Talent Sourcing Specialist - 12 Months Fixed Term Contract

General Dynamics Mission Systems engineers a diverse portfolio of high technology solutions, products and services that enable customers to successfully execute missions across all domains of operation. With a global team of more than 13,000 top professionals, we partner with the best in industry to expand the bounds of innovation in the defence and scientific arenas. In the UK, we are leading the way in avionics and communication systems. Given the nature of our work and who we are, we value trust, honesty, alignment and transparency.

Talent Sourcing Specialist will be responsible for actively identifying, attracting, and engaging potential candidates. Collaborating with recruiters and hiring managers to understand staffing needs and develop effective sourcing strategies, using various methods like online platforms, social media, and CRM campaigns to build a strong talent pipeline. 

• Collaborate with recruiters and hiring managers to understand specific needs and requirements for open positions. 
• Identify and engage candidates by researching, identifying, and engaging both active and non-active potential candidates that match the criteria.
• Utilise various sourcing techniques including strategies like Boolean search, LinkedIn, social media, job boards, and campaign/events to attract talent. 
• Generate interest in our vacancies, build and maintain our CRM/talent pool
• Build and maintain talent pipelines by creating and managing a pool of potential candidates for current and future staffing needs. 
• Screen and assess candidates by reviewing CV’s/resumes, portfolios, and other relevant materials to identify qualified candidates
• Maintain accurate records by keeping track of candidate information and sourcing efforts in an applicant tracking system (ATS). 
• Provide insights and recommendations by sharing market trends, competitor analysis, and other relevant data to inform recruitment strategies
• Enhance employer branding by representing the company's culture and values to potential candidates. 

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• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent research and analytical abilities.
• Proficiency in using online sourcing tools and ATS.
• Knowledge of talent market trends and industry best practices.
• Ability to build strong relationships with candidates and internal stakeholders.
• A proactive and results-oriented approach to talent acquisition. 
• Demonstrable experience as a Talent Sourcer or similar role (preferably in a technical environment)
• Demonstrate affinity with candidate sourcing and recruitment techniques
• Familiarity with sourcing tools, HR systems (including an ATS) and candidate management systems
• Ability to effectively present both roles and our company to candidates
• Ability to quickly make decisions

This role has a starting salary of between £32,600 - £40,800 plus our flexible benefits package.

This is a 12 months fixed term contract.

We are open to this role being hybrid with time spent in our offices and time spent from home.  Some requirement for travel will be required both within the UK .

We pride ourselves in being a great place to work with a shared sense of purpose, offering impressive benefits: 

• A compressed nine-day fortnight and compressed hours - which means every other Friday off. 
• A personalised career development plan, alongside regular progress reviews - supporting and valuing your progression within the Company. 
• A flexible working environment where your contributions are recognized and rewarded with flexible benefits 

We believe in maintaining a diverse workplace - inclusive of beliefs, cultural background, job experiences, thoughts and ideas. If who we are and what we do resonates with you, we welcome you to join our inclusive team!

Our success is fuelled by our colleagues and the wide variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills they bring to the Company - learn more about our commitment to inclusion and diversity here

We are a Disability Confident Employer, as such we offer an interview to disabled people who meet the minimum criteria for the job.
Please email [email protected] if you would like your application to be considered under the DC Scheme. For more information on the Disability confident scheme in General Dynamics click here.

All successful/appointed applicants must be able to obtain a level of UK Security clearance that is appropriate for the role and undertake suitable Right to work checks