experience where employees work from the office and virtually depending on the type of work they are doing and who they are working with. Bring your true self and be a part of our journey. It’s better here.
About the Role
Join Definity's Talent Acquisition team as a Talent Acquisition Specialist, Campus Recruitment (12-Month Contract) and play a key role in attracting, hiring, and developing top emerging talent.
In this role, you will lead full-cycle campus recruitment while managing key early talent programs, stakeholder relationships, and recruitment initiatives. You will partner closely with business leaders, academic institutions, and internal teams to deliver an exceptional student experience and drive continuous improvement across our campus recruitment strategy.
What You'll Be Doing
Campus Recruitment
- Lead full-cycle recruitment for co-op, internship, and entry-level opportunities across the organization
- Partner with hiring leaders to understand workforce needs and develop recruitment strategies
- Source, screen, interview, and manage candidates through the recruitment process
- Facilitate interviews, extend offers, and ensure an exceptional candidate experience
Manage recruitment activity and provide regular updates to stakeholders
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Program Management & Stakeholder Partnerships
- Lead the planning and execution of campus recruitment programs and annual hiring cycles
- Build strong relationships with business leaders, academic partners, and student groups
- Facilitate monthly co-op huddles and engagement sessions to foster connection, development, and knowledge sharing across the student community
- Coordinate student engagement initiatives, including volunteer opportunities, networking events, and social activities
- Support co-op onboarding, performance management, and student development programs
- Facilitate stakeholder meetings and provide guidance on campus hiring best practices
Act as a trusted advisor to hiring leaders and internal partners
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Projects & Continuous Improvement
- Lead and support projects that enhance campus recruitment programs and processes
- Identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency, stakeholder experience, and candidate outcomes
- Track recruitment metrics and leverage data to inform decisions and program enhancements
Support employer branding initiatives, campus events, career fairs, and recruitment marketing activities
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What You Bring
- 3+ years of experience in Talent Acquisition, Campus Recruitment, Early Talent Programs, or Human Resources
- Experience managing full-cycle recruitment and partnering with business leaders
- Strong project management and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
- Demonstrated experience leading initiatives and driving process improvements
- Excellent stakeholder management, relationship-building, and communication skills
- Strong analytical skills and experience working with recruitment metrics and reporting
Postsecondary education in Human Resources, Business, Communications, or a related field
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Salary Range : $51,300 - $94,400
Actual salary for the role may vary depending on work location of the successful candidate and other factors including but not limited to, skills, education, experience, working conditions and the local labour market.
This position is being posted to fill an existing vacancy.
Interested in this role, but don’t meet every requirement? We encourage you to apply! We know from experience that a candidate doesn’t need 100% of the qualifications listed to bring incredible value to our team. We’re actively seeking diverse backgrounds and perspectives to help us make insurance better. At Definity, inclusion, diversity, and equity aren’t just “nice to have” — they’re essential to our success.
Go ahead and expect a lot — you deserve it.
It’s better here — but don’t take our word for it. Definity was named by Great Place to Work® as one of the Best Workplaces™ in Canada for women, for youth, and for inclusion.
Our inclusive work environment welcomes diversity and supports accessibility. If you require accommodation at any time during the recruitment process, please let us know by contacting [email protected].
As part of Definity’s commitment to reconciliation, we acknowledge that our work, meetings, and travel take place on the lands now known as Canada, and recognize the enduring presence, wisdom, and stewardship of the First Nations, Métis, and Inuit peoples who have long cared for these lands.
Background checks
This role requires successful clearance of background checks (including criminal checks and leadership references).
Actual salary for the role may vary depending on work location of the successful candidate and other factors including but not limited to, skills, education, experience, working conditions and the local labour market.
This position is being posted to fill an existing vacancy.
Interested in this role, but don’t meet every requirement? We encourage you to apply! We know from experience that a candidate doesn’t need 100% of the qualifications listed to bring incredible value to our team. We’re actively seeking diverse backgrounds and perspectives to help us make insurance better. At Definity, inclusion, diversity, and equity aren’t just “nice to have” — they’re essential to our success.
What’s in it for you?
- Hybrid work schedule for most roles
- Company share ownership program
- Incentive Program - Eligible employees may participate in various incentive plans which are paid out at the discretion of the company and subject to individual and company performance.
- Pension and savings programs, with company-matched RRSP contributions
- Paid volunteer days and company matching on charitable donations
- Educational resources, tuition assistance, and paid time off to study for exams
- Focus on inclusion with employee groups, support for gender affirmation surgery, access to BIPOC counsellors, access to programs for working parents
- Wellness and recognition programs
- Discounts on products and services
Go ahead and expect a lot — you deserve it.
It’s better here — but don’t take our word for it. Definity was named by Great Place to Work ® as one of the Best Workplaces™ in Canada for women, for youth, and for inclusion.
Our inclusive work environment welcomes diversity and supports accessibility. If you require accommodation at any time during the recruitment process, please let us know by contacting [email protected].
As part of Definity’s commitment to reconciliation, we acknowledge that our work, meetings, and travel take place on the lands now known as Canada, and recognize the enduring presence, wisdom, and stewardship of the First Nations, Métis, and Inuit peoples who have long cared for these lands.
Background checks
This role requires successful clearance of background checks (including criminal checks and leadership references).
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