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Who We Are At KEV, we help school districts eliminate the school finance blind spot. Our platform gives district finance teams real-time visibility and traceability into every dollar collected at the school level; whether it''s cash, check, or digital. From field trips to fundraisers, we help them manage every dollar with confidence. More than 27,000 schools across North America trust KEV to manage over $8 billion annually. By unifying payments, accounting, and reporting, KEV simplifies life for bookkeepers, builds trust with parents, and gives finance leaders the oversight their current systems cannot. It''s how we help schools stay compliant, reduce risk, and focus on what matters most, student success. Backed by Five Arrows, the PE arm of Rothschild & Co., KEV is investing more than ever to support K12 in a world of tighter budgets, rising scrutiny, and fast-changing tech. We''re headquartered in Toronto, with offices across North America. If you''re excited by the idea of building tech that protects schools, empowers finance teams, and improves education through better systems, KEV is the place for you. About The Role The Director, Talent Acquisition leads the strategy, infrastructure, and execution of KEV''s hiring engine across North America. This role is accountable for building a scalable, data-driven recruitment function that attracts top talent, strengthens KEV''s employer brand, and ensures an exceptional candidate and hiringmanager experience. This leader oversees all fullcycle recruiting activities while designing longterm talent strategies. The Director manages and develops a team of Talent Acquisition Specialists and spearheads talent acquisition initiatives. This role plays a critical part in helping KEV scale by operationalizing bestinclass hiring practices, optimizing our recruitment technology stack, and partnering closely with executives and leaders to forecast talent needs and deliver highquality hires that align with our culture and business goals. How You''ll Contribute Talent Acquisition Strategy & Leadership Build and execute KEV''s enterprisewide talent acquisition strategy aligned to business goals and growth plans Lead, coach, and develop a team of TA Specialists to ensure consistent, highquality hiring delivery Establish recruiting operational standards, managing hiringmanager expectations, and organizational hiring principles FullCycle Recruiting Excellence Implement consistent interviewing frameworks, structured assessments, and competencybased evaluation processes Drive improvements in timetohire, offer acceptance and efficacy of referral programs Directly lead recruitment cycle for executive and key senior-level roles Workforce Planning & Talent Forecasting Partner with Finance, ELT and functional leaders to anticipate talent needs based on organizational growth and workforce planning Build scalable pipelines for highpriority roles, successioncritical roles, and hardtofill positions Employer Brand & Candidate Experience Elevate KEV''s employer brand through digital presence, storytelling, recruitment marketing, and employee advocacy Ensure a worldclass, valuesaligned candidate journey from application through offer acceptance Recruiting Operations & Technology Optimize tools and workflows within KEV''s HR technology ecosystem Leverage recruiting analytics to inform business decisions, measure funnel effectiveness, and guide continuous improvement Who You Are 8+ years of progressive Talent Acquisition experience, including 3+ years leading a recruiting team Proven success building or scaling a TA function within a highgrowth technology organization Deep knowledge of fullcycle recruitment, including technical hiring, leadership recruiting, and competencybased interviewing Strong ability to partner with executive leaders, influence decisionmaking, and drive alignment across functions Experience building employer brand initiatives and implementing datadriven talent acquisition strategies Skilled in optimizing recruiting systems, leveraging analytics, and improving operational rigor Highly organized, executionfocused, and comfortable balancing strategic leadership with handson recruiting when needed What We Offer Competitive compensation We believe in rewarding great work with fair, competitive pay. Meaningful benefits Because your well-being matters; both at work and at home. Retirement Savings Support We help you plan for your future with company-matched programs, including RRSP matching in Canada and 401(k) contributions in the U.S. Professional development We invest in your growth with ongoing learning, stretch opportunities, and continuing education, including KEV Academy for onboarding and skill-building, plus KEV University, our online platform offering a wide range of courses. Hybrid model 3 days in the office to collaborate and connect, with flexibility the rest of the week. Flexible PTO Take the time you need to recharge with close to 4 weeks of vacation and a company-wide holiday closure. Office perks Enjoy a fully stocked snack bar and occasional catered lunchesbecause we know that great conversations (and ideas) often start around good food. Salary Range - $150,000-175,000 In addition, this role is eligible for variable pay that is based on company and individual performance, with actual payout amounts calculated and paid on an annual basis. Note: We set standard base pay ranges for all roles based on function, level, and country location, benchmarked against similar stage growth companies. Final offer amounts are determined by multiple factors including, skills, depth of work experience and relevant licenses/credentials, and may vary from the amounts listed above. Why You''ll Love Working at KEV Make a real difference every day At KEV, your work supports children, parents, and schools across North America. We don''t just build software, we create solutions that simplify lives and strengthen communities. Our mission is rooted in impact, and every team member plays a vital role in shaping the future of K-12 education. The KEV Way At KEV, you''ll never feel stuck in the status quo. You''ll be part of a team that''s constantly questioning, improving, and innovatingalways with one guiding focus: How does this help our schools and the students they serve? It''s a culture that challenges you to do your best work while reminding you why it matters. Grow with us We''re scaling fast, and so are our people. At KEV, you''ll have real opportunities to learn, develop, and shape your career. Whether advancing in your role or exploring a new path, you''ll be supported every step of the way. Work alongside excellence You''ll be part of a team with integrity who treat their colleagues with respect. who are accomplished but humble, collaborative but accountable. It''s a place where you can do your best work while feeling supported and inspired by the people around you. Celebrate Community and Culture At KEV, we connect, recognize, and celebrate our people. Join Club KEV for team-building fun, hear directly from customers in our Voice of Customer Series, stay aligned with Monthly Townhalls, and be inspired by the KEVite Awards, where top contributors are recognized by their peers. This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required by an individual joining the KEV team in this or any other capacity. KEV Group is pleased to accommodate individual needs in accordance with the Accessibility of Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 (AODA), within our recruitment process. If you require accommodation at any time throughout the recruitment process, please speak with Human Resources or the hiring manager. KEV Group is an equal opportunity employer who agrees not to discriminate against any employee or job applicant because of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, physical or mental disability, or age. Visit our website for more information and details about working at KEV.