Senior Talent Acquisition Sourcing Specialist

About the role

Responsible for developing and executing proactive sourcing strategies to build robust, diverse talent pipelines for critical and hard-to-fill roles. This role partners closely with Talent Acquisition Partners and business leaders to identify, engage, and nurture high-quality talent aligned with current and future workforce needs. The Senior Sourcing Specialist brings deep market expertise, creative outreach strategies, and data-driven insights to elevate the organization’s talent pipeline and competitive positioning.

Responsibilities

• Strategic Sourcing & Pipeline Development
  • Design and execute innovative sourcing strategies for high-impact and niche roles
  • Build and maintain proactive pipelines aligned to workforce planning priorities
  • Conduct talent mapping and market research to identify competitive talent pools
  • Develop and manage talent communities for ongoing engagement
• Business & TA Partnership
  • Partner with Talent Acquisition Partners and hiring leaders to understand role requirements and business drivers
  • Provide labor market intelligence, competitive insights, and talent availability data
  • Advise on sourcing strategies that align with diversity and inclusion goals
  • Support intake meetings with market perspective and recommended search strategies
• Candidate Engagement
  • Identify and engage passive candidates through creative outreach techniques
  • Craft compelling messaging tailored to targeted talent segments
  • Conduct initial outreach conversations and pre-screening as appropriate
  • Maintain ongoing candidate relationships for future opportunities
• Data & Market Intelligence
  • Leverage sourcing tools, platforms, and analytics to optimize pipeline development
  • Track sourcing effectiveness, conversion rates, and pipeline health
  • Analyze trends to refine sourcing approaches and improve results
  • Share competitive insights with TA and HR leadership
• Operational Excellence
  • Maintain accurate candidate data within the applicant tracking system
  • Utilize sourcing technologies and platforms effectively
  • Continuously explore new sourcing channels and tools
  • Ensure compliance with hiring policies and applicable employment laws

Qualifications

• 5+ years of sourcing or talent acquisition experience, with a focus on proactive pipeline development
• Demonstrated success sourcing for complex, specialized, or senior-level roles
• Strong understanding of labor market dynamics and competitive talent landscapes
• Advanced proficiency with sourcing tools (LinkedIn Recruiter, talent databases, research platforms, etc.)
• Strong research, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to influence without direct authority

Pay

The current salary range for this role is $77,400.00 to $135,400.00. This position is also incentive eligible. Geographic factors may adjust the range estimate and hires typically fall below the top range. Compensation decisions are tailored to individual circumstances.