Contract Talent Acquisition Sourcer

Aston Carter; Austin (TX); Hybrid; USD 62,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance (Voluntary Life)

HSA

Time Off/Leave (PTO)

Job summary

Aston Carter is seeking a Contract Talent Acquisition Sourcer to drive growth by partnering with recruiters and hiring teams to attract top industry talent. The role emphasizes proactive sourcing, market intelligence, and building strong pipelines across business functions.

You will collaborate with Talent Acquisition partners, influence hiring decisions, mentor junior team members, and leverage tools like LinkedIn Recruiter and Talent Neuron to inform strategy and candidate outreach.

Qualifications

• Five or more years of recruiting experience, including sourcing and full-cycle hiring.
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent experience.
• Strong written and verbal communication with executive presence.
• Ability to navigate ambiguity and fast-changing environments.
• Experience using ATS; Workday experience is highly desirable.
• Proficient in social platforms (LinkedIn, job boards) for sourcing.
• Established talent network in relevant industries.
• Proven ability to research passive and active candidates using advanced search.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with TA partners and hiring teams to understand demand and market trends.
• Influence hiring managers and recruiters to meet objectives and improve outcomes.
• Serve as SME in sourcing strategy, talent profiles, and market feasibility.
• Mentor junior sourcing team members with guidance and best practices.
• Design and execute effective sourcing strategies and improve operations.
• Identify talent via Boolean searches, X-ray, and outreach to networks.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to align on hiring strategies and candidate experience.
• Utilize Talent Neuron and other market intelligence tools for data-driven decisions.
• Research passive and active candidates and engage through thoughtful outreach.
• Maintain accurate candidate data in ATS and recruitment tools.

Skills

5+ years recruiting experience

Bachelor’s degree

Executive presence

Ambiguity management

ATS familiarity

LinkedIn Recruiter

Communication skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in related field

Tools

LinkedIn Recruiter

Workday

Google search

PowerPoint

Job description

The Contract Talent Acquisition Sourcer plays a critical role in driving company growth by partnering closely with Talent Acquisition recruiters and hiring teams to attract high-caliber industry talent. As part of a Global Talent Acquisition organization, this role focuses on proactive, strategic sourcing and market intelligence to build strong talent pipelines and support a wide range of business functions.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Talent Acquisition partners and hiring teams to understand talent demand, industry trends, and market intelligence, and use this information to help shape effective staffing strategies.
• Provide subject matter expertise and business insight to influence hiring managers and recruiters in meeting hiring objectives and improving overall recruitment outcomes.
• Act as an advisory member in Strategy Intake Meetings, contributing to sourcing strategy, talent profiles, and market feasibility for open roles.
• Serve as a recognized subject matter expert, sharing best practices and knowledge that enable more effective hiring across teams and stakeholders.
• Mentor Consultant, Analyst, and Associate-level Talent Acquisition Sourcing team members by providing guidance, coaching, and SME-level knowledge.
• Design, implement, and execute effective sourcing strategies, and recommend operational efficiencies to Global Talent Acquisition leadership.
• Utilize a broad range of hunting and sourcing skills to actively identify talent through various platforms, including LinkedIn Recruiter and other digital tools.
• Attract top diverse industry talent and act as a culture ambassador, representing the organization’s values and employee experience to prospective candidates.
• Identify candidates using creative sourcing methods such as Boolean searches, X-ray searching, competitive mapping, and outreach to an established network of prospective candidates.
• Partner with cross-functional Talent Acquisition teams, including Recruiting, Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, and Compensation, to ensure alignment on hiring strategies and candidate experience.
• Leverage market intelligence tools, such as Talent Neuron, to support proactive sourcing methodologies and data-driven decision-making.
• Research and identify both passive and active candidates, engaging them through thoughtful outreach and relationship-building.
• Manage multiple requisitions and sourcing projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines and maintaining a high level of organization.
• Participate in special projects as assigned, contributing sourcing expertise and insights to broader Talent Acquisition initiatives.
• Maintain accurate and timely candidate information within Applicant Tracking Systems and other recruitment tools, ensuring data integrity and process compliance.

Essential Skills

• At least 5 years of relevant work experience combined with a Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
• Proven full-cycle recruiting experience, including sourcing, screening, and managing candidates through the recruitment process.
• Strong communication skills with executive presence and the ability to influence stakeholders at various levels.
• Demonstrated critical thinking skills and the ability to operate effectively in ambiguous, fast-changing environments.
• Experience using Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS); familiarity with Workday is highly desirable.
• Expert-level utilization of social media and online platforms for sourcing, including LinkedIn, Google search, and major job boards.
• Established and robust talent network within relevant industries and functions.
• Hands‑on experience implementing proactive sourcing methodologies and using market intelligence tools such as Talent Neuron.
• Proven ability to research and identify both passive and active candidates using advanced search techniques.
• Results‑oriented, self‑motivated, organized, and resourceful, with a strong focus on delivering high-quality outcomes.
• Detail‑oriented with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities while meeting deadlines.
• Team-oriented mindset with excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong computer skills in Microsoft Windows, Teams, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• Comfort working with Workday and other HR technologies in a recruiting context.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience recruiting within large corporate environments, including high-volume sourcing and full-cycle recruitment, is a strong plus.
• Combination of agency recruiting and corporate-level recruiting experience is ideal, demonstrating versatility across different recruiting models.
• Ability to act as a culture ambassador and represent organizational values and employee experience to external talent.
• Experience collaborating with cross‑functional teams such as Diversity, Equity & Inclusion and Compensation to support holistic talent strategies.
• Comfort participating in special projects and contributing to continuous improvement initiatives within Talent Acquisition.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build effective relationships with hiring managers, recruiters, and candidates.
• Adaptability to hybrid work arrangements and the ability to remain productive and engaged in both in‑office and remote settings.

Work Environment

This role operates in a hybrid work environment, with in‑office presence typically required on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday, and remote work on Monday and Friday. The position is based on a beautiful multi‑office campus that offers amenities such as gyms and cafes, creating a comfortable and modern workplace. The team culture is highly collaborative, with Talent Acquisition professionals working closely together and with cross‑functional partners to deliver strong hiring outcomes. The environment supports long‑term engagement, with the potential for contract extension and ongoing professional growth. Standard business attire is appropriate for on‑site days, and the work involves regular use of digital tools, Applicant Tracking Systems, and communication platforms such as Microsoft Teams and Outlook.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Austin, TX.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $45.00 - $60.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job‑related factors. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre‑tax and Roth post‑tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)Short and long‑term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a hybrid position in Austin,TX. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Oct 1, 2026.

About Aston Carter

Aston Carter provides world‑class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry‑leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® Platinum Award winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email [e-mail] for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.