Partner with Executive Search leads to design search strategies, source passive candidates via LinkedIn, referrals and internet searches, build candidate pipelines, research sourcing tools, provide market/talent intelligence, and cultivate long-term candidate relationships.
Recruitment Sourcing Specialists demonstrate their knowledge of unique talent channels, organizations, and technology solutions like LinkedIn to identify the very best talent across multiple industries. You will collaborate with Executive Search Practice Leads and Associates to understand current Executive Searches, roles and their functions, but most importantly you will build long-term positive relationships with candidates.
This role has flexibility and may be remote for the disciplined candidate.
Responsibilities:
- Partner with Executive Search Practice Leads and Associates to create effective search strategies tailored to each search engagement
- Source passive candidates through referrals, networking, internet searches, and other creative tactics
- Research and recommend new sources and tools for both passive and active candidates
- Leverage various methods of sourcing to build candidate pipelines
- Be the market and talent intelligence expert for your specific talent segment
- Cultivate and maintain relationships with candidates
Desired Skills and Experience:
- Minimum of 2 years work experience related to talent acquisition/sourcing/research
- Strong Microsoft Excel/Google Sheet skills
- Strong LinkedIn Recruiter experience
- Experience with applicant tracking systems (ATS)
- Solid organizational skills and attention to detail
- Creative, out of the box thinker, as it relates to sourcing and recruiting passive talent
- Ability to identify, evaluate, and prioritize target companies
- Strong and demonstrated written, verbal, and interpersonal skills
- Bachelor's Degree
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