Senior Talent Sourcer - Go-To-Market Organization

Overview

Join Microsoft’s Global Talent Acquisition team as a Talent Sourcer for our Go-To-Market organization and play a pivotal role in shaping how we attract top talent. In this strategic position, you’ll partner closely with hiring managers to influence decisions through actionable insights, market intelligence, and data-driven strategies. Your expertise will help design and execute innovative sourcing approaches that build talented and diverse pipelines for both immediate and future hiring needs.

As a Talent Sourcer, you’ll leverage deep knowledge of talent markets, emerging communities, and complex candidate profiles to source for competitive, niche roles. This role emphasizes market mapping, relationship building, and proactive engagement—going beyond filling positions to creating long-term connections. If you have expert consultation skills, a passion for data-driven strategy, and the ability to deliver differentiated talent acquisition solutions, this is your opportunity to make an impact.

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

• Develops multi-channel sourcing strategies to attract differentiated talent in emerging roles or highly competitive talent pools.
• Builds and nurtures relationships with new talent pools and communities to support long-term business needs.
• Creates and presents market intelligence reports to inform sourcing strategies and hiring plans.
• Leverages advanced tools, platforms, and assessment frameworks to identify and qualify candidates.
  
  

Market Analysis & Channel Insights

• Synthesizes and interprets external market data to provide insights on talent availability, competitor trends, and diversity gaps.
• Advises business leaders on sourcing strategies using data-driven insights and channel analytics.
  
  

Candidate Attraction

• Crafts compelling narratives about Microsoft’s unique career opportunities, advantages, and rewards.
• Engages passive and active candidates through storytelling, networking, and community outreach.
• Shares sourcing best practices and innovative techniques with peers to elevate team capability.
  
  

Candidate Assessment & Screening

• Executes initial screening to validate candidate qualifications, relocation considerations, immigration status, and compensation alignment.
• Applies standardized assessment frameworks to ensure consistency and quality in candidate evaluation.
  
  

Stakeholder Engagement

• Consults hiring managers on talent needs and pushes for acceptance of nontraditional and diverse talent pools.
• Uses data to influence hiring decisions and align sourcing strategies with business priorities.
• Partners with stakeholders to anticipate future talent needs and proactively build pipelines.
  
  

Workforce Analysis

• Assesses talent gaps within assigned business groups and provides actionable insights to inform hiring plans.
• Aligns sourcing strategies with short-term and near-term business objectives (2–6 months) while supporting long-term goals.
  
  

Candidate Experience

• Ensures a positive candidate experience during sourcing and screening phases.
• Identifies potential friction points early and partners with hiring teams to mitigate risks.
  
  

Operational Compliance & Excellence

• Maintains accurate candidate documentation in compliance with regulatory standards (e.g., OFCCP, GDPR).
• Educates stakeholders on sourcing policies, systems, and processes; identifies opportunities for optimization.
  
  

Data Analysis & Insights

• Analyzes sourcing metrics and hiring trends to refine strategies and improve pipeline health.
• Converts data into actionable recommendations for business planning and talent acquisition initiatives.
  
  

Capabilities & Skills

• Data Analysis & Systems Thinking: Ability to interpret complex data and apply insights to sourcing strategies.
• Market Knowledge: Deep understanding of industry trends, talent markets, and regulatory standards.
• Influencing & Networking: Builds strategic relationships and advocates for innovative sourcing approaches.
• Problem Solving & Decision Making: Operates effectively in fast-paced environments with sound judgment.
• General HR Knowledge: Familiarity with compensation structures, compliance, and onboarding processes.
  
  

Other

• Embody our culture and values
  
  

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree AND 4+ years of talent acquisition experience (e.g., sourcing, recruiting)
• OR equivalent experience.
  

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree AND 8+ years of talent acquisition experience

• OR Master’s Degree AND 6+ years experience.
• LinkedIn Recruiter Certification or equivalent sourcing certifications.
• Experience sourcing for Latin America region or global markets.
• Proven expertise in strategic sourcing, market research, and pipeline development.
  
  

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.