Junior Recruiter

Job Description

Position: Junior Recruiter

Location: Toronto or Mississauga, ON

Job Type: Full-Time, hybrid

Salary: $45,000 – 50,000

Note: Recruitment experience in a professional services environment is strongly preferred.

About Us

Bluestar Professional Services Inc. is an investment office operating across Canada and the United States. We acquire and operate small to medium-sized businesses with a long-term, value-driven approach focused on sustainable growth and meaningful outcomes for employees, clients, and investors.

Our businesses bring together legal, accounting, wealth management, and advisory expertise under one platform, creating a collaborative environment focused on simplifying complexity and delivering thoughtful, long-term solutions.

At Bluestar, we believe great businesses are built by great people. We foster a culture of collaboration, growth, excellence, and continuous learning, where individuals are supported, empowered to take initiative, and given opportunities to make a meaningful impact.

About the Role

The Junior Recruiter will work directly under the guidance of the Talent Acquisition Lead, supporting recruitment initiatives and contributing to sourcing strategies, candidate experience, and continuous improvement of the talent acquisition function. This role offers an opportunity to develop recruitment expertise in a dynamic, fast-paced environment while providing essential support throughout the recruitment process.

This is an ideal opportunity for someone early in their recruiting career who is highly organized, proactive, people-oriented, and eager to grow within talent acquisition and HR.

Key Responsibilities

1. Recruitment & Sourcing

• Conduct full-cycle recruitment for a variety of roles across legal, accounting, and financial services teams
• Source candidates through job boards, LinkedIn, referrals, and other creative channels
• Screen resumes and conduct initial phone/video interviews
• Use Boolean search techniques to identify and source the most suitable candidates
• Maintain a strong pipeline of qualified candidates for active and future roles
• Implement strategies to improve recruitment processes and attract talent
• Participate in job fairs and other recruitment events as required to source and engage potential candidates.

2. Interview Coordination

• Schedule and coordinate interviews between candidates
• Prepare candidates for interviews by providing clear expectations and timelines
• Ensure a smooth and professional experience for all candidates
• Conduct reference checks

3. Candidate Experience

• Represent the company professionally and positively when engaging with candidates and external stakeholders
• Act as a primary point of contact for candidates throughout the hiring process
• Provide timely updates and feedback to candidates
• Maintain a high standard of professionalism and employer brand representation

4. Collaboration with the Talent Acquisition Lead

• Work closely with the Talent Acquisition Lead to execute recruitment strategies and support hiring priorities across business units.
• Provide regular updates on candidate pipelines, recruitment progress, and outstanding hiring needs.
• Seek guidance on candidate assessments, sourcing strategies, and recruitment challenges as needed.
• Support the implementation of standardized recruitment processes and best practices across the organization.
• Assist with additional talent acquisition initiatives and projects as required.

5. Recruitment Operations & Reporting

• Maintain accurate records in the Applicant Tracking System (ATS)
• Track key recruitment metrics (time-to-fill, pipeline activity, interview ratios)
• Support reporting on hiring progress across departments

6. Employer Branding & Process Improvement

• Contribute to job postings, recruitment marketing, and employer branding initiatives
• Identify opportunities to improve recruitment processes and efficiency
• Support onboarding coordination as needed

Qualifications & Skills

• 1–2 years of experience in recruitment (professional services experience is strongly preferred)
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to communicate clearly, professionally, and confidently
• Strong organizational and time management skills with attention to detail
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to manage multiple roles and priorities simultaneously
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, multi-entity environment
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and familiarity with ATS platforms (or willingness to learn)

Key Competencies

• Communication: Clear, professional, and responsive with candidates and internal teams
• Attention to Detail: Ensures accuracy and consistency in candidate information, job postings, and recruitment documentation
• Organization: Able to manage multiple job postings and interview schedules
• Initiative: Proactive in sourcing and improving processes
• Confidentiality: Handles sensitive candidate and company information appropriately
• Adaptability: Comfortable supporting different business units with varying needs

Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Bluestar Professional Services Inc is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply.

Bluestar Professional Services Inc adopts an inclusive and accessible environment, and we are committed to providing support to applicants and firm members with disabilities. If you require accommodation at any time during the recruitment, selection, and assessment process, please let us know.