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 platforms.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to influence and engage talent.

• Highly organized, with the ability to manage multiple searches and priorities simultaneously.

• Familiarity with inclusive sourcing practices and DEI hiring strategies.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience sourcing for tech, sales, or executive-level roles.

• Strong attention to detail and analytical problem-solving skills.

• Knowledge of global talent acquisition trends, and sourcing and research innovations.

• Experience creating sourcing reports and developing insights to share with leaders.
   

Location
This is a hybrid role based out of our Los Angeles or New York City office.
 

Compensation
The annual base salary for this position is in the range of $172,000 – $206,000 in Los Angeles, CA. This position is also eligible for benefits and a discretionary bonus. Ultimately, the salary may vary based upon, but not limited to, relevant experience, time in the role, business sector, and geographic location, among other criteria. Please talk with a CAA Recruiter to learn more.

Creative Artists Agency, LLC (the “Company”) is committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity and will not discriminate on the basis of race (inclusive of traits historically associated with race, including hair texture and protective hairstyles), color, religion, creed, gender or sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical conditions), national origin, ancestry, age, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, family and medical care leave status, military or veteran status, marital status, family status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, political affiliation, an employee’s or their dependent’s reproductive health decision making (e.g., the decision to use or access a particular drug, device or medical service), or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

The absence of a permanent address is not a bar to employment. The Company does not discriminate against individuals based on housing status, including the absence of a fixed address.

The Company also complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and applicable state and local laws with regard to providing reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities.

CAA does not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters unless they were contractually engaged by CAA to provide candidates for a specified opening. Any such employment agency, person or entity that submits an unsolicited resume does so with the acknowledgement and agreement that CAA will have the right to hire that applicant at its discretion without any fee owed to the submitting employment agency, person or entity.