Technical Sourcer

Summary

Join Olo, a leading SaaS platform for the restaurant industry, as a Technical Sourcer to contribute to the growth of their Engineering and Development teams in the UK. You will be responsible for proactively identifying and engaging top technical talent, building robust talent pipelines, and ensuring a positive candidate experience. This remote position involves collaborating with hiring managers, conducting outreach to passive candidates, and promoting Olo's brand within the UK tech community. You will also be responsible for scheduling interviews, managing candidate communication, and tracking sourcing effectiveness. This role offers the opportunity to work remotely within the UK and be contracted through Deel, an Employer of Record, providing access to private healthcare coverage and statutory benefits.

Requirements

• 2+ years of experience proactively sourcing technical talent, ideally within an in-house environment focused on the UK market
• Proven ability to build strong relationships with hiring managers and understand their talent needs
• Experience with various sourcing techniques, including social media recruiting, Boolean searching, and leveraging niche platforms relevant to the UK tech scene
• A solid understanding of technical roles and the ability to effectively communicate technical job requirements to potential candidates
• Proven ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities effectively in a fast-paced environment
• Familiarity with Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS), ideally Lever, and other relevant recruitment technologies
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to craft engaging outreach messages
• A strong drive for continuous learning and improvement in sourcing methodologies
• A good understanding of UK employment law and best practices related to recruitment
• Legally able to work in the UK

Responsibilities

• Employ creative sourcing strategies to identify and engage top technical talent for roles across Engineering and Development
• Collaborate closely with hiring managers and team leads to understand their specific technical requirements and build effective sourcing strategies
• Proactively source potential candidates on relevant UK-centric and international platforms
• Continuously build and maintain active talent pipelines for key technical roles within the UK
• Conduct initial outreach and engagement with passive candidates through personalised and compelling communications
• Partner with Olo’s Recruiters and hiring managers to provide insights on the UK technical talent market
• Actively strive to increase diversity within our talent pipelines through targeted sourcing and engagement with relevant UK diversity organisations in tech
• Track and maintain accurate and up-to-date candidate information within our Applicant Tracking System (ATS), Lever
• Stay informed about new technologies and trends within the UK tech landscape
• Use data and analytics to track sourcing effectiveness and identify areas for improvement in our strategies
• Schedule interviews (phone screens, video calls) between candidates and the hiring team in a timely and efficient manner, managing calendar availability across multiple stakeholders
• Coordinate candidate communication regarding interview logistics and provide necessary information, and ensure a positive and professional experience for candidates throughout the interview process

Benefits

• Private healthcare coverage
• Statutory benefits
• Pension programs