[Hiring] Talent Sourcing Recruiter @ICON plc

Role Description

We are currently seeking a Talent Sourcing Recruiter - Contract to join our diverse and dynamic team. As a Talent Sourcing Recruiter at ICON, you will focus on building strong talent pipelines for critical roles, proactively identifying and engaging candidates to support ICON’s growth.

• Your favorite part of the recruitment process is to focus on sourcing and hunting for talent.
• Responsible for the successful sourcing of external candidates to support internal job requirements in the United States and Canada.
• Develop external networks through web-based portals.
• Fully utilize and maintain candidate databases and systems.
• Works with the Talent Acquisition Business Partner’s to develop business and staffing requirements, recruitment strategies, and tactics.
• Networking through technical journals, publications, social media and the internet.
• Client mapping in order to network and build on an existing database.
• Continuously sources applicants for potential openings; maintain a pipeline of qualified individuals.
• Conducts screening interviews to identify qualified candidates.
• Provides meaningful feedback and recommendations on candidates to the Client Facing Recruiters.
• Identifies candidates for key positions, and develops the relationship required to effectively recruit for current or future positions.
• The Sourcing Recruiter will work in conjunction with Talent Acquisition Business Partner’s to post open positions and publicize the role within social media forums, job boards, universities or other channels.
• Works with Talent Acquisition Business Partner’s to engage with Hiring Managers to gain a better understanding of the recruiting needs.

Qualifications

• You are a Talent Scout and your favorite part of the recruitment process is sourcing and hunting for talent.
• Undergraduate degree with experience as a Sourcing Recruiter on a Talent Acquisition team or comparable experience.
• Demonstrates knowledge of roles within ICON and the ability to communicate these effectively with external candidates.
• Previous experience recruiting passive candidates in highly competitive markets in the United States and Canada required.
• Proven ability to identify suitable candidates and match them to open positions in the USA and Canada.
• Has knowledge of recruitment databases, applicant tracking systems and external job websites.
• Demonstrates the ability to screen external candidates effectively and provide interview notes.
• Experience in the clinical research, pharmaceutical or healthcare industry in a senior recruitment capacity is preferred.
• Employment with ICON is contingent upon having the legal right to work in the country where the role is based.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary and performance related incentives.
• Health and wellbeing programmes including medical, dental, and vision coverage where applicable.
• Retirement and pension plans.
• Life assurance and disability coverage.
• Employee assistance programmes and wellbeing resources.
• Learning and development opportunities through structured training and career pathways.
• Benefits may vary depending on role and location.