About Us

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. https://www.weareams.com/

The Role

We're partnering with a leading global financial services organisation to hire an experienced AI & Data Talent Sourcer. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a highly collaborative global recruitment team focused on identifying and engaging top talent across Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Data Science and wider technology markets. Working closely with recruiters and hiring stakeholders, you'll play a key role in building talent pipelines for some of the most in-demand skillsets in the market. This is a strategic sourcing role with a strong focus on talent intelligence, market mapping and proactive headhunting rather than traditional advert-led recruitment. This is a 3-6 month FTC opportunity operating on a hybrid basis, with 1 day per week required in the AMS Belfast office. You will also be supporting US hiring and will be required to work US hours shifts.

Key Accountabilities

What you’ll be doing:

• Build and maintain talent pipelines across AI, Machine Learning, Data Science and related technology disciplines.
• Identify, engage and attract passive talent through targeted sourcing strategies.
• Conduct detailed market mapping and competitor analysis to provide insight into talent availability and market trends.
• Leverage LinkedIn Recruiter, Boolean search techniques and other sourcing tools to uncover hard-to-find talent.
• Partner closely with recruiters and hiring managers to understand hiring priorities and build effective sourcing plans.
• Act as a trusted advisor, providing market intelligence and challenging thinking where appropriate.
• Deliver high-quality candidate shortlists for specialist and niche technology roles.
• Maintain accurate candidate records and talent pipeline data.
• Build strong relationships with stakeholders across a global recruitment function.
• Support strategic hiring initiatives within the rapidly evolving AI and Data landscape.

Skills & Requirements

Must haves:

• Proven experience in technical sourcing or talent research.
• Strong experience sourcing talent within AI, Machine Learning, Data Science, Analytics or broader technology markets.
• Advanced LinkedIn Recruiter and Boolean search capability.
• Experience conducting market mapping, talent intelligence and competitor research.
• Demonstrated success engaging passive candidates in highly competitive talent markets.
• Strong stakeholder management and relationship-building skills.
• Confident communicating with senior and executive-level candidates.
• Naturally proactive with a talent for uncovering and engaging hard-to-reach talent.
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.

Nice to haves:

• Agency recruitment or agency sourcing experience.
• Experience supporting large-scale technology hiring programmes.
• Exposure to financial services, investment banking or corporate technology environments.
• Experience working in fast-paced, consultative talent acquisition teams.

Why AMS?

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.

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 Talent@weareams.com or make a member of our Talent Acquisition team aware at any time.

Interested? Submit your application today to join our growing network of Talent Sourcing professionals. We look forward to learning more about you and exploring future opportunities together.