Candidate Development Specialist / Sourcing Specialist

When our values align, there's no limit to what we can achieve.
 
At Parexel, we all share the same goal - to improve the world's health. From clinical trials to regulatory, consulting, and market access, every clinical development solution we provide is underpinned by something special - a deep conviction in what we do.

Each of us, no matter what we do at Parexel, contributes to the development of a therapy that ultimately will benefit a patient. We take our work personally, we do it with empathy and we're committed to making a difference.

Job Description:

• The Candidate Development (Sourcing) Specialist responsible for candidate management and pipeline build-up of for various aligned requisitions through active candidate sources i.e. Job Boards/social media/ERP/Direct/ Head Hunting etc. The CDS works closely with Recruitment Manager define and implement recruiting strategies and to provide a qualified candidate pool that supports TA engagements. The role requires strong research acumen and critical thinking to provide a consistent high-quality pipeline of candidates.

• 2+ Years experience in sourcing capacity.

• Prior CRO/Pharma experience.

• Successful experience building relationships.

• Desire and ability to work with the team.

• Willingness to hold accountability for high levels of phone-based work and speak frequently with candidates.

• Excellent interpersonal and oral/written communication skills.

• Demonstrated proficiency in PC skills including the internet, the Microsoft Office Suite, and database applications.

• Fluent in English.
   

Key Accountabilities:

• Create target list to identify competitor and individuals within them develop candidate interest for available positions and client companies.

• Utilize networking opportunities such as local community groups or professional associations to identify referrals for qualified candidates.

• Provide results in a reportable format Identify user groups and professional associations which could lead to qualified candidates.

• Administrative tasks as needed.

• Active candidate management.

• Accurately disposition and phone screen qualified applicants.

• Maintain job boards and social media posts.

• Talent Community Development, Volume Communication (e.g., Recruitment drives, email campaigns) with support from TA Managers.
   

Job Qualifications:

• 2+ Years experience in sourcing capacity from CRO/Pharma is desirable and core IT functions is preferred.

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Computer Science, Information Systems, or closely related field of study.