Talent Acquisition Sourcing Specialist Job ID 227964 Posted 09-Jul-2025 Service line GWS Segment Role type Full-time Areas of Interest People/Human Resources Location(s) Birmingham - England - United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, Leeds - England - United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, London - England - United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland Job Purpose: As a Talent Acquisition Sourcing Specialist, you will be a key contributor to CBRE's talent acquisition efforts across Europe. You will be responsible for proactively sourcing and engaging top-tier candidates for a diverse range of roles, focusing heavily on Project Management and Construction professionals. This role demands a proactive approach, the ability to manage multiple roles simultaneously (10-20+ at any given time), and a deep understanding of European markets. You will report to a Talent Acquisition Lead and collaborate closely with Talent Acquisition Partners to ensure successful recruitment outcomes. **Key Responsibilities:** + Proactive Sourcing & Pipeline Development: + Proactively source and engage candidates across a wide range of roles within CBRE's European business lines, with a strong emphasis on Facilities Management and Construction expertise. + Build and maintain robust talent pipelines for current and future needs, leveraging a variety of sourcing strategies. + Conduct in-depth market research and talent mapping to identify and attract passive candidates across Europe. + Utilize advanced sourcing techniques, including but not limited to Boolean search, X-Ray search, and social media mining to identify, engage, and qualify candidates. **Candidate Engagement & Management:** + Provide a best-in-class candidate experience, ensuring consistent and timely communication throughout the hiring process, from initial contact to offer stage. + Act as the primary point of contact for candidates, providing feedback, addressing inquiries, and guiding them through the recruitment process. + Collaborate with Hiring Managers and TA Partners to understand job requirements and provide qualified candidate slates in a timely manner. + Support TA Partners with offer negotiations and contract initiation, ensuring a seamless onboarding experience. **Collaboration & Stakeholder Management:** + Work closely with TA Leads and Partners to understand job requirements, manage priorities, and ensure alignment with business needs. + Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, providing regular updates and proactively addressing their recruitment needs. + Collaborate with other members of the Talent Acquisition and People team to share best practices, identify opportunities for improvement, and contribute to overall team success. **Compliance & Reporting:** + Ensure all activities comply with GDPR, Data Protection, and CBRE policies. + Maintain accurate records within the Avature ATS and other reporting systems, providing regular updates on sourcing activity and pipeline development. + Support efforts to reduce reliance on external agencies and manage relationships with preferred recruitment partners. Employer Branding & Diversity: + Promote CBRE's employer brand initiatives to attract diverse talent. + Actively participate in the TA team, sharing best practices and promoting inclusive recruitment strategies. Required Skills and Experience: + Proven Experience: Minimum of 2 years of full-cycle recruitment experience, with a focus on sourcing. + European Market Expertise: Proven experience sourcing candidates across Europe is ESSENTIAL. + Industry Background: Strong preference for candidates with experience in Facilities Management, Construction, or related industries. + High-Volume Capability: Demonstrated ability to manage and prioritize a high volume of requisitions concurrently (10-20+). + Sourcing Mastery: Expertise in a variety of sourcing methods, including: + Advanced LinkedIn Recruiter proficiency is MANDATORY. + Job boards (e.g., Indeed, Glassdoor, etc.) + Database searches + Social Media Mining + Networking and community engagement + **ATS Experience:** Experience using Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS), Avature preferred. + **Communication & Interpersonal Skills** : Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to build rapport and influence others. + **Relationship Management:** Strong stakeholder and relationship management skills, with the ability to build and maintain effective relationships with candidates, hiring managers, and TA partners. + **Organizational Skills:** Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines. + **Data Driven:** Ability to utilize data and analytics to measure the effectiveness of sourcing strategies and improve outcomes. + **Adaptability:** Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, matrixed organization and adapt to changing priorities. + **Compliance:** Thorough understanding of European employment law and data protection regulations (e.g., GDPR). This is a fantastic opportunity to join a leading global real estate services firm and make a real impact on our talent acquisition efforts across Europe! _Disclaimer:_ _Please be advised that effective January 1, 2025, CBRE Project Management and Turner &Townsend were consolidated into a single global business entity. As a candidate applying for a position, you should be aware that while your initial employment may be with CBRE GWS you will subsequently transfer directly to Turner & Townsend at a date to be determined._ CBRE, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer (Women/Minorities/Persons with Disabilities/US Veterans)