Technical Sourcer - AI & Talent Intelligence (6 Month FTC)

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McLaren Racing is seeking a Technical Sourcer for a 6 Month FTC to transform talent discovery with AI-augmented sourcing, onsite in Woking. Working with the Senior Manager, Talent Acquisition, you’ll own end-to-end sourcing, build diverse pipelines and lead AI, automation and talent intelligence into day-to-day workflows while collaborating with TA partners and hiring managers across commercial, business performance and technical functions. Essential: proven sourcing or TA experience, strong LinkedIn Recruiter and Boolean/X-ray skills, talent mapping, passive candidate engagement and stakeholder management; desirable: AI-driven tools, ATS/CRM, analytics. Offer includes hybrid working (3 days on site at the McLaren Technology Centre (MTC) and comprehensive benefits. Tips: tailor your CV to show AI-enabled outcomes, quantify pipeline impact, demonstrate collaboration, emphasize inclusive sourcing and your passion for AI in recruitment.

Purpose of the Role:

We are seeking a Technical Sourcer (6 Month FTC) to transform how we find and engage talent through modern, AI-augmented sourcing strategies. Working with the Senior Manager, Talent Acquisition, you will play a critical role in identifying exceptional people who will drive McLaren Racing’s success, while pioneering new, tech-enabled approaches to Talent Acquisition.

This role blends proactive sourcing and market engagement with the introduction of AI-led tools, automation, and talent intelligence. You will build stronger, more diverse talent pipelines and improve speed, efficiency, quality, and insight across hiring processes.

Role Dimensions:

• Specialist sourcing and talent intelligence role at the intersection of Talent Acquisition and technology innovation

• Works closely with Talent Acquisition Partners and hiring managers across commercial, business performance and technical functions

• Owns and executes sourcing strategies end-to-end

• Strong focus on passive candidate engagement and talent mapping

•  Supports the adoption and embedding of AI tools, automation and emerging sourcing technology within day to day sourcing and recruitment workflowsOperates in a fast-paced, high-performance environment requiring flexibility and collaboration

Principal Accountabilities:

Strategic Sourcing (AI-Enabled)
Develop and deliver proactive sourcing approaches aligned to agreed hiring strategies, using traditional and AI-enabled methods to expand reach, improve speed and enhance quality of hire

AI & Tool Innovation

Apply and optimise AI tools, automation workflows and sourcing platforms to enhance pipeline generation, ensuring responsible and compliant use. Provide feedback and recommendations to inform future tool selection and development

Talent Mapping & Market Intelligence
Conduct market research and talent mapping, translating insights into actionable intelligence and provide input to inform broader Talent Acquisition strategies

Passive Candidate Engagement
Design and deliver multi-channel outreach strategies to engage passive talent, combining automation with personalised communication

Pipeline Development & Talent Communities
Build and maintain high-quality, diverse talent pipelines and talent communities aligned to current and future hiring needs

Stakeholder Collaboration
Collaborate with Talent Acquisition Partners and hiring managers to inform role requirements, deliver against agreed sourcing plans, and provide data-driven insights to support decision making

Candidate Experience
Deliver a high-quality candidate experience through timely communication, balancing efficiency through technology with a personalised approach

Diversity & Inclusion
Broaden talent pools and reduce bias through inclusive sourcing strategies and responsible use of AI tools

Continuous Improvement
Identify practical opportunities to improve sourcing activity, workflows and tools; measure effectiveness and provide feedback to support the ongoing evolution of Talent Acquisition practices

Requirements

Knowledge, Skills and Experience:

Essential

• Proven expertise in talent sourcing, research or Talent Acquisition

• Strong experience using sourcing tools (LinkedIn Recruiter, Boolean/X-ray search, talent databases)

• Demonstrated success in engaging passive candidates and building pipelines

• Experience in talent mapping and market intelligence

• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills

• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

• Analytical mindset with ability to interpret sourcing data and insights

Desirable

• Experience applying AI-driven sourcing tools, automation platforms or talent CRMs to improve efficiency, engagement and hiring outcomes

• Familiarity with a variety of ATS and/or CRM platforms

• Exposure to recruitment analytics or advanced sourcing technologies

Personal Attributes: 

• Curious, innovative and forward-thinking, with a strong interest in AI and recruitment technology

• Proactive and self-driven, able to take ownership and work autonomously

• Comfortable challenging the status quo and driving change

• High attention to detail and commitment to quality

• Resilient and adaptable in a dynamic environment

• Strong relationship builder and collaborative team player

What can McLaren offer?

We constantly strive to be better tomorrow than we are today. Our ambition is to be the most pioneering and exhilarating racing team in the world, and our collective task is to set the standards for high performance in sport. We show up every day with energy and enthusiasm, ready to play our part.

We encourage and support diversity, equity and inclusion. We will actively promote a culture that values difference and eliminates discrimination in our workplace.

McLaren Racing is based at the iconic McLaren Technology Centre (MTC) near Woking. Here at McLaren, we offer hybrid working with 3 days a week based in the MTC.

Our state of the art, sustainable campus offers many facilities including a gym, restaurant and indoor and outdoor break-out areas, as well as direct access to park and common land. The MTC is connected to Woking mainline station via regular shuttle buses, from which London Waterloo is a 30 minute train ride.

We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including private healthcare, car schemes, life insurance and generous pension contributions.