Shanze Bukhtawer

Talent Acquisition @ Wealthsimple

Canada

About

I thrive on connecting emerging talent with opportunities that inspire growth and innovation. With a strong focus on building diverse talent pipelines, I aim to enhance the candidate experience and support organizational goals.

Experience

  • Program & Recruitment Lead, Campus & Early Career at Wealthsimple
    Sep 2024 - Present · 1 yr 10 mos

    In this role I partner with teams to align recruitment strategies for early talent and intermediate software development and data science roles. Working with senior leadership on building on our early talent strategy to create a long-term, strategic junior talent pipeline. I also manage program budget, ensuring resources are effectively allocated to recruitment efforts, branded campus events, and professional development initiatives for early talent.

  • Recruiter, Campus & Early Career at EY
    Oct 2022 - Sep 2024 · 2 yrs

    During my time at EY, I managed the Business Consulting portfolio at a National level, collaborating with senior stakeholders to align recruitment strategies with the firm's long-term hiring goals. I managed the full recruitment lifecycle, ensuring a seamless process from sourcing to onboarding. I led diversity initiatives like Women+ in Technology and the LEAD Conference, fostering inclusive talent pipelines. I hosted events, presented to student groups, and executed on branding opportunities.

  • Universal Banker at Scotiabank
    Feb 2022 - Oct 2022 · 9 mos

  • Recruiter, Campus & Early Career at Ubisoft Toronto
    Jan 2021 - Feb 2022 · 1 yr 2 mos

    As a member of the campus recruitment team at Ubisoft Toronto, I coordinated external facing events and programs, such as our studio led 'NEXT Showcase'. I oversaw several projects including our participation in hackathons, school presentations, and year-round intern hiring. Experienced in sourcing and screening early career/junior talent. Managed varying schedules for our active talent in the pipeline, while always providing an excellent candidate experience. Focused on goal to attract junior talent to career opportunities within the AAA games industry.