Sourcing Recruiter (Melbourne)

Description Amazon Web Services (AWS) Talent Acquisition team is seeking a talented, customer‑focused Sourcing Recruiter. This position is a 12‑month fixed‑term role. Transform talent acquisition at AWS by pioneering innovative sourcing strategies that connect exceptional professionals with exceptional opportunities. You'll be the catalyst for building world‑class teams across Australia, using strategic insights and relationship‑building skills to identify and engage top‑tier talent that will shape the future of cloud technology. Your day will be a dynamic blend of talent mapping, creative engagement, and collaborative relationship building. You'll dive into talent pools, craft compelling outreach strategies, and build meaningful connections with potential candidates across diverse technology roles. Our team thrives on collaboration, innovation, and a shared commitment to connecting remarkable individuals with transformative career opportunities. We believe in empowering each team member to drive meaningful impact and contribute to our collective success. Key Job Responsibilities
- Work closely with business to understand roles and responsibilities, and use that information to develop effective recruiting strategies.
- Build and maintain a network of potential candidates through proactive market research and ongoing relationship management, gauging candidates for cultural alignment and motivation.
- Ensure all sourcing channels are sufficiently utilized, including employee referrals, internal CRM, career portals, and job fairs.
- Be a subject‑matter expert on the talent market and offer ideas and strategies that will contribute to the long‑range talent landscape.
- Implement new processes and fine‑tune standard recruiting processes that fit within Amazon’s mission to deliver the highest quality results to the customer.
- Ensure data‑driven approaches in achieving recruitment operational excellence.
- Ensure the ongoing education of hiring managers and interviewers on recruitment best practice and interview skills training. Basic Qualifications
- 5+ years of technical recruiting experience or similar, in a fast‑paced environment.
- Experience managing and prioritizing multiple searches, projects, and stakeholder relationships.
- Creative sourcing capability with the ability to proactively network and establish active pipelines of external candidates.
- Exceptional communication, organizational, and negotiation skills, with a laser focus on delivering outstanding business results.
- A Bachelor’s degree or equivalent post‑secondary education. Preferred Qualifications
- A customer‑centric mindset and unwavering commitment to continuous improvement and cost‑effective recruiting solutions.
- Robust consulting and teamwork skills, thriving as both a team leader and collaborative member.
- Experience creating, measuring, and scaling workflows among candidates, hiring managers, and the recruiting team. Acknowledgement Of Country In the spirit of reconciliation Amazon acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respect to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples today. IDE Statement Amazon is an equal‑opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status. Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, visit for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner. Company Amazon Web Services Australia Pty Ltd Job ID: A #J-18808-Ljbffr Apply on Kit Job: kitjobau.com/job/3rudgq