Jonathan Lau
About Jonathan Lau
Jonathan Lau is the Manager of Talent Acquisition at Wealthsimple, with a diverse background in talent acquisition, client services, and retail management.
Current Role at Wealthsimple
Jonathan Lau currently works at Wealthsimple as the Manager of Talent Acquisition. Since June 2021, he has been operating remotely in this role, overseeing the company's talent acquisition strategies and processes. Prior to becoming a manager, he served as the Lead Recruiter for G&A at Wealthsimple for six months, laying the groundwork for his promotion within the company.
Previous Experience at Benevity
Jonathan Lau has extensive experience from his tenure at Benevity, where he worked in various capacities from 2016 to 2020. Starting as a Client Services Coordinator, he quickly moved up to become the Client Services Team Lead, managing a team and working in client-facing roles. Later, he transitioned to the role of Talent Acquisition Advisor, where he gained substantial experience in recruitment and talent management.
Role at Bow Valley College
Jonathan Lau also worked as a Career Coach at Bow Valley College from 2019 to 2020. In this role, he was responsible for guiding students and job seekers in their career paths, offering advice and support tailored to their individual needs and goals.
Experience in the Retail Industry
Before his roles in talent acquisition and client services, Jonathan Lau worked as an Assistant Manager at lululemon from 2014 to 2016. This position in the retail sector involved overseeing store operations, managing staff, and ensuring customer satisfaction.
Education at University of Calgary
Jonathan Lau holds two Bachelor of Arts degrees from the University of Calgary. He studied Economics and French Language and Literature, completing his education with these dual focuses, equipping him with a versatile skill set applicable to multiple professional fields.