Talent Acquisition Sourcing Specialist

Job Title: Talent Acquisition Sourcing Specialist

Job Location: Hyderabad, India

Job type: Contract for 1 year extendable (You will be part of the Sanofi Global Talent Services function working out of Sanofi Hyderabad office; the payroll shall be on 3rd party payroll for ease of management.)

About the job

This is an opportunity in our Global Talent Services function at Sanofi Hubs. Sanofi ‘Hubs’ are where our key strategic business operations are hosted providing centralised services across Global Medical, Finance, People, Procurement, Digital, R&D and more.

Our Vision: We deliver best-in-class enterprise solutions and be the catalyst for modernization and transformation, enabling Sanofi to chase the miracles of science. Hubs are synonym to GBS/GCC that is widely known in the industry.

Main Responsibilities:

As a Talent Acquisition Sourcing Specialist, you will play a critical role in identifying and attracting top-tier talent to meet our HUB hiring needs. Your primary responsibility will be to source and engage with potential candidates through various channels to build a robust pipeline of qualified candidates for our open positions. You will collaborate closely with TA Partners, TA Lead and hiring managers to understand talent requirements and develop effective sourcing strategies.

• Source and identify potential candidates through proactive and strategic sourcing methods, including but not limited to online sourcing, job portals, social media recruiting, networking, employee referrals, internal applications.
• Utilize various sourcing tools and techniques to build a diverse candidate pipeline for current and future hiring needs.
• Screen and assess candidates to evaluate their qualifications, skills, and cultural fit for specific roles.
• Engage with candidates to provide information about job opportunities, company culture, and career growth prospects.
• Partner with TA Partners and hiring managers to understand hiring need and refine sourcing strategies.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date candidate records in the applicant tracking system (ATS) and other recruitment databases.
• Provide regular updates on sourcing activities, candidate pipeline, and market trends to Talent Acquisition partner, Lead and stakeholders.
• Stay informed about industry best practices, emerging trends, and innovative sourcing techniques to continuously improve sourcing effectiveness.

About you

• Significant expertise in India Talent Acquisition Sourcing role (5+ yrs), with strong focus on local employment market dynamics, experience of same in GBS (Global Business Services) organizations will be an added advantage.
• Proven experience as a Talent Acquisition Sourcer or similar role, with a strong track record of successfully sourcing candidates for various positions.
• Proficiency in using sourcing tools and platforms such as LinkedIn Recruiter, Boolean search, job boards, and social media networks.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and build relationships with candidates for a better candidate hiring experience.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple sourcing projects simultaneously.
• Knowledge of recruitment metrics and analytics to track sourcing performance and optimize strategies.
• Familiarity with applicant tracking systems (ATS) and other recruitment software.
• Passion for talent acquisition and a proactive approach to sourcing top talent.
• Proficiency in spearheading Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DE&I) initiatives within the recruitment agenda.
• You are fluent in English
• You have a bachelor’s degree

Why choose us? 

• Bring the miracles of science to life alongside a supportive, future-focused team. 
• Be a part of a dynamic and collaborative global team, influencing and shaping recruitment and sourcing strategies across the organization. 
• Drive innovation and implement cutting-edge recruitment and sourcing technologies/ methodologies to attract top talent in a competitive market. 
• Make a real impact on Sanofi's mission by connecting the best talent with opportunities to improve people's lives.