Talent Acquisition Sourcer

About the company

Pure is an innovation driven digital infrastructure organisation of industry leading experts in intelligent design, engineering, security, science, research, and sustainability. Headquartered in London (UK), with over 500MW of IT capacity live or under development, we develop and operate data centres for some of the world’s largest technology companies, across the UK, Europe, Middle East, and Asia.

Role Definition

We are seeking an experienced Talent Acquisition Sourcer with a background in construction, operations, engineering or the data centre industry. This role will focus on identifying, engaging and supporting the hiring of highly skilled technical and construction professionals across our data centre projects globally.

Working closely with the Talent Acquisition Manager, Hiring Managers and Project Teams, you will play a key role in building talent pipelines for hard to find roles in a competitive market.

Core Responsibilities

• Proactively source candidates for roles across data centre construction, operations and corporate functions
• Use a variety of sourcing methods including LinkedIn Recruiter, job boards, industry networks, referrals, and direct headhunting
• Build and maintain strong talent pipelines for current and future projects
• Conduct initial candidate screening calls to assess technical fit, experience and motivation
• Partner closely with hiring managers to understand role requirements, project timelines and workforce plans
• Manage candidate communications and provide a positive candidate experience throughout the recruitment process
• Maintain accurate records within the ATS and ensure compliance with recruitment processes
• Support market mapping and talent intelligence for key skill areas within the data centre sector

Skills

• Proven experience as a Sourcer or Talent Acquisition professional within:
• Construction
• Engineering
• Data Centres (strongly preferred)
• Strong understanding of technical and site based roles within data centre or large scale construction projects
• Experience sourcing passive candidates in highly competitive markets
• Confident communicator with the ability to engage technical professionals
• Highly organised with strong attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple roles and priorities in a fast paced environment

Note: The successful candidate will be required to complete pre-employment screening to BS7858:2019, or national equivalent. (Covers: Confirmation of identity, legal right to work, financial probity, criminal history and associations with proscribed organisations). It is the policy of Pure DC that all individuals have a responsibility for the security and protection of company’s Information and IT Resources over which they have control, according to their role.