Talent Sourcer - 1 Year Temp

Who We Are

Applied Materials is the global leader in materials science and engineering solutions that are at the foundation of virtually every new semiconductor chip and advanced display in the world. The equipment that we create and service is essential to advancing AI and accelerating the commercialization of next-generation semiconductor chips. Join us and push the boundaries of materials science and engineering in a company at the foundation of the electronics industry. The work we do together advances the world’s technology. 

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You’ll benefit from a supportive work culture that encourages you to learn, develop, and grow your career as you take on challenges and drive innovative solutions for our customers. We empower our team to push the boundaries of what is possible—while learning every day in a supportive leading global company. Visit our Careers website to learn more. 

At Applied Materials, we care about the health and wellbeing of our employees. We’re committed to providing programs and support that encourage personal and professional growth and care for you at work, at home, or wherever you may go. Learn more about our benefits. 

About the Role

We are looking for a Talent Sourcer to join our Israel team in Rehovot on a one-year temporary role. You will build the candidate pipelines that our most challenging R&D and specialized semiconductor roles, while closely partnering with hiring managers, recruiters and cross-functional partners. You will have the freedom to shape and impact who and how we are hiring.

What You'll Do

• Build strong relationships and rapport with hiring managers, becoming a trusted partner who understands their teams, needs and technical context.

• Act as a proactive partner who keeps hiring managers moving

• Align with hiring managers and recruiters on role requirements, sourcing plans and timelines.

• Proactively source passive candidates for R&D and specialized semiconductor roles

• Map the Israeli talent market for critical and recurring roles, and identify target companies, universities and research groups.

• Use AI and generative AI tools in your daily work to source, research and engage talent faster

• Track sourcing metrics such as response rate, pipeline volume, conversion and source effectiveness, and use them to improve results.

Who You Are

• Curious and quick to learn: you enjoy diving deep into new technical domains and building enough understanding to source with credibility.

• Flexible and resilient: you adapt easily to changing priorities and environments, and handle rejection, setbacks and frustration constructively.

• Methodical and detail-oriented, while moving fast and keeping pipelines active.

• A relationship builder who earns trust with hiring managers, candidates and cross-functional partners.

• Someone who takes ownership of results and collaborates well within a team.

What You'll Need

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• Minimum 3 years of sourcing or recruiting experience in the Israeli market.

• Hands-on experience sourcing technical candidates through direct outreach, using LinkedIn Recruiter, Boolean search and other sourcing channels.

• Ability to understand technical profiles well enough to assess fit and speak credibly with engineers and researchers.

• AI fluency: practical, day-to-day experience using AI and generative AI tools in sourcing, and curiosity to keep learning new ones.

• Strong communication skills and good judgment in screening conversations.

• Comfort  with recruiting data and metrics.

• Strong organization and the ability to work independently in a fast-moving environment.

• Fluent Hebrew and English, written and spoken.

Significant Advantage

• In-house sourcing or recruiting experience in a corporate environment.

• Experience sourcing for R&D, software engineering or semiconductor roles.

• Experience with academic and research talent networks.

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Applied Materials is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law.