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Talent Acquisition Sourcer for Technology (Contract, Remote)

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Hiring Remotely in United States
55-75 Annually
Mid level
Remote
Hiring Remotely in United States
55-75 Annually
Mid level
Sources and engages technology candidates across software engineering, infrastructure, data, cybersecurity, AI, and emerging technology roles. Partners with recruiters and hiring managers to define search strategies, conducts outreach and initial screening, maintains Greenhouse ATS data, and supports market mapping, competitive intelligence, diversity sourcing, messaging, and playbook development. The role requires managing multiple searches independently in a fast-paced remote environment.
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COMPANY OVERVIEW

KKR is a leading global investment firm that offers alternative asset management as well as capital markets and insurance solutions. KKR aims to generate attractive investment returns by following a patient and disciplined investment approach, employing world-class people, and supporting growth in its portfolio companies and communities. KKR sponsors investment funds that invest in private equity, credit and real assets and has strategic partners that manage hedge funds. KKR’s insurance subsidiaries offer retirement, life and reinsurance products under the management of Global Atlantic Financial Group. References to KKR’s investments may include the activities of its sponsored funds and insurance subsidiaries.

COMPANY OVERVIEW

KKR & Co. Inc., together with its subsidiaries, is a leading global investment firm that offers alternative asset management and capital markets and insurance solutions. KKR aims to generate attractive investment returns by following a patient and disciplined investment approach, employing world-class people, and supporting growth in its portfolio companies and communities. KKR sponsors investment funds that invest in private equity, credit and real assets and has strategic partners that manage hedge funds. KKR's insurance subsidiaries offer retirement, life and reinsurance products under the management of The Global Atlantic Financial Group. For additional information about KKR & Co. Inc. (NYSE: KKR), please visit KKR's website at www.kkr.com.

POSITION SUMMARY

We are looking for a Sourcer to partner with our Lead Talent Acquisition Technology Recruiter and Recruiting Coordinator.  You will build and engage talent pipelines for roles across software engineering, infrastructure, data, cybersecurity, and emerging technologies, including AI. This is a high-impact contract role where speed, judgment, and sourcing craft matter.  Work directly with recruiters and hiring managers to shape search strategy and surface strong, diverse slates quickly.  This is a remote, contract role.

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Partner with Technology recruiters and hiring managers to understand role requirements, team context, and must-haves vs. nice-to-haves
  • Build sourcing strategies across LinkedIn Recruiter, GitHub, Stack Overflow, Boolean/x-ray search, and other channels
  • Proactively identify, engage, and qualify passive candidates for roles ranging from individual contributors to senior engineering leaders
  • Run initial outreach and screening conversations; assess technical background, motivations, and fit
  • Maintain accurate pipeline data in the ATS (Greenhouse)
  • Contribute to market mapping, competitive intelligence, and diversity sourcing efforts
  • Help refine messaging, campaigns, and sourcing playbooks as the team scales

QUALIFICATIONS

  • 3+ years of sourcing or recruiting experience, with meaningful time spent on Technology / Engineering roles
  • Strong Boolean, LinkedIn Recruiter, and alternative-channel sourcing skills
  • Experience sourcing in a fast-paced, high-volume environment such as financial services, PE/VC, or top-tier tech preferred
  • Excellent written outreach that is concise, personalized, and yields a high response rate.
  • Comfort working independently in a remote setting while staying tightly aligned with recruiters across time zones
  • ATS proficiency (Greenhouse preferred) and solid data hygiene
  • Discretion and professionalism handling confidential searches and sensitive candidate information
  • Strong organizational and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple searches and competing priorities

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • Prior exposure to private equity, asset management, or financial services technology hiring
  • Experience sourcing for AI/ML, cloud infrastructure, cybersecurity, or quant/data engineering talent
  • Track record supporting diversity sourcing initiatives

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This is the expected range of daily salary rate for this position. Actual daily salary rate may vary based on several factors, such as skill, experience, and qualification for the role.

Hourly Rate
$55—$75 USD

KKR is an equal opportunity employer.  Individuals seeking employment are considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other category protected by applicable law.

KKR will provide reasonable accommodations as required by applicable federal, state, and/or local laws. Individuals seeking an accommodation for the application or interview process should email [email protected]. Emails sent for unrelated issues, such as following up on an application, will not receive a response.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access https://www.kkr.com/careers because of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations by sending an email to [email protected]. Only emails left for this purpose will be returned.

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