.We are seeking a talented Lead Talent Sourcer to join our Engineering Sourcing team in EMEA. This role goes beyond simple sourcing; you will be a key member delivering and advocating the transformation of our sourcing function. In addition, you will coach and mentor teams, drive the adoption of best practices, and build and engage key stakeholder relationships.At Microsoft, we believe in the power of our people to drive innovation and excellence. As a Lead Talent Sourcer, you will play a critical role in shaping the future of our company by identifying and engaging the best talent in the industry.Microsoft's Global Talent Acquisition team's purpose is to attract, engage, assess, and hire the best talent. We have built a centralized (although geographically disparate) team of exceptionally talented sourcers who have a passion for candidate attraction and engagement. Simply put, we have created a team who are 100% focused on driving the most efficient ways of finding talent.Join us and be part of a team that values collaboration, creativity, and continuous learning.Microsoft's mission is to empower every person and every organization on the planet to achieve more. As employees, we come together with a growth mindset, innovate to empower others, and collaborate to realize our shared goals. Each day we build on our values of respect, integrity, and accountability to create a culture of inclusion where everyone can thrive at work and beyond.Responsibilities:Leading sourcing strategies to identify and attract top talent.Collaborating with business leaders to understand their hiring needs and develop effective sourcing plans.Continually improve, drive, and advocate for the adoption of best practices in sourcing and recruitment.Mentoring and coaching a team of sourcers to achieve sourcing goals.Building and maintaining strong relationships with candidates and stakeholders.Utilizing various sourcing tools and techniques to identify potential candidates.Deep analysis and reporting on sourcing metrics to continuously improve processes.Drive a multi-channel sourcing approach, which includes direct sourcing, referrals, talent pooling, and recruitment marketing leveraging multiple tools and approaches to drive success.Qualifications:Required/Minimum Qualifications:Extensive talent acquisition experience (e.G., recruiting, sourcing), HR experience, or industry experience related to the role.OR Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources, Business, Liberal Arts, Computer Science, Engineering, or related field AND talent acquisition experience (e.G., recruiting, sourcing), HR experience, or industry experience related to the role.Additional or Preferred Qualifications:Proven experience in sourcing through a dedicated sourcer or recruiting role.Strong operational, project management, and resource planning capabilities.Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities