Samuel Chouinard

Specialist, Talent Acquisition at BGO | Talent Strategy | Recruitment | Relationship Management | Bilingual (FR/EN)

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

About

With experience in both recruiting and customer service, I bring a unique mix of skills that help drive success in various settings. I focus on identifying top talent and matching them with great opportunities, thanks to my solid foundation in recruitment strategies. My background in customer service helps me understand and exceed client expectations, ensuring satisfaction and building lasting relationships. I believe in effective communication, empathy, and a commitment to excellence, which allows me to create outstanding experiences for both clients and candidates in French and English. Let's connect to explore how I can contribute to your growth and success! ______________________________________________________________________________________________ Avec une expérience en recrutement et en service client, je combine des compétences qui favorisent le succès dans divers contextes. Je me concentre sur l'identification des meilleurs talents et leur mise en relation avec des opportunités intéressantes, grâce à ma solide formation en stratégies de recrutement. Mon expérience en service client me permet de comprendre et de dépasser les attentes des clients, garantissant leur satisfaction et établissant des relations durables. Je crois en une communication efficace, en l'empathie et en un engagement envers l'excellence, ce qui me permet d’offrir des expériences exceptionnelles aux clients et aux candidats, en français et en anglais. Connectons pour découvrir comment je peux contribuer à votre croissance et à votre réussite !

Experience

  • Talent Acquisition Specialist at BGO
    May 2026 - Present · 3 mos

  • Altis Recruitment (10 mos)
    • Recruitment Partner - Federal IT
      Jan 2026 - May 2026 · 5 mos

      I transitioned to the IT Federal Government Recruitment Team, where I managed full-cycle recruitment for federal government roles. I sourced, screened, and presented qualified candidates, conducted high-volume phone and video interviews, and provided consultative guidance on hiring processes and compensation. I ensured strict adherence to federal compliance requirements, including documentation standards, security clearances, and credential verification, while building strong talent pipelines in a fast-paced, KPI-driven environment.

    • Recruitment Partner - Finance & Accounting
      Aug 2025 - Jan 2026 · 6 mos

      I managed full-cycle recruitment for Finance & Accounting roles, partnering closely with clients to understand their hiring needs and deliver qualified talent. I sourced, screened, and interviewed candidates, conducted reference checks, and negotiated offers while ensuring a smooth end-to-end recruitment process. I built strong talent pipelines through proactive outreach, networking, and database searches, while maintaining accurate documentation and compliance with internal policies and client requirements.

  • Addmore Group (1 yr 5 mos)
    • Bilingual SAP Recruiter
      Apr 2024 - Aug 2025 · 1 yr 5 mos

      I managed full-cycle recruitment, including sourcing, screening, interviewing, negotiating, and onboarding SAP professionals using ATS, LinkedIn Recruiter, networking, and referrals. I conducted thorough assessments of both technical and soft skills to ensure strong alignment with client needs, proactively built and maintained talent pipelines, and collaborated closely with leadership to support client objectives while keeping accurate records to ensure an efficient hiring process. Worked for both private and public sector clients and ensuring compliance.

    • SAP Recruiter
      Apr 2024 - Aug 2025 · 1 yr 5 mos

  • Personal goal pursuit at Career Break
    Jun 2023 - Apr 2024 · 11 mos

    I followed my passion for travel by working as a flight attendant with Air Canada Rouge, which gave me the chance to explore new cultures and see the world while doing something I truly enjoyed.

  • Bilingual Recruiter at IKEA
    Apr 2022 - Jun 2023 · 1 yr 3 mos

    I managed full-cycle recruitment for retail roles across IKEA’s business units and distribution centers in Canada, including sourcing, screening, shortlisting, coordinating interviews, negotiating offers, and ensuring a smooth end-to-end hiring process. I also supported recruitment initiatives and adapted quickly in a fast-paced, evolving environment.