Technical Sourcer - Contract at Playstation

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Netherlands, Amsterdam

Why PlayStation?

PlayStation isn’t just the Best Place to Play — it’s also the Best Place to Work. Today, we’re recognized as a global leader in entertainment producing The PlayStation family of products and services including PlayStation®5, PlayStation®4, PlayStation®VR, PlayStation®Plus, acclaimed PlayStation software titles from PlayStation Studios, and more.

PlayStation also strives to create an inclusive environment that empowers employees and embraces diversity. We welcome and encourage everyone who has a passion and curiosity for innovation, technology, and play to explore our open positions and join our growing global team.

The PlayStation brand falls under Sony Interactive Entertainment, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Sony Corporation.

At Sony Interactive/PlayStation we are revolutionizing the gaming industry with cutting-edge technologies and innovative gameplay experiences to push the boundaries of play. We are looking for a passionate and dynamic Technical Sourcer with studio gaming experience to join our Talent Acquisition team. If you have a knack for finding hidden creative and technical gaming talent and thrive in a fast-paced, evolving environment, we want to hear from you! Note, this is a contract role that has flexibility in working style but requires in-office availability from time to time.

Key Responsibilities:

Source and identify passive talent within the gaming industry for studio roles using a variety of platforms including LinkedIn, open web sourcing platforms, and Google.
Build and maintain a strong pipeline of qualified candidates for various gaming studio roles.
Develop and implement innovative sourcing strategies to attract top-tier talent in the gaming industry.
Build and nurture talent pools to meet the current and future hiring needs of the organization.
Collaborate with recruiters and hiring managers to understand role requirements and effectively match candidates.
Adapt to changing recruitment processes and tools as we transform our practices.
Make informed decisions in a fast-paced, sometimes ambiguous environment.
Foster and maintain strong relationships with recruiters and candidates, ensuring a positive candidate experience.
Utilize strong communication skills, both written and verbal, to interact effectively with candidates and team members.

Qualifications:

You will only be considered if you have at least 2 years of experience in a technical studio sourcing role within the gaming industry.
You should have a minium of 5 years of combined talent acquisition experience in recruiting and sourcing.
Proven ability to source passive candidates through various platforms including LinkedIn, open web sourcing platforms, and Google.
Strong negotiation skills and ability to influence and advise hiring managers.
Ability to leverage market data and use data to make recommendations.
Strong understanding of the skills and qualifications needed for gaming studio roles.
Demonstrated experience in building and maintaining talent pools.
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, constantly evolving environment.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal; ability to develop rapport with recruiters and candidates.
Demonstrated ability to handle change and ambiguity with ease.
Strong decision-making skills and attention to detail.
Knows how to leverage culture to build excitement.
Has a strong commitment to inclusion.
Has a curious mindset.
Experience with Greenhouse or similar applicant tracking systems is a plus.

Why Join Us:

Be part of an innovative and forward-thinking company in the gaming industry.
Collaborate with a team of passionate professionals dedicated to creating exceptional gaming experiences.
Opportunity to shape and transform our talent acquisition practices.
Competitive pay.

Apply now if you are excited about this opportunity and meet the qualifications

About Sony Interactive Entertainment
Sony Interactive Entertainment pushes the boundaries of entertainment and innovation, starting from the launch of the original PlayStation in Japan in 1994. Today, we continue to deliver innovative and thrilling experiences to a global audience through our PlayStation line of products and services that include generation-defining hardware, pioneering network services, and award-winning games. Headquartered in San Mateo, California, with global functions in California, London, and Tokyo, and game development studios around the world as part of PlayStation Studios, we believe that the power of play is borderless. Sony Interactive Entertainment is a wholly owned subsidiary of Sony Group Corporation.

Equal Opportunity Statement:

Sony is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All persons will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender (including gender identity, gender expression and gender reassignment), race (including colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin), religion or belief, marital or civil partnership status, disability, age, sexual orientation, pregnancy or maternity, trade union membership or membership in any other legally protected category.

We strive to create an inclusive environment, empower employees and embrace diversity. We encourage everyone to respond.

PlayStation is a Fair Chance employer and qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records will be considered for employment.

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