Amazon

DESCRIPTION

The Amazon University Talent Acquisition Team (AUTA) is searching for a Sourcing Recruiter to join our team in Bangalore. This role provides advice, expertise and assistance to all levels of personnel both internal and external on various recruiting/talent acquisition related issues. This role serves as trusted member of the Global AUTA organization driving great partnerships with internal & external customers and possesses understanding of client needs and hiring conditions external and internal. The Sourcing Recruiter role provides sourcing and candidate generation to hiring managers across multiple teams, organizations and locations. To be great in this role the candidate must be able to successfully manage, prioritize and close searches against a timeline and have experience setting benchmarks, metrics, and understand how to prioritize to hit all customer SLAs. They thrive in an innovative, fast-paced environment, can roll up their sleeves, work hard, have fun, and get the job done.

Key job responsibilities

• Proactively source candidates using a variety of creative recruitment methods including social media, job boards, networking, and direct outreach.
• Leverage data-driven insights to identify talent trends and adjust sourcing strategies accordingly in a fast-paced environment.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with hiring managers to understand staffing needs and align sourcing strategies with business goals.
• Conduct initial assessments of candidates to evaluate skills, experience, and cultural fit for open positions.
• Collaborate with the recruitment team to develop and implement efficient recruitment processes and tools.
• Utilize advanced recruitment marketing techniques to promote Amazon as an employer of choice and attract high-quality candidates.
• Provide continuous feedback and insights to improve the candidate experience and enhance sourcing effectiveness.

Sourcing Expertise:

• Extensive experience in candidate sourcing, including using Boolean search techniques, advanced sourcing tools, and social media platforms.
• Ability to tap into diverse talent pools and networks across APAC and EMEA markets, particularly within the tech and operations sectors.
• Strong ability to assess candidate qualifications based on job requirements and industry standards.

Additional Advantages:

• Previous success hiring for similar technical roles
• Understanding of current market compensation for these positions
• Experience with technical sourcing tools, job boards and platforms
• Network within the software development community
• Knowledge of data analytics talent landscape

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree, or 2+ years of full-time Amazon experience
• Fluency in English; proficiency in French and/or German is highly preferred.
• Proven ability to source, assess, and engage candidates using a variety of recruiting strategies.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a strong ability to build relationships with stakeholders.
• 3+ years of experience in recruitment or talent acquisition, with a focus on technical and operational roles.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience managing high volume as well as niche hiring
• Experience leading or participating in technology hiring events, technology mixers, and regular attendance and participation at technology meetups and technology user groups
• Experience working in a multinational environment with an understanding of cultural differences in hiring processes. Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and changing environment while managing multiple priorities effectively.
• Fluency in English; proficiency in French and/or German is highly preferred.

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