Executive Talent Sourcer (Contract)

Job FamilyTalent AcquisitionAbout UsAt Transamerica, hard work, innovative thinking, and personal accountability are qualities we honor and reward. We understand the potential of leveraging the talents of a diverse workforce. We embrace an environment where employees enjoy a balance between their careers, families, communities, and personal interests. Ultimately, we appreciate the uniqueness of a company where talented professionals work collaboratively in a positive environment — one focused on helping people look forward and plan for the best life possible while providing tools and solutions that make it easier to get there.   Who We Are We believe everyone deserves to live their best life. More than a century ago, we were among the first financial services companies in America to serve everyday people from all walks of life. Today, we’re part of an international holding company, with millions of customers and thousands of employees worldwide. Our insurance, retirement, and investment solutions help people make the most of what’s important to them.We’re empowered by a vast agent network covering North America, with diversity to match. Together with our nonprofit research institute and foundation, we tune in, step up, and are a force for good — for our customers and the communities where we live, work, and play. United in our purpose, we help people create the financial freedom to live life on their terms.What We DoTransamerica is organized into three distinct businesses. These include 1) World Financial Group, including Transamerica Financial Advisors, 2) Protection Solutions and Savings & Investments, comprised of life insurance, annuities, employee benefits, retirement plans, and Transamerica Investment Solutions, and 3) Financial Assets, which includes legacy blocks of long term care, universal life, and variable and fixed annuities. These are supported by Transamerica Corporate, which includes Finance, People and Places, General Counsel, Risk, Internal Audit, Strategy and Development, and Corporate Affairs, which covers Communications, Brand, and Government and Policy Affairs.Transamerica employs nearly 7,000 people. It’s part of Aegon, an integrated, diversified, international financial services group servingapproximately 23.9 million customersworldwide.* For more information, visit transamerica.com. Job Description SummaryThe Executive Talent Sourcer is responsible for identifying, mapping, and engaging high-caliber executive and senior-level talent across corporate functions. This role partners with recruiters and business leaders to develop and execute sophisticated sourcing strategies, leveraging data-driven insights, advanced research methodologies, and market intelligence to build diverse, high-quality talent pipelines. The ideal candidate brings strong expertise in executive talent mapping and sourcing, with preferred exposure to the financial services or insurance sectors and demonstrates the ability to translate data into compelling talent narratives for senior stakeholdersJob Description Key ResponsibilitiesPartner with recruiters, hiring managers, and business leaders to develop and execute targeted talent sourcing strategies for executive and senior-level roles. Conduct proactive market mapping, talent research, and competitive intelligence across key corporate functions, including Finance, Risk, Audit, Brand, and Communications.Identify and engage passive executive talent using advanced sourcing techniques, including social platforms, Boolean search, Industry groups and associations, talent communities, and alternative channels.Build and maintain robust talent pipelines and succession maps aligned to current and future business needs. Analyze talent market trends, competitor landscapes, and pipeline metrics; develop data-driven insights and executive-level presentations to help inform hiring strategy. Help create and deliver search strategy documents, progress reports, and candidate market summaries with clear insights and recommendations. Conduct initial assessment of potential candidates against role requirements, including experience, capabilities, and leadership competencies. Track and manage candidate activity within systems, ensuring data integrity and reporting accuracy. Continuously innovate sourcing approaches, leveraging new tools, technologies, and market trends to enhance effectiveness and efficiency. Required QualificationsBachelor’s degree and/or a combination of education and equivalent experience. 3–5 years of experience in executive talent research, mapping, and sourcing.Demonstrated experience sourcing senior-level or executive candidates in complex, competitive talent markets.Strong expertise in advanced sourcing methodologies, including Boolean search, talent mapping, and passive candidate engagement.Proven ability to analyze data and deliver insights through clear, executive-level presentations.Experience partnering with stakeholders and managing multiple searches i