Talent Acquisition Sourcing Associate

Sumer; Greater London; Remote; GBP 32,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading talent acquisition firm is looking for a Talent Acquisition Sourcing Associate to find and connect with top talent in the UK across various sectors. This role entails managing candidate data, drafting job ads, and screening applicants while collaborating with colleagues across the nation. Ideal candidates will be detail-oriented, proactive, and have experience with ATS. The position offers a fixed-term contract with a salary range of £32,000 - £38,000 per year and allows remote work options.

Qualifications

• Experience in sourcing candidates, particularly in UK Audit, Tax, Accounting.
• Ability to manage and report on hiring data accurately.
• Proven track record in candidate screening.

Responsibilities

• Proactively search and engage candidates for various roles.
• Maintain high-quality data in the ATS.
• Draft engaging job specifications to attract talent.
• Oversee the application process for effective recruitment.
• Conduct first-stage candidate screenings.

Skills

Candidate sourcing

Data management

ATS experience

Candidate screening

Recruitment process management

Tools

Pinpoint

Job description

Talent Acquisition Sourcing Associate

At Sumer, we know that great people make all the difference, and that’s where you come in. As a Talent Acquisition Sourcing Associate, you’ll be at the heart of finding and connecting with top talent across areas such as Audit, Tax, Accounting, and Corporate Finance. This is a 12 month fixed‑term contract, and you can be based anywhere in the UK. The role includes some travel within the UK to collaborate with colleagues and attend key business meetings.

Department: People & Culture

Location: Remote

Compensation: £32,000 - £38,000 / year

Key Responsibilities

• Finding Great Talent: Proactively search for and engage candidates, headhunting for niche roles, and building strong talent pools for future hiring needs.
• Keeping Us Organised: Manage and maintain high‑quality data in our ATS, making sure hiring teams have the best insights to make smart decisions.
• Bringing Our Job Ads to Life: Draft engaging job specs that reflect our culture and attract the right people.
• Managing Applications: Track where best to advertise roles and oversee the application process to attract the right talent.
• Screening & Selection: Conduct first‑stage candidate screenings, helping to match the right people to the right roles.
• Staying Ahead of the Market: Keep competitor market maps up to date, tracking trends to inform our hiring strategy.
• Supporting Key Projects: Get involved in initiatives like onboarding improvements, referral campaigns, and candidate testing.

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

• You know how to find great candidates – especially in the UK across Audit, Accounting, Tax, or professional services. Experience in the South African market is also a bonus.
• You’re data‑savvy – you can track, manage, and report on hiring data with accuracy and provide meaningful insight.
• You’ve worked with an ATS before – if you’ve used Pinpoint, even better!
• You’re great at screening candidates – you know how to ask the right questions to find the best fit.
• You keep things running smoothly – whether it’s updating templates, coordinating interviews, or managing recruitment processes, you make sure nothing falls through the cracks.

You May Be the Sort Of Person Who Is:

• Detail‑Oriented: You notice the little things that make a big difference.
• Proactive: You don’t wait for great candidates to come to you—you go out and find them!
• Creative Problem‑Solver: You love thinking outside the box to find and attract the right people.
• Empathetic Listener: Truly listens to what candidates and hiring managers are saying (and sometimes what they’re not), ensuring everyone’s needs are met and understood.
• Organised & Efficient: Juggling multiple tasks, deadlines, and candidates? No problem.

At Sumer, we know everyone’s journey is different. That’s why we’re committed to fairness, removing barriers and giving people the support they need to do their best work. If you need any support during the hiring process, just let us know.

Our values represent what matters most to us and guide how we work every day:

• We Shine Together
• We Do the Right Thing
• We Make It Count

We know diverse teams make us stronger. That’s why we’re creating an inclusive workplace where everyone belongs and differences are valued and celebrated.