Talent Sourcing Specialist

Are you someone who knows where to look when the right talent isn't easy to find Want a role where your research, creativity, and outreach directly help build strong teams As a Talent Sourcing Specialist at ClearDesk, you'll take the lead in identifying and engaging qualified talent, from active job seekers to hard-to-reach passive candidates, using LinkedIn, professional networks, referrals, and creative sourcing strategies. If you're resourceful, persistent, and energized by turning a great lead into a meaningful candidate connection, this opportunity could be a perfect fit for you.

Our Story Starts with People Like You

The two founders, best friends, were running businesses that needed great talent fast. So, they started building remote teams across countries like the Philippines, Colombia, and India. Not only did it work, it thrived. They realized that talent isn't limited by geography. With today's technology and high-speed internet, we're able to build high-performing global teams that support businesses across the U.S. So ClearDesk was born.

Today, ClearDesk helps U.S. businesses grow by building world-class remote teams. We don't just connect talent; we manage the entire experience, from recruiting to retention. And while we help clients thrive, we also stay deeply committed to helping our remote team members build real, lasting careers that support their lives and their families.

That's where you come in.

The Role: Talent Sourcing Specialist

Imagine being the person who finds the talent others might miss. As a Sourcing Specialist at ClearDesk, you'll play a key role in building the candidate pipelines that help us find the right people for our growing teams. You'll go beyond waiting for applications by actively identifying, researching, engaging, and building relationships with potential candidates.

This role is highly focused on lead generation, sourcing, headhunting, and proactive candidate outreach. Your work will be dedicated to sourcing and candidate attraction, using a combination of recruitment platforms, social media, professional networks, referrals, and creative outreach strategies.

You'll work closely with recruiters and the broader recruitment team to understand hiring needs, build qualified talent pools, and keep strong candidates engaged throughout the recruitment process. While sourcing is your primary focus, you'll also have opportunities to support candidate screening, interviews, and other stages of the recruitment pipeline when needed.

What Your Days Might Look Like

• Collaborate with recruiters and hiring stakeholders to understand open roles, candidate requirements, and sourcing priorities.
• Dedicate your time to sourcing, headhunting, lead generation, and proactive candidate outreach.
• Research and identify qualified candidates through LinkedIn, job boards, social media, professional networks, databases, referrals, and other sourcing channels.
• Build and maintain active candidate pipelines for current and future hiring needs.
• Conduct targeted searches and talent mapping to identify candidates who match specific role requirements.
• Engage passive candidates through personalized outreach, follow-ups, and relationship building.
• Generate candidate leads and continuously expand talent pools for difficult-to-fill and high-volume roles.
• Use social media platforms such as TikTok, Instagram, and Facebook to identify and attract potential candidates.
• Screen initial candidate information and assess basic qualifications before moving candidates forward in the recruitment process.
• Keep candidates engaged and informed as they move through the recruitment pipeline.
• Support recruiters with candidate coordination, interview scheduling, and candidate follow-ups when needed.
• Support or conduct candidate interviews when required.
• Use ATS tools to maintain accurate candidate records, track sourcing activity, and manage talent pipelines.
• Use AI tools and recruitment technology to improve candidate research, sourcing, outreach, and productivity.
• Track sourcing activity and communicate progress, challenges, and potential blockers clearly with the recruitment team.
• Help develop and refine sourcing strategies, outreach messages, and candidate attraction approaches.
• Stay up to date on sourcing platforms, social media trends, recruitment technology, AI tools, and candidate attraction strategies.

Who We Think Will Thrive in This Role

• You have experience in sourcing, recruitment, talent acquisition, lead generation, or a similar role.
• You enjoy the research and discovery side of recruitment and are comfortable proactively finding candidates rather than waiting for applications.
• You're confident with headhunting, candidate sourcing, and proactive outreach.
• You know how to identify potential candidates using LinkedIn, job boards, databases, and other online platforms.
• You have experience using social media platforms such as TikTok, Instagram, and Facebook for candidate attraction, research, or outreach.
• You're comfortable engaging passive candidates and can write outreach messages that get people interested in a conversation.
• You're comfortable managing multiple sourcing projects and candidate pipelines at the same time.
• You're detail-oriented and can keep candidate information organized and up to date.
• You're great at writing and speaking in English and can communicate professionally with candidates and teammates.
• You understand how to use an ATS and stay organized in a fast-paced, remote setup.
• You're comfortable using AI tools and are willing to learn and adopt new technology to improve your sourcing process.
• You're resourceful, curious, and persistent. When one sourcing approach doesn't work, you're willing to find another.
• You enjoy connecting with people and building relationships, even when they are not actively looking for a new opportunity.
• You're comfortable supporting the broader recruitment process and stepping in to assist with interviews or candidate coordination when needed.
• You're collaborative, open to feedback, and willing to support your teammates.
• You're willing to go above and beyond to help the team build strong candidate pipelines.
• You are willing to work a U.S. time zone schedule.
• You can secure the required technical setup, including:
• Primary internet connection of at least 35 Mbps with a reliable backup.
• Main computer with Intel Core i5 (or equivalent) and 8 GB RAM.
• Backup laptop, backup internet device, and backup power source.
• 720p HD webcam and noise-canceling headset.

Nice to Have Qualifications

• Experience creating or managing email campaigns.
• Experience with drip campaigns or candidate nurturing campaigns.
• Experience running Meta Ads or other paid social media campaigns.
• Experience with broader digital marketing, social media marketing, or lead-generation campaigns.
• Experience recruiting or sourcing across multiple industries.
• Familiarity with global hiring practices and remote work environments.
• Experience using AI-powered sourcing or recruitment tools.

Why ClearDesk

Because we believe work should be meaningful, even from home.

At ClearDesk, you'll work with clients who respect your time and value your skills. You'll join a remote-first team that genuinely supports you, and you'll see the impact of your work in real, tangible ways that matter to the people you work with.

We don't just want you to do your job. We want you to grow with us, stay with us, and feel proud of the difference you're making.

Here's what you can expect from us:

• We pay you fairly and on time
• We provide prepaid HMO coverage for your peace of mind
• We help you grow with tools, training, and honest feedback
• We celebrate your wins
• And above all, we actually care

Ready to be part of something that matters

Apply now and start your journey with ClearDesk.

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Disclaimer: Candidates who apply for this position may be re-profiled to similar roles depending on their qualifications, experience, and current market demand.