Global, inclusive and innovative - welcome to AMS, where talent connects across cultures and backgrounds to shape the future of work.
We work with leading organisations to design and deliver talent strategies that bring together people, process, data and technology, helping millions of people find meaningful work every year. Our diverse, connected community collaborates to create results for clients and opportunities for our people to learn, grow and make an impact.
At AMS, we look for people who bring more than experience, and we welcome different perspectives and ways of thinking.
Location: Belfast
Contract: 12-month fixed term contract
What if your skills mattered more than your job title?
Talent Sourcers play a key role in our clients’ success by partnering with Hiring Managers and Recruiters and developing effective, consultative, professional relationships with them. Through asking the right questions to ensure a detailed understanding of the client and each role, and by leveraging data, historic hiring trends, and market analysis, Talent Sourcers develop bespoke sourcing strategies and then use a range of tools and techniques to find the best talent in the market.
A Principal Sourcing Specialist is a true subject matter expert in recruitment and sourcing and will confidently partner with senior stakeholders to understand even the most complex hiring needs, developing sourcing strategies which focus on finding and engaging passive talent across specialist disciplines.
What you’ll do:
Strategic Talent Sourcing & Market Mapping
- Own proactive sourcing as the core focus across all roles
- Implement a multi-channel sourcing strategy, including:
- Direct applicants (job boards, ATS)
- Internal applicants (internal mobility)
- Proactive sourcing (primary focus)
- Conduct continuous market mapping for critical and niche skill sets
- Develop role-specific and skill-based talent pipelines
- Maintain warm candidate pools for faster turnaround
- Perform regular pipeline reviews and refresh strategies
- Leverage previous UK market experience to inform sourcing strategy and talent positioning
Passive Talent Engagement & Pipeline Excellence
- Identify and engage high-quality passive candidates using advanced sourcing techniques
- Build and maintain active and future-ready talent pipelines
- Proactively introduce qualified candidates to Hiring Managers even before roles close
- Use a true search methodology across platforms such as LinkedIn and other sourcing tools
- Measure and refine sourcing strategies using data, MI, and performance insights
Stakeholder Management & Advisory
- Act as a trusted adviser and thought partner to Hiring Managers and HR stakeholders
- Own and drive Hiring Manager (HM) briefing calls:
- Clarifying role requirements
- Set sourcing expectations and timelines
- Provide continuous updates on candidate quality, availability, and market insights
- Ensure alignment across all recruiters supporting shared roles
Candidate Engagement & Experience
- Deliver an exceptional candidate experience through strong communication and engagement
- Position opportunities effectively to attract and convert passive talent
- Conduct consultative candidate conversations to assess suitability and aspirations
- Maintain regular communication throughout the recruitment lifecycle
- Act as a brand ambassador for the client and AMS
Talent Pooling & Continuous Improvement
- Build and nurture long-term talent communities
- Maintain structured and high-quality talent pools
- Ensure data accuracy, compliance, and tracking across systems
- Regularly review pipeline health and improve conversion ratios
- Use insights and feedback to continuously refine sourcing strategies
Team Collaboration & Mentorship
- Support and mentor new joiners and junior team members
- Share best practices in sourcing, engagement, and stakeholder management
- Ensure a consistent sourcing and screening approach across recruiters
- Act as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) for sourcing strategies and tools
Must have
- Proven experience in proactive sourcing
- Strong expertise in engaging passive talent and building pipelines
- Experience in the Oil & Gas or Energy sector
- Strong ability to leverage professional networks for talent identification
- Demonstrated experience in managing multiple roles and priorities
- Strong stakeholder management and advisory skills
- Proven candidate engagement and talent pooling capabilities
Nice to have
- Experience working with Phenom and Workday
At AMS, we come from every walk of life - and that’s what makes us unique. Our culture is open, inclusive and built on trust. We empower our people with the flexibility and autonomy to work in ways that bring out their best. We offer career opportunities in every direction you want to explore.
We offer
- Growth and development focused on your strengths
- The opportunity to develop a career within one of the world’s leading organisations specialising in talent and workforce solutions.
- A team that values being Passionate, Bold, and Authentic
- Supportive communities such as our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs)
- Volunteer day - you get one additional paid day off each year to volunteer for a cause that matters to you
- A competitive reward and benefits package*
- Flexibility in how and where you work*
- Hybrid model
- Details may vary slightly depending on your location, local labour law, etc.
Our statement
We’re committed to creating an environment where everyone feels a sense of belonging. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and encourage people with diverse skills, perspectives, and experiences to apply. We do not discriminate based upon age, disability, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, or any other applicable legally protected characteristic.
If you require any accommodations or have any accessibility needs, please reach out via email [email protected] or make a member of our Talent Acquisition team aware at any time.
If you’re ready to bring your skills, curiosity, and passion, click Apply and let’s explore what we can achieve together!
