Talent Sourcing Recruiter
ICON plc
Summary
ICON is a global healthcare intelligence and clinical research organisation united by a mission to bring new medicines and treatments to patients faster. We are currently seeking a Talent Sourcing Recruiter - Contract to join our diverse and dynamic team. As a Talent Sourcing Recruiter at ICON, you will focus on building strong talent pipelines for critical roles, proactively identifying and engaging candidates to support ICON's growth.
Job description
What You Will Be Doing
- Your favorite part of the recruitment process is to focus on sourcing and hunting for talent.
- Responsible for the successful sourcing of external candidates to support internal job requirements in the United States and Canada.
- Develop external networks through web-based portals.
- Fully utilize and maintain candidate databases and systems.
- Works with the Talent Acquisition Business Partner's to develop business and staffing requirements, recruitment strategies, and tactics.
- Networking through technical journals, publications, social media and the internet.
- Client mapping in order to network and build on an existing database.
- Continuously sources applicants for potential openings; maintain a pipeline of qualified individuals.
- Conducts screening interviews to identify qualified candidates.
- Provides meaningful feedback and recommendations on candidates to the Client Facing Recruiters.
- Identifies candidates for key positions, and develops the relationship required to effectively recruit for current or future positions.
- The Sourcing Recruiter will work in conjunction with Talent Acquisition Business Partner's to post open positions and publicize the role within social media forums, job boards, universities or other channels.
- Works with Talent Acquisition Business Partner's to engage with Hiring Managers to gain a better understanding of the recruiting needs.
Your Profile
- You are a Talent Scout and your favorite part of the recruitment process is sourcing and hunting for talent.
- Undergraduate degree with experience as a Sourcing Recruiter on a Talent Acquisition team or comparable experience.
- Demonstrates knowledge of roles within ICON and the ability to communicate these effectively with external candidates.
- Previous experience recruiting passive candidates in highly competitive markets in the United States and Canada required.
- Proven ability to identify suitable candidates and match them to open positions in the USA and Canada.
- Has knowledge of recruitment databases, applicant tracking systems and external job websites.
- Demonstrates the ability to screen external candidates effectively and provide interview notes.
- Experience in the clinical research, pharmaceutical or healthcare industry in a senior recruitment capacity is preferred.
Requirements
- Undergraduate degree
- Experience as a Sourcing Recruiter on a Talent Acquisition team or comparable experience
- Previous experience recruiting passive candidates in highly competitive markets in the United States and Canada
- Proven ability to identify suitable candidates and match them to open positions in the USA and Canada
- Knowledge of recruitment databases, applicant tracking systems and external job websites
- Ability to screen external candidates effectively and provide interview notes
- Experience in the clinical research, pharmaceutical or healthcare industry in a senior recruitment capacity is preferred
Benefits
- Competitive base salary
- Performance related incentives
- Medical, Dental & Vision
- Retirement and pension plans
- Life assurance and disability coverage
- Employee assistance programmes
- Wellbeing resources
- Learning and development opportunities
Company overview
ICON plc is a global leader in clinical research and healthcare intelligence, founded in Dublin, Ireland in 1990. As one of the world's largest contract research organizations (CROs), ICON provides comprehensive outsourced development services to pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and medical device companies worldwide. The company operates in 55 countries with approximately 41,900 employees, offering end-to-end solutions that span the entire product development lifecycle. ICON's service portfolio includes clinical research services, adaptive trials, biosimilars, commercialization and outcomes consulting, medical imaging, laboratory services, and strategic support for traditional and digital health technologies. The company specializes in therapeutic areas such as oncology, cardiovascular diseases, central nervous system disorders, rare diseases, and women's health. With its 2021 acquisition of PRA Health Sciences, ICON significantly expanded its capabilities and market position, becoming a dominant force in the global CRO industry. The company is publicly traded on NASDAQ under the ticker ICLR and reported $8.28 billion in revenue for 2024.