Candidate Sourcing & Outreach Specialist

BruntWork

2d•Remote

About The Position

Our client is seeking a Candidate Sourcing & Outreach Specialist to support talent operations across the United States and Germany. In this role, you will combine candidate sourcing from job descriptions with outbound calls to recently signed-up candidates, helping them understand how the company works and ensuring a consistent, professional candidate experience.

Requirements

25 years of experience in recruitment, talent sourcing, candidate outreach, talent operations, or a related sales or outbound role.
Experience supporting US-based startup candidate outreach or recruitment.
Strong spoken English communication skills for US-facing calls.
Experience using AI sourcing tools, recruiting platforms, ATS or CRM systems, dialers, or outreach tools.
Comfortable conducting frequent outbound calls and explaining a company or service clearly and professionally.
Strong organization and follow-through, with the ability to manage both backlog work and new daily tasks.
Able to work independently, follow priorities, and adapt in a fast-moving startup environment.
Strong attention to detail when documenting candidate conversations and updating records.
Reliable internet connection and suitable equipment for full-time remote calling and sourcing work.

Nice To Haves

Software, technology, startup, or technical recruiting experience.
Consultative communication style and the ability to build rapport quickly.
Experience explaining career opportunities, recruitment processes, or technology products.
Strong judgment when assessing candidate fit and readiness.
Comfortable receiving feedback and improving outreach scripts and workflows.

Responsibilities

Source and identify suitable candidates based on job descriptions and role requirements.
Use AI sourcing tools and other recruiting platforms to find candidates efficiently and at scale.
Review candidate profiles, assess initial fit, and prepare relevant profiles for internal review.
Call recently signed-up candidates and clearly explain the platform, process, and opportunities.
Confirm candidate interest, availability, preferences, and alignment with potential roles.
Manage an existing candidate backlog while processing new daily sign-ups.
Conduct timely follow-ups through the appropriate outreach channels.
Maintain accurate candidate records, activity notes, statuses, and next steps in CRM, ATS, or tracking systems.
Share feedback on candidate quality, outreach responses, and sourcing challenges.
Work closely with the team to improve sourcing quality, response rates, and candidate engagement.