Job Title: Recruiting Specialist Location: 100% remote Duration: 6 Months with potential for extension
Position Summary: The company is seeking an experienced and proactive Talent Acquisition Sourcing Specialist to join our global Talent Acquisition team on a contract basis. This role is focused exclusively on the front-end of the recruiting lifecycle proactively identifying, engaging, and assessing prospective talent before transitioning qualified candidates to a Talent Acquisition Partner (Recruiter) for full evaluation and selection. The ideal candidate is a creative, data-driven sourcer who thrives on building pipelines, mapping competitive talent landscapes, and engaging passive candidates. This role does not manage requisitions end-to-end; instead, it serves as a critical pipeline engine that ensures recruiters are consistently presented with a warm, qualified slate of candidates.
Key Responsibilities
- Proactive Sourcing & Pipeline Development
- Develop and execute targeted sourcing strategies to identify passive and active candidates for assigned roles and talent pools
- Leverage multiple sourcing channels including LinkedIn Recruiter, Boolean search, professional networks, industry forums, social media, and internal databases (CRM/ATS)
- Build and maintain talent pipelines for current and anticipated hiring needs in partnership with assigned Talent Acquisition Partners
- Map competitive talent landscapes and identify talent pools within key competitor organizations and relevant industries
- Candidate Engagement & Screening
- Conduct initial outreach and engagement with prospective candidates to generate interest in Client employer opportunities
- Perform preliminary phone screens to assess basic qualifications, interest level, availability, and compensation expectations
- Clearly and compellingly communicate the Client employer brand and Employee Value Proposition (EVP) to potential candidates
- Document candidate interactions, assessments, and pipeline data accurately within the ATS (Workday) and CRM tools
- Recruiter Handoff & Collaboration
- Transition qualified, interested candidates to the Talent Acquisition Partner with a comprehensive candidate summary (background, interest drivers, availability, compensation expectations)
- Collaborate closely with assigned Talent Acquisition Partners to align sourcing strategies with recruiter and hiring manager priorities
- Participate in recruiting strategy meetings to understand role requirements, ideal candidate profiles, and key differentiators
- Provide regular pipeline status updates and sourcing progress reports to the TA Partner and TA Lead
- Market Intelligence & Insights
- Maintain current knowledge of external market trends, talent availability, and competitive intelligence within relevant talent pools
- Share insights on candidate sentiment, market feedback, and competitor hiring activity with the broader TA team
- Contribute to diversity sourcing efforts by
Key Responsibilities
- Applicant Screening & Qualification
- Review inbound applicants in the ATS (Workday) for assigned requisitions in partnership with the TA Partner
- Conduct structured, professional phone screens with applicants to assess: Basic role qualifications and relevant experience
- Interest level and motivation for the opportunity
- Availability and start date
- Compensation expectations and alignment
- Location / remote / relocation requirements
- Apply consistent screening criteria as defined by the TA Partner and/or hiring manager to ensure a fair and objective process
- Accurately document screening outcomes, candidate notes, and disposition decisions within the ATS
- Candidate Relationship & Communication
- Serve as the primary point of contact for candidates from the point of application through the screening stage
- Provide timely, professional, and transparent communication to all applicants including those who are not moving forward
- Represent and promote the Client employer brand and Employee Value Proposition (EVP) in every candidate interaction
- Set clear expectations with candidates regarding next steps and the overall recruiting process
- Respond to candidate inquiries promptly and with a high degree of professionalism and empathy
- Recruiter Handoff & Collaboration
- Transition screened and qualified candidates to the assigned Talent Acquisition Partner with a clear and concise candidate summary including: Screening notes and qualification assessment
- Candidate interest and availability
- Compensation expectations
- Any flags or considerations for the TA Partner
- Maintain ongoing communication with assigned TA Partners on pipeline status, applicant volume, and screening outcomes
- Flag any trends in applicant quality, volume, or common disqualifiers to the TA Partner for strategic input
- ATS & Data Integrity
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date candidate records, screening dispositions, and notes in Workday ATS
- Ensure all applicant activity is logged in compliance with Client data integrity and audit requirements
- Support reporting on applicant flow, screen-to-pass rates, and pipeline health as needed
Key Business Partners
- Talent Acquisition Partners (primary collaborator and handoff recipient)
- TA Lead / TA Manager (oversight and direction)
- Candidates / Applicants (primary point of contact during screening stage)
- HRBPs & Hiring Managers (indirect via TA Partner only)
Required Qualifications & Experience
- 0 3 years of experience in Talent Acquisition, HR, recruiting coordination, or a related customer/candidate-facing role
- Demonstrated ability to conduct professional, structured conversations with candidates via phone or video
- Proficiency with Workday ATS or similar applicant tracking system
- Strong written and verbal communication skills with a polished, professional presence
- Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage and prioritize a high volume of applicants
- High attention to detail in documentation and data entry
- Ability to handle confidential candidate information with discretion
- Ability to work independently with limited day-to-day supervision
- BA/BS degree in Human Resources, Business, Communications, or equivalent work experience