A Talent Sourcer is a specialized professional responsible for identifying, attracting, and engaging top-tier candidates for open positions, and they play a critical role in building a strong talent pipeline that drives organizational growth and success.
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What is a Talent Sourcer?
A Talent Sourcer is a strategic recruitment specialist focused on the initial stages of the hiring process, primarily dedicated to sourcing and engaging passive and active candidates through various channels such as social media, professional networks, and databases. They act as a key partner to recruiters and hiring managers, leveraging market insights and innovative techniques to build a diverse and qualified talent pool, ensuring that the organization has access to the best candidates efficiently and effectively.
What does a Talent Sourcer do?
A Talent Sourcer proactively searches for potential candidates using tools like LinkedIn Recruiter, Boolean search, and talent databases, while also crafting personalized outreach messages to generate interest and initiate conversations. They qualify candidates based on role requirements, maintain accurate records in applicant tracking systems, and collaborate closely with recruiters to streamline the hiring workflow, ultimately reducing time-to-fill and improving the quality of hires.
Job Overview
We are seeking a proactive and results-driven Talent Sourcer to identify and engage top-tier talent for our organization. The ideal candidate will specialize in building robust talent pipelines through innovative sourcing strategies, leveraging multiple channels to attract passive and active candidates. This role requires exceptional research skills, market intelligence gathering, and the ability to develop strong relationships with potential candidates to support our company's growth objectives.
Talent Sourcer responsibilities include:
1. Develop and execute comprehensive sourcing strategies using Boolean searches, LinkedIn Recruiter, and alternative sourcing techniques
2. Build and maintain talent pipelines for current and future hiring needs across various departments
3. Conduct market research and competitive intelligence to identify talent trends and sourcing opportunities
4. Engage and nurture passive candidates through personalized outreach and relationship building
5. Track and analyze sourcing metrics to measure pipeline effectiveness and conversion rates
6. Collaborate with recruiters and hiring managers to understand role requirements and team dynamics
7. Maintain accurate candidate data in our Applicant Tracking System (ATS)
8. Attend industry events and networking opportunities to expand talent networks
1. 2+ years of experience in talent sourcing or recruitment support role
2. Proven expertise in Boolean search techniques and LinkedIn Recruiter
3. Experience with ATS systems (Greenhouse, Lever, or similar)
4. Demonstrated ability to build and maintain talent pipelines
5. Strong research and candidate engagement skills
6. Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
7. Understanding of US employment laws and recruiting compliance standards
Preferred Qualifications
1. Experience sourcing for tech roles (software engineers, product managers, etc.)
2. Background in high-volume recruiting environments
3. Certification in AIRS, LinkedIn Recruiter, or other sourcing methodologies
4. Experience with diversity sourcing strategies and platforms
5. Knowledge of alternative sourcing tools (SeekOut, Hiretual, or similar)
6. Previous experience in agency recruiting or RPO environment
Bonus Skills
1. Experience with recruitment marketing and employer branding initiatives
2. Proficiency in data analysis and sourcing metrics reporting
3. Multilingual capabilities (Spanish, Mandarin, or other languages)
4. Experience building sourcing playbooks and training materials
5. Strong network in specific industry verticals or geographic regions
6. Experience with candidate experience optimization and feedback collection
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