Talent Sourcing Specialist (F/M)Wärtsilä is an innovative technology company known for being a forerunner in the Marine and Energy markets. Every day, we – Wärtsilians – put our hearts and minds into turning Wärtsilä's purpose of enabling sustainable societies through innovation in technology and services into reality. Our ultimate aim is to provide increased value to both our customers and society. New, game‐changing ideas and continuous improvement have been part of our DNA since 1834. Together, we can create new business opportunities and a more sustainable future that we can all be proud of.
We want to transition the world toward a decarbonised and sustainable future. By pushing the boundaries of engineering and technology, we can make it work. We are always on the lookout for future‐oriented talent – want to join the ride?
We are looking for a Talent Sourcing Specialist to join our global team. The preferred location is either Gdansk or Gdynia in Poland, Budapest in Hungary or Madrid or Valencia in Spain .
We work in a hybrid model, and we hope to see you at the office a few days each week.
This position is offered as a temporary assignment until 31/12/2026.
Your role and responsibilities
As Talent Sourcing Specialist, your tasks will include:
Ownership of candidate attraction for all vacancies in defined countries/region, recommending cost‐effective techniques and in accordance with company policies, procedures, and processes
Supports Talent Acquisition Partner with relevant market intelligence on current external candidate market, benefits and working conditions to ensure Wärtsila can remain competitive in the market
Increase our connection with target talent pools to ensure Wärtsilä is seen as the company of choice for professionals wishing to grow their career
Align sourcing with Wärtsilä's Employee Value Proposition "Fuel Your Power" and support creation of specific employer branding messaging and communication plans for these
Delivering guidance and timely feedback and advice to ultimately unsuccessful candidates to support their career growth and increase our brand reputation as a caring employer
Utilise direct sourcing methods (LinkedIn & similar) to attract and engage with high‐quality candidates whilst ensuring a world‐class candidate experience
Support candidate interviews where necessary during various hiring stages including phone, first‐round and second‐round interviews
Create compelling job advertisements, post them, and promote our opportunities across relevant social media channels in alignment with our brand and Employee Value Proposition
Pre‐screen applicants to build qualified shortlists, coordinate interview scheduling, and ensure clear and timely communication with candidates throughout the entire recruitment process
Drive positive candidate experience by managing onboarding steps for candidates from offer to their first day
Develop effective working relationships with key recruitment agencies where required and make recommendations on supply base
Participate in piloting, testing, and scaling new ways of workings within your countries/region as required
Requirements for the position:
Demonstrated experience in talent sourcing, including candidate identification, initial screening, and conducting phone or video interviews.
Strong administrative capabilities, such as managing job postings, coordinating interviews, maintaining candidate records, and supporting recruitment processes.
Ability to work effectively in an international environment, collaborating with stakeholders and candidates across multiple countries and cultures.
Fluent in English; additional language skills are an advantage.
To be successful in this role we expect:
You'll take high pride in providing an outstanding candidate experience throughout the whole recruitment process.
You should be an active listener, able to understand and articulate the key career growth needs and concerns of your candidate.
Be skilled at articulating career priorities to the Wärtsilä opportunity to ensure we meet the career aspirations of personnel to increase longevity and retention.
Experience of engaging with applicants for functions across all levels.
The ability to manage multiple hiring cycles across multiple hiring managers with a high focus on administration and coordination activities.
Willingness & flexible to adopt to different time zones as the incumbent will be working for vacancies in the region.
Why you and us?You are valued - as your true self. At Wärtsilä YOU matter. We value diversity and are committed to supporting an inclusive work community.
Your growth is supported. We believe in continuous learning and teamwork. Wärtsilian community has your back when it comes to development opportunities, so you can develop beyond your potential.
You get to make a difference. Innovation and sustainability are important to us. Every day, we - Wärtsilians - put our hearts and minds into enabling sustainable societies through innovation in technology and services into reality.
Contact & next stepsPlease submit your application before the application deadline through our Careers portal. Applications through email will not be considered. After submitting your application, you will receive a confirmation email.
At Wärtsilä we value, respect and embrace all our differences, and are committed to diversity, inclusion and equal employment opportunities; everyone can be their true self and succeed based on their job-relevant merits and abilities.
Please note that according to Wärtsilä policy, voluntary consent for a security check may be required from candidates being considered for this position, depending on the applicable country.
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