Remote Sourcing Specialist - IT

Placements24; Klerksdorp; Hybrid; ZAR 420,000 - 660,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Completely remote position

Competitive salary

Professional development support

Access to modern sourcing tools

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Remote Sourcing Specialist focused on Information Technology to identify and engage passive and active IT candidates for a fully remote team. You will build robust pipelines, reach out with persuasive messages, and collaborate with Technical Recruiters and Hiring Managers to meet hiring goals.

Operating entirely remotely, you will leverage advanced sourcing tools to tap into the global talent pool, stay current with industry trends, and contribute to impactful IT hiring

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of IT or tech sourcing experience.
• Expert in advanced search techniques and Boolean logic across platforms.
• Experience with ATS and CRM tools.
• Excellent written and verbal communication with persuasive outreach.
• Ability to work autonomously in a remote setup.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience.

Responsibilities

• Identify and engage potential IT candidates for developers, engineers, analysts, and PMs.
• Use a range of sourcing tools and platforms to discover talent (LinkedIn, GitHub, Stack Overflow, etc).
• Develop creative sourcing strategies for niche technical skills.
• Conduct initial screenings to assess fit and interest.
• Build and maintain a diverse talent pipeline for current and future roles.
• Collaborate with Technical Recruiters and Hiring Managers on requirements.
• Engage candidates with compelling outreach highlighting opportunities and culture.
• Track activities and engagement metrics; provide regular reports.
• Stay up-to-date with IT hiring trends and best practices.

Skills

IT talent sourcing

Boolean search

ATS/CRM

Candidate outreach

Communication skills

Remote work discipline

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

LinkedIn Recruiter

GitHub

Stack Overflow

Specialized job boards

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a dynamic recruitment consultancy, is looking for a highly skilled and proactive Remote Sourcing Specialist focused on Information Technology (IT) to join their fully remote team. This role is dedicated to identifying and engaging passive and active IT candidates, building robust talent pipelines for a wide array of technical roles. You will be instrumental in connecting clients with the specialized IT professionals they need to drive innovation and success. Operating entirely remotely, you will leverage advanced sourcing tools and techniques to tap into the global talent pool. This is a fantastic opportunity for a sourcing expert passionate about technology to contribute to impactful hiring in a flexible, work-from-anywhere environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Proactively identify and engage potential candidates for various IT roles, including developers, engineers, analysts, and project managers.
• Utilize a wide range of sourcing tools and platforms (e.g., LinkedIn Recruiter, GitHub, Stack Overflow, specialized job boards) to discover talent.
• Develop creative and effective sourcing strategies to attract candidates with niche technical skills.
• Conduct initial screenings and conversations to assess candidate interest, qualifications, and fit for specific roles.
• Build and maintain a diverse and qualified talent pipeline for current and future hiring needs.
• Collaborate closely with Technical Recruiters and Hiring Managers to understand detailed job requirements and candidate profiles.
• Engage candidates with compelling outreach messages that highlight opportunities and company culture.
• Track sourcing activities and candidate engagement metrics, providing regular reports.
• Stay current with industry trends, new technologies, and best practices in IT talent sourcing.

Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in sourcing, with a strong emphasis on IT or technology roles.
• Demonstrated expertise in using advanced search techniques and Boolean logic across various platforms.
• Familiarity with IT terminology, programming languages, and common technical roles.
• Experience with Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and candidate relationship management (CRM) tools.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a knack for persuasive outreach.
• Ability to work autonomously, manage time effectively, and meet sourcing targets in a remote setting.
• Strong research and analytical skills.
• A proactive and persistent approach to talent discovery.
• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field or equivalent practical experience.

Benefits

• Completely remote position offering flexibility and autonomy.
• Competitive salary and potential for performance-based bonuses.
• Opportunities to work with cutting-edge technologies and diverse clients.
• Professional development support and access to modern sourcing tools.
• Be a key player in building essential tech teams from anywhere.