Talent Sourcing Specialist

Talent Sourcing Specialist OVERVIEW We are recruiting on behalf of our client for a Talent Sourcing Specialist to support their US-based recruitment operations on a contract basis, with the potential to transition into a permanent role. This position sits within an established recruitment team, working closely under the direction of a Lead Recruiter and Operations Manager to identify and engage qualified candidates across a range of roles. This is a contract position requiring 40 to 60 hours per week, and the successful candidate must be available to work standard US Eastern Standard Time (EST) business hours. The role suits someone who is proactive, personable, and comfortable taking clear direction while managing their own sourcing workload efficiently. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Source candidates across platforms including LinkedIn, Indeed, and other relevant job boards in line with briefs provided by the Lead Recruiter Screen candidate profiles and resumes to assess suitability before passing qualified candidates forward Reach out to prospective candidates through direct messaging, email, and platform tools to generate interest and confirm availability Maintain accurate and up-to-date candidate records within the applicant tracking system Coordinate scheduling and communication between candidates and the recruitment team Provide regular progress updates to the Lead Recruiter and Operations Manager Support general recruitment administration tasks as required by the team REQUIREMENTS Matric (Grade 12) as a minimum qualification; a National Diploma or relevant NQF Level 6 qualification in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field is advantageous At least 2 years of experience in a recruitment, talent sourcing, or HR support role Demonstrated hands-on experience using LinkedIn Recruiter, Indeed, and other mainstream recruitment platforms Reliable home office setup with a stable internet connection capable of supporting full-time remote work Ability to work consistently during US Eastern Standard Time (EST) business hours PREFERRED EXPERIENCE Prior experience supporting a US or UK-based client in a remote recruitment capacity Familiarity with applicant tracking systems (ATS) and candidate pipeline management Experience sourcing candidates across a variety of industries or role types