Sourcing & Insights Leader, Sr. Manager

Job Description

Who We are
Creative Artists Agency (CAA) is the leading entertainment and sports agency, with global expertise in filmed and live entertainment, digital media, publishing, sponsorship sales and endorsements, media finance, consumer investing, fashion, trademark licensing, and philanthropy.  Distinguished by its culture of collaboration and exceptional client service, CAA’s diverse workforce identifies, innovates, and amplifies opportunities for the people and organizations that shape culture and inspire the world.  The trailblazer of the agency business, CAA was the first to build a sports business, create an investment bank, launch a venture fund, found technology start-up companies, establish a philanthropic arm, build a business in China, and form a brand marketing services division, among other innovations. Named Most Valuable Sports Agency by Forbes for eight consecutive years, CAA represents more than 2,000 of the world’s top athletes in football, baseball, basketball, hockey, soccer, in addition to coaches, on-air broadcasters, and sports personalities and works in the areas of broadcast rights, corporate marketing initiatives, social impact, and sports properties for sales and sponsorship opportunities. Founded in 1975, CAA is headquartered in Los Angeles, and has offices in New York, Nashville, Memphis, Chicago, Miami, London, Munich, Geneva, Stockholm, Shanghai, and Beijing, among other locations globally. 
 

The Role
We’re seeking a Sourcing & Insights Leader to join our Recruitment Strategy & Operations team. In this role, you’ll develop and execute global sourcing strategies, policies and processes aligned to business priorities and critical talent pipelines. You’ll proactively identify and engage top talent, build strong pipelines, and provide labor market insights that support strategic hiring.
Working closely with recruiters and hiring managers, you'll play a vital role in attracting high-caliber talent to CAA.
 

Responsibilities
 

Sourcing & Talent Engagement

• Establish a global sourcing strategy and operational framework aligned to broader Recruitment, HR and enterprise priorities and develop evaluation criteria for obtaining success.

• Identify and engage top talent using a variety of sourcing methods (e.g., AI tools, social media, niche platforms, direct outreach).

• Build and maintain strong pipelines for current and future hiring needs, including hard-to-fill and executive roles.

• Develop long-term relationships with passive candidates aligned to strategic talent needs.
   

Collaboration & Stakeholder Partnership

• Partner with recruiters and hiring managers to understand role requirements, team dynamics, and ideal candidate profiles.

• Align on sourcing strategies and ensure seamless handoff of qualified candidates to recruiters.

• Provide regular pipeline updates and market feedback to stakeholders.
   

Screening & Candidate Experience

• Conduct initial outreach and screening to assess candidate fit and interest.

• Promote the company’s employer brand and ensure a positive candidate experience.

• Share pre-qualified candidates with recruiters for next-stage evaluation.
   

Market Intelligence & Research

• Stay informed on industry trends, competitor talent strategies, and sourcing best practices.

• Conduct market mapping and research to identify key talent pools and optimize sourcing efforts.

• Deliver insights on labor markets, talent availability, and competitive landscape.
   

Systems & Reporting

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date candidate records in Workday ATS.

• Track sourcing activity and engagement for visibility, reporting, and continuous improvement.

• Track sourcing activity against metrics and make needed adjustments to sourcing strategy and methods.
   

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business, or related field preferred.

• 8+ years of sourcing and recruiting experience, including market mapping and executive-level sourcing.

• Proven experience developing and executing global sourcing strategies in large, matrixed environments.

• Skilled in using sourcing and labor market analysis tools (Draup, LinkedIn, GitHub, SeekOut, TalentNeuron, etc.) and ATS platforms.

• Knowledge of new sourcing technologies with an added emphasis on AI in sourcing processes.

• Strong research skills; able to creatively identify talent across plat