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Sourcing Specialist (Contract)

Location: London Country: UK
 

Role Title: Sourcing Specialist
Role Type: Contract - 12 months
Day Rate: Competitive
Location: London (Hybrid)

Every great story has a new beginning, and yours starts here.

Welcome to Warner Bros. Discovery the stuff dreams are made of.

Who We Are

When we say, "the stuff dreams are made of" we're not just referring to the world of wizards, dragons and superheroes, or even to the wonders of Planet Earth. Behind WBD's vast portfolio of iconic content and beloved brands, are the storytellers bringing our characters to life, the creators bringing them to your living rooms and the dreamers creating what's next

From brilliant creatives to technology trailblazers across the globe, WBD offers career-defining opportunities, thoughtfully curated benefits, and the tools to explore and grow into your best selves. Here you are supported, here you are celebrated, here you can thrive.

Your New Role

Warner Bros. Discovery is seeking an experienced and driven Talent Acquisition Sourcer to join our dynamic team. You will act as a versatile Talent Acquisition Sourcer and help identify, attract, and bring in top-tier talent for non-tech roles within our Content, Creative, Corporate, and Commercial teams in EMEA.

This role requires a candidate who is not only adept at sourcing strategies but also excels in collaborating with recruiters, partnering with hiring managers, and working closely with HR to drive successful talent acquisition initiatives.

Key Accountabilities

Your Role Accountabilities -

* Partner with recruiters, hiring managers, and P&C Partners to understand hiring needs and develop sourcing strategies that align with business objectives.
* Utilise a consultative approach to guide and educate hiring managers on effective sourcing strategies, market insights, and candidate trends.
* Conduct comprehensive research and employ innovative sourcing techniques to identify passive and active candidates across various skill sets and industries.
* Build and execute complex Boolean searches to identify potential candidates from various online platforms and databases.
* Leverage a wide range of tools and resources to identify potential candidates, including job boards, social media platforms, industry-specific websites, and more.
* Proactively build and maintain talent pipelines for various roles to ensure a steady stream of qualified candidates.
* Participate in and help drive diversity attraction strategies to engage a diverse workforce.
* Engage with potential candidates and foster relationships to create a positive candidate experience, keeping them informed and engaged throughout the recruitment process.
* Keep up-to-date with industry trends, competitor landscapes, and emerging sourcing techniques to continuously enhance the sourcing process.
* Provide regular updates and reports on sourcing metrics, pipeline status, and candidate engagement to recruiters and hiring managers.

Qualifications & Experience

* Proven experience working in talent acquisition sourcing, preferably in a fast-paced and creative industry.
* English: advanced level (mandatory)
* Proven experience utilising LinkedIn Recruiter to identify top talent.
* Strong experience in candidate relationship management tools and applicant tracking systems is a must. (Here at WBD, we use Phenom for our CRM and Workday for our ATS)
* Extensive knowledge of sourcing tools and techniques, including job boards, LinkedIn, social media, and industry-specific resources.
* Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively communicate complex sourcing strategies to non-technical stakeholders.
* Demonstrated ability to work independently, take initiative, and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
* Previous experience sourcing for roles in Content, Creative, Corporate, and Commercial disciplines is highly preferred.

How We Get Things Done

This last bit is probably the most important! Here at WBD, our guiding principles are the core values by which we operate and are central to how we get things done. You can find them along with some insights from the team on what they mean and how they show up in their day to day. We hope they resonate with you and look forward to discussing them during your interview.

Our Recruitment Delivery Team are committed to offering an inclusive recruitment experience to all candidates. If you require any accommodations or adjustments as a result of disability, impairment, or health condition, please do not hesitate to let me know by emailing


Posted Date: 30 Apr 2024 Reference: JS-11150 Employment Business: Resource Solutions - GSC Contact: Anu Binoj