People and Talent Specialist

People & Talent Specialist

EXKA | Full-time | Mirabel, Quebec

About EXKA

EXKA is a Quebec-based company dedicated to advancing science and innovation in the cannabis industry. Since cannabis legalization in Canada, EXKA has established itself as a centre of excellence specializing in genetics, extraction, and the formulation of cannabis extracts that meet pharmaceutical-grade standards.

We conduct research, innovation, and therapeutic cannabis product development activities in collaboration with multidisciplinary partners.

Your Role and Mission

As our People & Talent Specialist, you will be a key driver of our people strategy: attracting, retaining, and developing top talent while strengthening a high-performance, supportive, and results-oriented culture.

You will build scalable HR processes, create meaningful employee experiences, and help foster an environment where people can perform at their best and grow with the organization.

Key ResponsibilitiesTalent Acquisition & Employer Brand

• Lead end-to-end recruitment for technical and operational roles, including sourcing, screening, interviewing, and offer management.
• Strengthen EXKA’s employer brand through social media, academic partnerships, and community relationships.
• Implement a structured and predictive interview process supported by evaluation frameworks and clear cultural and competency-based criteria.

Onboarding & Employee Experience

• Design a memorable and effective onboarding experience that accelerates employee development and cultural integration.
• Measure and continuously improve the employee experience through feedback mechanisms and career development pathways.

Learning, Development & Performance

• Implement employee development programs, including performance reviews, training plans, and mentoring.
• Structure individual and team objectives using OKR and SMART methodologies and facilitate continuous feedback cycles.

Retention & Culture

• Develop initiatives that strengthen employee engagement, including events, team rituals, and recognition programs.
• Help maintain a strong and inclusive culture focused on accountability, ownership, and autonomy.

HR Operations & Compliance

• Support workplace health and safety initiatives.
• Manage payroll, employment contracts, conflict resolution, and HR administrative matters in collaboration with the administrative leadership team.
• Ensure compliance with applicable legal requirements and HR best practices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or an equivalent field.
• Experience: 3+ years in Human Resources, Talent Acquisition, or People Operations, ideally in a startup or scale-up environment.
• Skills: Technical recruitment, employee development programs, and implementation of scalable HR processes.
• Professional strengths: Results-oriented, service-minded, clear communicator, analytical, and pragmatic.
• Values: Empathy, curiosity, autonomy, and a collaborative mindset.
• Languages: Fluent French; professional working proficiency in English is preferred.

What We Offer

• High-impact role: Significant autonomy, visibility, and hands-on responsibilities.
• Stimulating environment: A lean, collaborative team with fast decision-making and iteration cycles.
• Competitive compensation: Attractive salary plus performance-based participation or incentive opportunities.
• Benefits: Flexible remote work, continuous learning opportunities, and a dynamic, fast-growing environment focused on operational excellence.

How to Apply

Please send your resume and a short cover letter of no more than 300 words explaining why you would like to join EXKA and what you would bring to the role.

Email: rh@exka.com

Subject: People & Talent Specialist — EXKA