Nova Scotia · NOC 12101
Recruiter Jobs in Nova Scotia — 2026
No recruiter postings in Nova Scotia in the last four weeks. The salary benchmark, licensing notes and NOC code below still apply — and the other provinces are one click away.
- Jobs available
- 0
- Median salary
- $71,360
- NOC code
- 12101
About recruiter work in Nova Scotia
Salary range
Postings for human resources and recruitment officers in Nova Scotia run from about $61,230 at the 25th percentile to $78,082 at the 75th, with a median of $71,360 per year (2026-05, 4 postings).
NOC code
12101 — Human resources and recruitment officers. This is the code you enter for Express Entry, the Nova Scotia Nominee Program (NSNP), and Job Bank.
Licensing and qualifications
No licence is required. Agencies in some provinces must be licensed, but individual recruiters are not.
What employers ask for: A diploma or degree in HR or business, experience with an applicant tracking system, and a record of filling roles in the sector the employer hires for.
LMIA and immigration
None of the current recruiter postings in Nova Scotia are flagged LMIA-eligible. Newcomers can also look at the Nova Scotia Nominee Program (NSNP) and the LMIA employer list.
Live postings
Recruiter jobs in Nova Scotia
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Frequently asked questions
- What is the average salary for a recruiter in Nova Scotia?
- The median salary for human resources and recruitment officers in Nova Scotia is $71,360 per year, with most postings between $61,230 and $78,082 (2026-05).
- Do I need a Canadian licence to work as a recruiter in Nova Scotia?
- No. No licence is required. Agencies in some provinces must be licensed, but individual recruiters are not.
- What is the NOC code for recruiter?
- The NOC 2021 code for recruiter is 12101 (Human resources and recruitment officers). This is the code used for Express Entry, the Nova Scotia Nominee Program (NSNP), and Job Bank.