Freelancer Mid-Senior Technical Sourcer (South Africa)

Location
Cape Town
Workplace
On-site

About this role

About BlueQuo

At BlueQuo, we’re building something big, a fast-growing company powered by people who love talent management, technology, and the growth world. We tackle challenges and make a real impact. We’re a 20-person startup with high energy, a collaborative mindset, and the ambition to do things right from the start.


We are looking for an experienced Mid-Senior Technical Sourcer for our client based in Cape Town, South Africa. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and has a strong track record of sourcing high-quality technical talent across multiple disciplines.
As a strategic partner to recruiters and hiring managers, you will play a critical role in building robust talent pipelines, engaging passive candidates, and driving innovative sourcing strategies to support business growth.

Key Responsibilities
  • Partner closely with recruiters and hiring managers to deeply understand technical hiring needs, team structures, and role requirements
  • Proactively source and engage passive candidates across platforms such as LinkedIn, GitHub, Stack Overflow, and niche communities
  • Design and execute advanced sourcing strategies using Boolean search, market mapping, and talent intelligence techniques
  • Build and maintain strong talent pipelines for critical and future technical roles
  • Conduct initial screening conversations to assess candidate fit, motivation, and alignment
  • Provide market insights, including talent availability, competitor activity, and salary benchmarks
  • Champion diversity sourcing initiatives and inclusive hiring practices
  • Track and report on sourcing metrics and pipeline health
  • Continuously refine sourcing processes and contribute to employer branding initiatives


Requirements

What We’re Looking For

  • 5–7 years of experience in technical sourcing or recruitment, preferably within tech or high-growth environments
  • Proven experience sourcing for a wide range of technical roles (e.g., Software Engineers, DevOps, Data Engineers, Product/Tech Specialists)
  • Strong expertise in Boolean search, LinkedIn Recruiter, and other sourcing tools
  • Demonstrated ability to engage and convert passive candidates
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
  • Ability to operate independently and manage multiple roles simultaneously
Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience working in international or distributed teams
  • Familiarity with the South African and global tech talent markets
  • Knowledge of technical stacks, programming languages, and modern development practices
  • Experience using recruitment analytics and data to drive decisions
  • Background in employer branding or talent marketing initiatives
Key Skills
  • Advanced sourcing and research techniques
  • Talent mapping and market intelligence
  • Relationship building and candidate engagement
  • Strategic thinking
  • Data analysis and reporting
  • Strong organizational and time management skills

Benefits

  • High-impact role in a fast-growing People Tech company.
  • Opportunity to shape and scale our growth strategy in international markets.
  • Dynamic and collaborative environment aligned with our values.


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Top Benefits

  • High-impact role in a fast-growing People Tech company
  • Opportunity to shape and scale growth strategy in international markets
  • Dynamic and collaborative environment