Friday, 21 March 2025

APPLY NOW: Talent Acquisition Specialist

By Olamide Adedara on March 21, 2025

About SmartSimple & Foundant

At SmartSimple and Foundant Technologies, we empower mission-driven organizations to manage their data, workflows, and impact with our comprehensive software solutions. From grant management and community foundations to process automation and data collaboration, our combined expertise supports a diverse range of organizations - from nonprofits and charitable entities to corporations and governments.

With the recent merger of SmartSimple and Foundant Technologies, we've created a powerhouse of solutions designed to meet the unique needs of organizations striving to make a difference. Together, we're setting new standards in innovation, flexibility, and impact management by helping organizations achieve their missions more efficiently and effectively.

Where You'll Work

As a remote-first workplace, we believe in offering flexibility and the freedom to work where it suits you best, while staying connected through technology. Our global network of talent is supported by physical office hubs and virtual collaboration, fostering a dynamic environment where innovation and growth thrive.
With headquarters in Bozeman, Montana (Foundant), Toronto, Canada (SmartSimple), and our EMEA office in Dublin, Ireland, you'll be part of a globally connected team. Whether you're working remotely or from one of our office locations, you'll be contributing to a vibrant, collaborative culture focused on driving meaningful impact across the world.

What You'll Do

Strategically manage the full-cycle recruitment process – from role scoping, sourcing, and screening to interview coordination, offer negotiation, and onboarding. 
Partner with hiring managers to understand business needs, workforce planning, and position requirements, ensuring alignment between talent strategies and business objectives. 
Own and optimize the hiring budget – track recruitment costs, maintain hiring forecasts, and ensure cost-effective sourcing strategies while maintaining high-quality hiring outcomes. 
Manage variable compensation structures – collaborate with HR and Finance to ensure salary offers, incentive programs, and equity/bonus structures align with internal compensation frameworks and market benchmarks. 
Leverage data to drive hiring decisions – track and analyze recruitment KPIs (e.g., time-to-fill, cost-per-hire, and candidate pipeline diversity) to improve hiring efficiency. 
Enhance employer branding initiatives by ensuring compelling candidate experience and engaging talent communities through strategic outreach. 
Implement and improve recruitment technology – optimize our ATS usage, explore AI-driven sourcing tools, and streamline processes for scalability. 
Source passive talent through creative and strategic outreach – leveraging LinkedIn Recruiter, talent databases, and industry networks. 
Ensure compliance with global hiring regulations and internal policies, adapting hiring strategies to different markets and regions. 
Contribute to global hiring efforts – supporting recruitment across North America and collaborating on hiring needs in EMEA. 
Other duties as assigned.

What You'll Need

3+ years of full-cycle talent acquisition experience, preferably in a SaaS or technology environment. 
Experience managing hiring budgets and variable compensation programs. 
Strong knowledge of salary benchmarking, total rewards, and compensation trends in tech/SaaS hiring. 
Familiarity with applicant tracking systems (Rippling), sourcing techniques, and recruitment marketing tools. 
Proven experience with global hiring strategies is a plus. 
Must be legally eligible to work in the US or Canada.

Why You'll Love Working at SmartSimple + Foundant:

At the heart of everything we do is a commitment to innovation and making a positive impact. Whether you're working on projects that empower not-for-profits, community foundations, or corporations, your contributions will help drive real-world change.
We offer competitive salary and benefits, including tuition, and lifestyle reimbursements, and bespoke mindfulness and fitness initiatives.
With our Flexible PTO policy, you'll have the freedom to manage your time in a way that supports your personal well-being and professional success.
We're committed to your professional and personal development. With our merger, you'll have the chance to collaborate across teams at both SmartSimple and Foundant, giving you exposure to diverse ideas, expertise, and projects that span multiple industries.
As part of a larger organization, you'll have even more opportunities to grow your career. Whether it's exploring new roles, leadership opportunities, or shifting to a different department, we support internal mobility to help you achieve your career goals
You'll enjoy autonomy and responsibility, empowering you to approach your work creatively and independently, fostering innovation and independent thought.
Employee recognition is a core part of our culture. When you do a great job, we make sure everyone knows about it!

SmartSimple and Foundant are equal opportunity employers, committed to building a diverse workforce that represents the communities we serve. We welcome and encourage applications from all qualified candidates, and will consider all applicants without regard to race, color, citizenship, religion, sex, marital/family status, sexual orientation, gender identity, Indigenous status, age, disability, or individuals who may require accommodation.

In accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code, the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), and other applicable legislation, SmartSimple and Foundant are also committed to providing accommodations throughout the interview and employment process. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates participating in all aspects of the selection process. If you have accessibility requirements during the recruitment process and require accommodation, please contact hr@smartsimple.com.