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Recruiting Researcher

BPT Staffing
Los Angeles, CA Contractor
POSTED ON 4/28/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/27/2026

About the Role

We are seeking a Senior Recruiting Researcher to support hiring across the Communications organization. This role is focused on high-quality sourcing, talent mapping, and pipeline development for niche and competitive talent markets.

You will partner closely with recruiters and other researchers to identify, engage, and assess top-tier candidates across multiple corporate functions. This is a high-impact, execution-focused role requiring deep sourcing expertise, strong market research capabilities, and the ability to operate independently in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

Talent Sourcing & Pipeline Development

● Partner with recruiters and stakeholders to understand hiring needs and define sourcing strategies

● Build and maintain strong, diverse talent pipelines across functions such as communications, legal, marketing, and public policy

● Conduct proactive sourcing using Boolean search, LinkedIn, and alternative research techniques

● Identify and engage passive candidates in highly competitive talent markets

Candidate Engagement & Screening

● Conduct structured candidate assessments and screening conversations

● Evaluate candidate alignment based on role requirements and organizational needs

● Support high-volume sourcing pipelines where applicable

Market Research & Insights

● Perform deep market research to understand talent landscapes, competitor mapping, and emerging trends

● Provide insights to recruiters and stakeholders to inform hiring strategies

● Leverage both qualitative and quantitative data to track pipeline health and sourcing effectiveness

Collaboration & Execution

● Work closely with recruiting partners to drive alignment and execution across searches

● Maintain high standards of data integrity and tracking across systems

● Manage multiple searches and priorities simultaneously with minimal oversight

Required Skills & Experience

● 10 years of experience in Talent Acquisition, with strong focus on sourcing/research

● Proven success building pipelines across corporate functions (communications, legal, marketing, public policy, etc.)

● Advanced sourcing skills including Boolean search, LinkedIn Recruiter, and alternative sourcing strategies

● Strong candidate assessment and screening experience

● Ability to operate independently in a fast-paced, high-performance environment

● Excellent organizational and multitasking skills with strong attention to detail

● Strong communication and stakeholder management skills

● Data-driven mindset with experience using metrics to guide sourcing strategy

Preferred Skills

● Experience with Eightfold or similar talent intelligence platforms

● Experience supporting high-growth or fast-paced organizations

● Strong understanding of diversity sourcing strategies

● Experience working in media, entertainment, or tech environments

Salary : $77 - $90

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