Lisa Bashford
Toronto,Canada
Summary
Talent Acquisition professional with a deep understanding of recruitment strategies, employee engagement, and workforce planning. Known for strong focus on team collaboration and delivering results. Adept at identifying top talent, managing full-cycle recruitment, and adapting to changing needs. Valued for communication skills, problem-solving abilities, and strategic thinking.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Talent Acquisition Manager
Holt Renfrew
07.2021 - 10.2023
- Led strategic sourcing methods and supported hiring managers with their recruitment needs for all corporate roles and senior level retail positions across Canada
- Partnered with senior leaders to identify internal top talent and support succession planning
- Managed a high-performing talent acquisition team, setting performance goals and providing continuous support for success.
- Partnered closely with Learning&Development and HRBP’s to create new interview guides and deliver interview training to hiring managers
- Successfully supported each testing phase of the integration of the new ATS - Taleo to Workday transition
- Coordinated job fairs and campus recruiting events to attract top talent from diverse backgrounds.
Lead Talent Acquisition Specialist
Minto
10.2019 - 05.2021
- Lead advisor to hiring managers and main point of contact for all hiring needs across Canada, all roles include: IT, Marketing, Sales, Construction, Finance, Operations and HR
- Led succession planning meetings with senior management to identify internal top talent and at risk performers
- Successfully led the sourcing project for the Minto Board of Directors, Audit Committee
- Appointed the SME for the new ATS implementation project, transitioning from Success Factors to Oracle Cloud Recruiting
- Mentored 2 HR Coordinators focusing on development into a talent acquisition specialist positions
Talent Acquisition Manager
Roots Canada
07.2018 - 08.2019
- Managed the complete recruitment cycle for all corporate roles
- Led a team through specialized retail recruitment needs and new store opens across Canada and the US.
- Coordinated job fairs and campus recruiting events to attract top talent from diverse backgrounds.
Regional Talent Specialist
Shoppers Drug Mart
04.2017 - 04.2018
- Recruitment support for retail manager, pharmacy and associate owner positions for the Ontario Southwestern region consisting of over 150 stores
- Led strategic initiatives supporting talent development
- Developed and presented training seminars on talent and recruiting for managers and franchise owners.
Recruiter – Retail
Starbucks Coffee Company
01.2014 - 01.2017
- Full-cycle recruitment for all retail manager roles, assistant store manager level up to regional director level specific to the GTA – district manager hiring across Canada and the US
- Developed strong understanding of industries served, allowing for targeted recruiting efforts for specialized positions by attending in quarterly district meetings
- Team lead on various projects: Employee Referral Program, Interview Guides, District Manager Hiring
- Committee lead representative with Dress for Success and proud member of the Women’s Development Network.
District Human Resources Manager
Bed Bath & Beyond
01.2012 - 01.2014
- Full-cycle recruitment for all store level manager roles and district level roles in Eastern Canada
- Organized and led all hiring for new store opens in eastern Canada
- Developed comprehensive performance management systems, resulting in clearer expectations and improved productivity
- Completed HR audits, managed all employee relations issues and supported the process for employees needing WSIB, LTD or STD
- Managed employee relations issues effectively, resolving disputes promptly while maintaining confidentiality and professionalism.
- Improved onboarding experience for new hires by revamping training materials and orientation procedures.
- Partnered with district leaders to align HR initiatives with organizational goals, ensuring a unified approach to workforce development.
Education
Skills
- Applicant Tracking Systems
- Human Resource Information System HRIS
- Succession Planning
- Onboarding, Training, and Development
- Salary Negotiations
- Job Posting Optimization
- Employer Branding
- Employee Referral Programs
References
Available upon request
Timeline
Talent Acquisition Manager
Holt Renfrew
07.2021 - 10.2023
Lead Talent Acquisition Specialist
Minto
10.2019 - 05.2021
Talent Acquisition Manager
Roots Canada
07.2018 - 08.2019
Regional Talent Specialist
Shoppers Drug Mart
04.2017 - 04.2018
Recruiter – Retail
Starbucks Coffee Company
01.2014 - 01.2017
District Human Resources Manager
Bed Bath & Beyond
01.2012 - 01.2014
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