Sourcing Specialist

About BNP Paribas India Solutions:

Established in 2005, BNP Paribas India Solutions is a wholly owned subsidiary of BNP Paribas SA, European Union’s leading bank with an international reach. With delivery centers located in Bengaluru, Chennai and Mumbai, we are a 24x7 global delivery center. India Solutions services three business lines: Corporate and Institutional Banking, Investment Solutions and Retail Banking for BNP Paribas across the Group. Driving innovation and growth, we are harnessing the potential of over 10000 employees, to provide support and develop best-in-class solutions.

About BNP Paribas Group:

 BNP Paribas is the European Union’s leading bank and key player in international banking. It operates in 65 countries and has nearly 185,000 employees, including more than 145,000 in Europe. The Group has key positions in its three main fields of activity: Commercial, Personal Banking & Services for the Group’s commercial & personal banking and several specialised businesses including BNP Paribas Personal Finance and Arval; Investment & Protection Services for savings, investment, and protection solutions; and Corporate & Institutional Banking, focused on corporate and institutional clients. Based on its strong diversified and integrated model, the Group helps all its clients (individuals, community associations, entrepreneurs, SMEs, corporates and institutional clients) to realize their projects through solutions spanning financing, investment, savings and protection insurance. In Europe, BNP Paribas has four domestic markets: Belgium, France, Italy, and Luxembourg. The Group is rolling out its integrated commercial & personal banking model across several Mediterranean countries, Turkey, and Eastern Europe. As a key player in international banking, the Group has leading platforms and business lines in Europe, a strong presence in the Americas as well as a solid and fast-growing business in Asia-Pacific. BNP Paribas has implemented a Corporate Social Responsibility approach in all its activities, enabling it to contribute to the construction of a sustainable future, while ensuring the Group's performance and stability

Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

At BNP Paribas, we passionately embrace diversity and are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where all employees are valued, respected and can bring their authentic selves to work. We prohibit Discrimination and Harassment of any kind and our policies promote equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants, irrespective of, but not limited to their gender, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, ethnicity, race, colour, national origin, age, religion, social status, mental or physical disabilities, veteran status etc. As a global Bank, we truly believe that inclusion and diversity of our teams is key to our success in serving our clients and the communities we operate in.

About Business line/Function:

The Human Resources Department in BNP Paribas India Solutions is focused to:

·       Bring onboard the right Talent into the BNP Paribas India Solutions family

·       Continuously engage with our employees to promote BNP Paribas values

·       Ensure that reward and recognition reflect the principles of fairness and the values of BNP Paribas

·       Nurture and grow our Talent and develop our future leaders

Job Title:

Sourcing Specialist

Date:

11March

Department:

Human Resources

Location:

Chennai

Business Line / Function:

Recruitment 

Reports to:

(Direct)

AVP

Grade: 

(if applicable)

(Functional)

Number of Direct Reports:

Directorship / Registration:

NA

Position Purpose

A sourcing specialist plays a vital role in talent acquisition by proactively identifying, attracting, and engaging top talents to build strong pipeline for current and future hiring needs. They use advanced sourcing techniques, market research, and networking strategies to find qualified candidates, including passive talent, ensuring a steady flow of skilled professionals. By Collaborating with recruiters and hiring managers, they help streamline the hiring process, reduce time to fill, and enhance employer branding. Their efforts not only improve hiring efficiency but also strengthen the company's ability to secure the best talent in a competitive job market

Responsibilities

Direct Responsibilities

• Design and execute innovative sourcing strategies to attract candidates for large-scale hiring requirements.
• Work closely with Hiring managers to understand Job requirements, candidates profiles and business goals.
• Leverage multiple sourcing channels, including job boards, social media, employee referrals and external databases etc..
• Strong knowledge of Boolean search strings and advanced sourcing techniques
• Conduct initial screening to assess candidate qualifications, skills, and cultural fit.
• Build and maintain a robust pipeline to support ongoing and forecasted hiring needs.
• Proven ability to manage extensive recruitment efforts with efficiency.
• Ensure an active database of pre-qualified candidates is available to meet mass hiring demands at short notice.
• Meet or exceed defined key performance indicators.
• Ensure strict adherence to recruitment policies & process compliance.
•   Regularly track and report progress on hiring metrics, funnel conversion rates and SLA adherence.
• Use recruitment analytics to identify bottlenecks and improve the Recruitment Sourcing process

Technical & Behavioral Competencies

• Bachelor’s degree with 4 to 8 years of experience in Sourcing & bulk recruitment
• Strong verbal and written communication to engage effectively with candidates and Hiring managers.
• Ability to clearly articulate job requirements and provide feedback.
• Experience in conducting hiring drives, walk-in interviews and manage high volume recruitment campaigns.
• Proven ability to prioritize tasks and manage time effectively, especially under tight deadlines and demanding scenarios.
• Quick thinking and resourcefulness to address hiring challenges( eg – Niche skills, last minute requirements )
• Adaptability to adjust sourcing strategies based on hiring outcomes.
• Ability to maintain an engaging candidate experience throughout the recruitment lifecycle.
• Willingness to stay updated on the latest recruitment trends, tools, and techniques

Skills Referential

Behavioural Skills: (Please select up to 4 skills)

Ability to collaborate / Teamwork

Client focused

Ability to deliver / Results driven

Creativity & Innovation / Problem solving

Transversal Skills: (Please select up to 5 skills)

Analytical Ability

Ability to manage / facilitate a meeting, seminar, committee, training…

Ability to anticipate business / strategic evolution

Ability to manage a project

Ability to develop and leverage networks

Education Level: 

 Bachelor Degree or equivalent

Experience Level

At least 5 years