Who you are

• This role requires not only strong sourcing expertise but also the ability to influence, advise, and partner with business leaders on talent strategies
• You’re a fit for this role if you have a proven track record in recruiting, talent sourcing, or candidate research, and are naturally curious about people and their talents!
• We’re looking for a strategic Talent Sourcer who is highly organized, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and demonstrates advanced digital and social media fluency
• Prior professional experience in talent acquisition, in-house talent sourcing, or agency recruiting
• Knowledge of modern talent sourcing/recruitment marketing platforms, including ATS. Prior knowledge of Workday a plus
• Hands-on experience with AI-powered sourcing tools and technologies (e.g., AI-driven candidate matching, automated outreach, or generative AI for talent engagement)
• A background in sourcing and/or recruiting technology talent is preferred, but not required
• Strong stakeholder management and advisory skills
• Detail-oriented and highly motivated
• Ability to work in a high-volume, fast-paced sourcing environment
• Experience working with social media platforms
• Outstanding communication skills and a positive ‘can-do’ attitude
• Experience collaborating with and managing the priorities of multiple stakeholders across teams
• Nice to have: Experience sourcing across different countries and regions

What the job involves

• As a senior member of Mastercard’s Talent Discovery Team, you will play a pivotal role in building and engaging with pipelines of diverse talent to meet the hiring needs of Mastercard, while supporting multichannel talent outreach efforts
• Explore advanced AI and manual search techniques (i.e., Boolean search) to identify diverse talent that maps well to Mastercard’s current and future job openings
• Organize prospects into well-curated, relevant talent pipelines
• Screen and vet potential applicants and provide a best-in-class candidate experience
• Partner closely with Talent Acquisition and Recruitment Marketing team members to plan and execute ‘top of funnel’ outreach efforts that communicate Mastercard’s value proposition and promote current job openings
• Support talent nurture campaigns and events
• Augment Mastercard’s employer branding efforts through thoughtful social media engagement
• Act as a trusted business partner and advisor to senior hiring managers and stakeholders, providing market insights, competitive intelligence, and strategic sourcing recommendations
• Influence talent decisions through data-driven insights and advisory conversations
• Mentor and coach junior sourcers, sharing best practices and fostering a culture of continuous learning
• Drive innovation in sourcing strategies, leveraging AI tools and emerging technologies to improve efficiency and effectiveness
• Shape talent acquisition strategy by providing thought leadership on market trends, diversity sourcing, and competitive intelligence
• Represent Talent Discovery in cross-functional initiatives, ensuring alignment with Mastercard’s broader talent and business objectives

Benefits

• Gym membership
• Pension plan
• Share purchase options
• Extra holiday purchase optional
• 25 days holiday (excl. bank holidays)
• Work from home opportunities
• Health insurance