Talent Sourcer Cover Letter

I submit this application to express my sincere interest in the talent sourcer position.

In my previous role, I was responsible for leadership and thought partnership to hiring managers, business partners and HR Generalist (HRG) by acting as a staffing consultant.

I reviewed the requirements of the job opening and I believe my candidacy is an excellent fit for this position. Some of the key requirements that I have extensive experience with include:

• Driven, energetic, and a highly motivated individual that is hands on, but also a talent strategist
• High energy, enthusiasm, teamwork attitude and passion for recruitment
• Intermediate knowledge of Boolean search functions
• Experience in advanced sourcing techniques including Boolean logic and LinkedIn
• Experience with job boards, job postings, and networking
• Experience working within an applicant-tracking system, PeopleFluent preferred
• Extensive knowledge of MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, and software applications
• An eye for future thinking and process improvement focused

I would like to submit my application for the talent sourcer opening. Please accept this letter and the attached resume.

Previously, I was responsible for appropriate counsel throughout the talent acquisition process, advising on industry best practices, particularly as they relate to the candidate experience.

I reviewed the requirements of the job opening and I believe my candidacy is an excellent fit for this position. Some of the key requirements that I have extensive experience with include:

• High personal standards of excellence, ethics and integrity
• Technical familiarity with ATS, CRM, Excel
• Proven research expertise to acquire and interpret data/information not readily available
• Experience of recruiting into front office roles in financial services sector
• Experience working with a CRM and ATS systems
• Administrative support as assigned
• Participation in meeting, recruitment events and projects as needed
• Experience with Talent Acquisition processes and systems such as Applicant Tracking Systems and CRMs (Taleo and/or Workday is strongly preferred)

I am excited to be applying for the position of talent sourcer. Please accept this letter and the attached resume as my interest in this position.

In the previous role, I was responsible for a strong focus on sourcing diverse, passive and active candidates through networking, complex internet searches, research, name generation and telephone calls.

Please consider my qualifications and experience:

• Experience recruiting for Quality related roles within Pharmaceutical/Biotech/Life Sciences industry is highly preferred
• Deep expertise in understanding relevant functional roles
• Passionate about Client product and able to speak to our technology/industry
• Experience using sourcing as a tool to help drive diversity initiatives
• Experience with Social media hiring (LinkedIn, Twitter, FB etc)
• Robust interpersonal skills with strong track record of success
• Expert in networking and talent mapping, hiring for niche skills in technology
• Understanding of the entire recruitment life-cycle

Please consider me for the talent sourcer opportunity. I am including my resume that lists my qualifications and experience.

In the previous role, I was responsible for guidance, direction and full support to hiring managers relative to Staffing processes, procedures and systems; provide training when necessary.

Please consider my experience and qualifications for this position:

• Proficiency with standard office software, such as the MS suite and MS SharePoint
• Knowledge of staffing sourcing techniques and staffing procedures, particularly as they relate to a defense contractor, and
• BSc in Human Resources Management
• Sourcing experience in either corporate or staffing agency setting preferred
• Demonstrated abilities utilizing advanced Boolean techniques, data mining and an understanding of the differences in the various web online search engines (Google, Yahoo)
• Excellent knowledge of Social Media and MS Office applications
• Experience with sourcing techniques such as X-Ray, FlipSearch and PowerSearch preferred
• A company culture that loves to work hard and play hard

In response to your job posting for talent sourcer, I am including this letter and my resume for your review.

In the previous role, I was responsible for a strong focus on sourcing passive and active candidates through networking, complex internet searches, research, name generation, and telephone calls.

My experience is an excellent fit for the list of requirements in this job:

• Proficiency – Social Media Platforms, Microsoft Office Suite- Advanced Excel, Word, Internet, Applicant Tracking Systems
• BA or BS in Human Resources Management or relevant field
• Able to thrive and achieve results in a fast-paced, evolving environment
• Ensure compliance with hiring policies, practices and company values
• Enjoys the personal interaction with potential applicants and internal customers
• Previous sourcer experience in an agency, sourcing all kind of iT profiles, preferably developers and support oriented
• Experience in-house is a clear advantage but not mandatory
• Microsoft Office Proficiency, ATS is a clear advantage