Talent Sourcer
Microsoft
Microsoft is hiring a Talent Sourcer to support our hiring in the Latin America region. We’re seeking a sourcing expert with a proven ability to design and execute effective strategies for diverse roles across multiple disciplines including mechanical and electrical engineering, software engineering, security, and data center operations.
In this role, you’ll source both individual contributor and leadership positions, partnering closely with engineering leaders to define ideal profiles, assess talent, and build pipelines that advance Microsoft’s mission. You’ll also conduct in-depth market research to understand complex candidate profiles and emerging talent communities, enabling proactive sourcing for highly competitive and niche roles.
Microsoft’s mission is to empower every person and every organization on the planet to achieve more. As employees we come together with a growth mindset, innovate to empower others, and collaborate to realize our shared goals. Each day we build on our values of respect, integrity, and accountability to create a culture of inclusion where everyone can thrive at work and beyond.
Responsibilities
Talent Sourcing and Prospect Attraction
Leverages knowledge of talent markets and candidate profiles, along with strong connections to talent pools and communities, to identify, engage, and develop prospects for immediate and future hiring needs.
Builds pipelines that deliver diverse and differentiated talent, sourcing from both traditional and non-traditional channels.
Sparks interest among passive, active, and potential candidates by sharing compelling business stories that highlight Microsoft’s unique career opportunities, advantages, and rewards.
Stakeholder Collaboration
Executes hiring plans within designated business groups, effectively balancing timelines, budgets, and scope to meet organizational goals.
Proactively analyzes market trends to identify current and future talent needs, sharing insights with stakeholders and partnering with leaders to create roles that attract desired talent.
Recommends diverse and alternative talent sources—including competitive, nontraditional, and previously overlooked candidates—to broaden the talent pool and strengthen business outcomes.
Data-Driven Decision Making and Market Analysis
Reviews data and market research to consult with business leaders, recommending and implementing hiring plans that align talent availability with business demand. Continuously analyzes data to enhance performance.
Qualifications
Required/Minimum Qualifications
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Bachelor's Degree AND 2+ years talent acquisition experience (e.g., recruiting, sourcing), HR experience, or industry experience related to role
OR equivalent experience.
Additional or Preferred Qualifications
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Bachelor's Degree AND 5+ years talent acquisition experience (e.g., recruiting, sourcing), HR experience, or industry experience related to role
OR Master's Degree AND 3+ years talent acquisition experience (e.g., recruiting, sourcing), HR experience, or industry experience related to role
OR equivalent experience.
2+ years of end-to-end technical sourcing experience in one of the following domains: software engineering, security and/or data center operations.
Proven expertise in strategic sourcing, market research, and pipeline development.
Proven experience operating and collaborating in a complex, matrixed company environment
This position will be open for a minimum of 5 days, with applications accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled.
Microsoft is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, citizenship, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, immigration status, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran or military status, race, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable local laws, regulations and ordinances. If you need assistance with religious accommodations and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application process, read more about requesting accommodations.