Talent Sourcer / Researcher
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Role in brief
This role is for a Talent Sourcer at an international recruiting agency specializing in iGaming and IT. The position focuses on globally identifying and engaging mid to C-level candidates using advanced sourcing techniques, directly supporting recruiters and impacting company performance.
About the role
This Talent Sourcer role is with an international recruiting agency that serves the iGaming and IT industries. The agency emphasizes rapid and high-quality candidate sourcing across global markets. The successful candidate will be responsible for identifying and engaging professionals from middle management to C-level, ensuring a steady pipeline of qualified talent for recruiters.
The core work involves utilizing a range of sourcing methodologies, from standard platforms like LinkedIn to more niche sites such as Reddit, GitHub, and Djinni. A key aspect of the role is maintaining accurate candidate data within the Applicant Tracking System (ATS) and crafting effective outreach messages to attract passive talent. The sourcer will also conduct initial candidate screenings before passing suitable profiles to the recruiting team.
Success in this position is measured by clear Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) related to sourcing speed, the volume of candidates identified, and ultimately, the number of successful placements. The role requires a proactive approach to discovering new and effective candidate sources, with a strong focus on sourcing activities without transitioning into full recruitment responsibilities.
Skills that matter here
- Boolean search: This skill is used to construct precise search queries for identifying specific candidate profiles across various platforms.
- X-Ray: This technique helps in searching external websites and databases via search engines to uncover hidden candidate information.
- Reverse Search: This method is employed to find candidates by starting with known information and working backward to uncover their profiles.
- Talent Mapping: This involves systematically identifying and tracking talent within target companies and industries relevant to iGaming and IT.
- Competitor Analysis: This skill is used to understand the talent landscape within competing organizations to identify potential candidates.
- AI sourcing: This involves leveraging artificial intelligence tools and platforms to enhance candidate identification and outreach efforts.
Who this role suits
- A person who thrives on the challenge of uncovering hard-to-find talent, particularly those who are not actively seeking new roles.
- Someone who is highly data-driven and motivated by clear performance metrics related to speed, volume, and successful closures.
- An individual who enjoys the investigative aspect of sourcing and is constantly looking for innovative ways to find candidates.
- A professional who prefers a dedicated sourcing role without the responsibilities of full-cycle recruiting.
From the employer
- Source candidates (middle to C-level) via LinkedIn, Telegram, Reddit, GitHub, Djinni, etc.
- Maintain ATS and ensure data accuracy
- Write compelling outreach messages
- Conduct initial screenings and pass relevant candidates to recruiters
- Work according to KPIs (speed, candidate numbers, closures)
- Use various tools and approaches for candidate sourcing
- Ability to find complex profiles without responses (cold outreach)
- Skills: Boolean search, X-Ray, Reverse Search, Talent Mapping, Competitor Analysis, AI sourcing
- Ability to find new effective candidate sources
- Willingness to work in a fast-paced environment
- Focus on sourcing without transitioning to recruiting
- Fixed salary plus bonus
- Fully remote work
- Work with international markets
- Clear KPI and control system
- Direct impact on income through results
- Stable international company
Questions about this role
What is the remote work policy for this role?
This position is fully remote, allowing work from any location globally.
What is the expected seniority level for this role?
The role involves sourcing candidates from middle to C-level, but the seniority of the sourcer themselves is not specified.
How will my performance be measured in this role?
Performance will be measured against clear KPIs related to sourcing speed, the number of candidates identified, and successful closures.
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