Tricia Willis

Recruitment Partner | Connecting Top Talent with Global Organizations Across Canada

Calgary, Alberta, Canada

About

An accomplished, results orientated Talent Acquisition professional with 10+ years of progressive recruitment experience in both an agency and corporate setting. There is nothing I find more rewarding than bringing organizations and individuals together; and believe my enthusiasm for recruitment shows in the authenticity I bring to each interaction. My specialty involves placing mid-level, senior and hard to fill positions throughout Canada and into the US. Industries include, but are not limited to Oil and Gas, Agribusiness, Utilities, Human Resources, Consumer Goods, Retail, Tech and Manufacturing.

Experience

  • Corporate Recruiter at PEO Canada
    Mar 2022 - Present · 4 yrs 4 mos

    PEO Canada provides integrated, outsourced human resource services that help reduce employer risks by ensuring compliance. Since its inception in 1997, PEO Canada has been offering integrated employee management services to small and medium businesses across Canada. - Oversee talent acquisition Canada wide for both PEO clients and internally. Skilled at the placement of any role; however my specialization is with hard-to-fill, mid-level and senior positions.

  • Diversified Staffing Services Ltd (3 yrs 8 mos)
    • Corporate Recruiter
      Sep 2020 - Mar 2022 · 1 yr 7 mos

      Lead, facilitate and complete all internal recruitment activities for Diversified Staffing and sister company PEO Canada. Positions ranged from entry level through management roles.

    • Recruitment Team Lead, Office Division
      Feb 2019 - Sep 2020 · 1 yr 8 mos

      Management of the office service team by providing guidance and coaching through both successes and challenges. Managed full-cycle, high volume recruitment; providing a result orientated leadership style. Provided reporting and feedback to members of Sr. Management as required.

    • Recruitment Specialist, Office Division
      Aug 2018 - Feb 2019 · 7 mos

      Sourced talent for contingent positions by building networks, using talent pools, advertising, referrals and through innovative channels. Leveraged the applicant tracking system to maintain recruitment information and maintain pipeline of qualified candidates for future consideration.

  • Recruitment Coordinator at Tutor Doctor - Calgary
    Dec 2014 - Jul 2018 · 3 yrs 8 mos

    Created and executed strategies to recruit, train, motivate, retain and recognize tutors. Responsible for forecasting demands, handling job postings, candidate screening and interviews. Handled offer negotiations. Provided onboarding and conducted orientations outlining all policies and procedures.

  • Design Consultant at Bracko Home Furniture & Mattresses
    Jan 2011 - Dec 2014 · 4 yrs

    Worked with a range of clients in choosing appropriate furniture pieces to fit their spaces. Assisted in selecting finishes, space planning and designing their rooms. Developed rapport, maintained strong working relationships and provided excellent customer service. Utilized strong communication, organizational and problem solving skills in this fast-paced environment.