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Candidate Sourcing & Outreach Specialist

Job Overview:

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.

Schedule: Monday - Friday, flexible schedule during Pacific Time business hours (coverage extending until 8:00 PM PT preferred); Full-time role, 8 hours a day

Note: Optional weekend coverage may be available by mutual agreement

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.

Requirements:

  • 2–5 years of experience in recruitment, talent sourcing, candidate outreach, talent operations, or a related sales or outbound role.
  • Experience supporting US-based 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.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • 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.

First 30-Day Priorities:

  • Reduce the existing candidate backlog while consistently processing new daily sign-ups.
  • Produce relevant candidate shortlists from job descriptions using efficient sourcing methods.
  • Complete candidate calls and follow-ups with clear, professional communication.
  • Accurately document candidate conversations, interest, availability, and next steps.
  • Establish a reliable, repeatable workflow that can scale with candidate volume.

Independent Contractor Perks:

  • Permanent work from home
  • Immediate hiring
  • Health Insurance Coverage for eligible locations

Note:

Please click the "Apply" button to complete your application, including the assessment questions, technical check, and voice recording. Your hourly pay rate will be established based on your performance in the application process; submissions with all requirements fulfilled will receive priority review.

Important Disclaimer:

BruntWork never charges fees for applying or any part of the hiring process—it is 100% free. If you are ever asked for payment, please stop and report it immediately to us through the ‘Contact Us’ form on our official BruntWork website.

Candidate Sourcing & Outreach Specialist

Job Category

Human Resources and Recruitment

Job Type

Full Time (35 hours or more per week)

Work Schedule and Timezone

8 hours, Flexible during business hours, Monday to Friday (PDT).

Published on

Aug 21 2026

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