Remote Lead Talent Sourcer

Placements24; Stellenbosch; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work arrangement

Performance-based bonuses

Medical aid and retirement provisions

Professional development opportunities

Global recruitment exposure

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Lead Talent Sourcer to drive global sourcing strategies from a remote-first setup. You will mentor a distributed team, shape talent pipelines, and leverage advanced tools to identify top candidates across industries.

The role emphasizes data-driven decisions, market mapping, and collaboration with recruiters and hiring managers to meet challenging staffing needs in a flexible, remote environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in HR, Business, Marketing, or a related field.
• Minimum 6 years in talent sourcing with 2+ years in leadership, preferably remote.
• Proven expertise in advanced sourcing techniques and tools (LinkedIn Recruiter, ATS, CRM).
• Strong ability to build and manage pipelines for hard-to-fill roles.
• Analytical mindset with data-driven decision making.
• Excellent remote communication and team leadership.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement advanced, data-driven sourcing strategies globally.
• Lead and mentor a team of remote talent sourcers, setting goals and coaching.
• Utilize sourcing tools and platforms including Boolean search and social networks.
• Conduct market research and talent mapping for niche roles.
• Collaborate with consultants and hiring managers to refine requirements.
• Analyze metrics and report on pipeline health and engagement.
• Stay updated on sourcing trends and remote work practices.

Skills

Talent sourcing

Leadership

Remote team management

Data-driven recruiting

Boolean search

LinkedIn Recruiter

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR/Business

Tools

ATS

CRM

LinkedIn Recruiter

Boolean search tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a forward-thinking recruitment consultancy that champions remote work, is seeking an experienced and highly motivated Lead Talent Sourcer to join their globally distributed team. This is a fully remote position, offering the ultimate flexibility for a recruitment professional passionate about identifying and engaging top talent across diverse industries. You will be instrumental in designing and executing innovative sourcing strategies, leveraging cutting-edge tools and platforms to build robust talent pipelines for our client's extensive portfolio. The ideal candidate possesses a deep understanding of advanced sourcing techniques, exceptional analytical skills, and a proven ability to lead and inspire a remote team. This role offers a unique opportunity to shape talent acquisition strategies from anywhere in the world, contributing to the success of a leading consultancy that values remote collaboration and efficiency. The focus will be on proactive talent identification and market mapping to support our client's expansive recruitment needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement advanced, data-driven talent sourcing strategies to identify passive and active candidates globally.
• Lead and mentor a team of remote talent sourcers, setting performance goals and providing ongoing coaching and development.
• Utilize a wide array of sourcing tools, platforms, and techniques, including Boolean search, X-ray search, social media, and professional networks.
• Conduct in-depth market research and talent mapping for critical and niche roles across various sectors.
• Collaborate closely with recruitment consultants and hiring managers to understand talent requirements and refine sourcing approaches.
• Analyze sourcing metrics and report on pipeline health, candidate engagement, and overall sourcing effectiveness.
• Stay abreast of the latest trends and best practices in talent sourcing, recruitment technology, and remote work environments.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of our client's sourcing methodologies and employer value proposition.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, Marketing, or a related field.
• A minimum of 6 years of experience in talent sourcing, with at least 2 years in a leadership or lead role, preferably within a remote setting.
• Demonstrated expertise in advanced sourcing techniques and tools (e.g., LinkedIn Recruiter, ATS, CRM, specialized job boards).
• Proven ability to build and manage effective talent pipelines for challenging roles.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and drive strategic decisions.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport remotely.
• Experience managing and motivating a remote team is highly desirable.
• Self-motivated, highly organized, and capable of working independently in a remote-first environment.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary package with performance-based bonuses.
• Fully remote work arrangement, offering unparalleled flexibility and work-life balance.
• Significant opportunities for professional development and leadership in a growing remote-first organization.
• Exposure to a diverse range of global recruitment projects and industries.
• Access to cutting-edge sourcing tools and technologies.
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical aid and retirement contributions.
• A collaborative and supportive virtual team culture.