Lead Sourcing Recruiter (4050)

The SMX Talent Acquisition Team is seeking a highly motivated and skilled Lead Sourcing Recruiter to help drive our talent acquisition strategy and lead a team of sourcing specialists in identifying top-tier technical and professional talent. You would be joining a high performing team that continues to meet and exceed KPIs while providing best-in-class experiences to candidates, hiring managers, and clients.

If you are passionate about sourcing top talent, have a knack for leadership, and thrive in fast-paced technical environments, we would love to speak with you.

Key Responsibilities:

• Sourcing Strategy & Execution
• Develop and execute advanced sourcing strategies to identify qualified candidates for technical and non-technical roles in Digital Transformation, Cloud, Cybersecurity, Data & Analytics, Mission Operations & Intelligence, and Modeling, Simulation, & Training.
• Leverage Boolean search strings, social media, professional networks, and specialized databases to uncover passive talent.
• Maintain a robust pipeline of candidates for current and future needs.
• Team Leadership
• Lead, mentor, and manage a team of sourcing specialists, fostering a collaborative and high-performing environment.
• Provide training and support to team members on sourcing best practices, tools, and technologies.
• Monitor team performance, establish KPIs, and ensure goals are met or exceeded.
• Stakeholder Engagement
• Partner with recruiters, hiring managers, and leadership to understand talent needs and align sourcing efforts with business goals.
• Deliver exceptional customer service by providing regular updates, setting realistic expectations, and addressing concerns promptly.
• Technical Knowledge Development
• Quickly learn and understand basic technical terminology, job functions, and industry trends related to C6ISR, software development, and IT infrastructure.
• Collaborate with technical teams to refine job descriptions and candidate profiles.

What you’ll need

• Minimum of 8 years of experience in sourcing or full cycle with a focus on sourcing preferably in defense, tech, or a combination of both.
• At least 2 years’ experience leading a team.
• Proficient in advanced sourcing techniques, including Boolean searches, social media mining, and database utilization.
• Strong analytical skills to define, create, and measure TA&D activities, driving data-informed decisions.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and consulting skills, thriving in a collaborative team environment.

What’s great to have

• Experience: Recruiting up to a TS/SCI FSP clearance.
• Familiarity: With Intelligence, C6ISR, Space, Security, and Digital Transformation talent markets.
• Proposal Recruiting:  Experience recruiting for proposals and business development opportunities.

This position requires US citizenship for work under DOD contracts

Application deadline: January 24, 2025

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The SMX salary determination process takes into account a number of factors, including but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories, relevant prior work experience, specific skills, education and certifications. At SMX, one of our Core Values is to Invest in Our People so we offer a competitive mix of compensation, learning & development opportunities, and benefits. Some key components of our robust benefits include health insurance, paid leave, and retirement.

At SMX®, we are a team of technical and domain experts dedicated to enabling your mission. From priority national security initiatives for the DoD to highly assured and compliant solutions for healthcare, we understand that digital transformation is key to your future success.

We share your vision for the future and strive to accelerate your impact on the world. We bring both cutting edge technology and an expansive view of what’s possible to every engagement. Our delivery model and unique approaches harness our deep technical and domain knowledge, providing forward-looking insights and practical solutions to power secure mission acceleration.

SMX is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability status, protected veteran status, race, color, age, religion, national origin, citizenship, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy or genetic information.  SMX is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer including disability and veterans. 

Selected applicant may be subject to a background investigation and/or education verification.