Executive Talent Researcher

As an Executive Talent Researcher at Underdog, your primary responsibilities include researching industry trends, overseeing talent sourcing strategies, creating detailed talent maps, and proactively engaging with potential candidates using platforms like LinkedIn. You’ll also maintain operational procedures for talent acquisition processes and develop a market intelligence database to enhance future recruitment efforts, ensuring the best talent is onboarded to support our dynamic team.

To be considered for the Executive Talent Researcher position at Underdog, candidates should have at least 3 years of experience in talent sourcing, operations, or market research. Strong organizational skills, high attention to detail, problem-solving abilities, and experience in designing and executing effective processes are essential to excel in this role and contribute meaningfully to our growth.

Underdog highly values work-life balance and offers initiatives such as unlimited PTO, allowing Executive Talent Researchers to take time off as needed. We understand the importance of flexibility, especially during busy seasons like NFL kickoff, ensuring our employees can recharge and maintain their well-being while doing what they love.

At Underdog, the company culture is centered around innovation, inclusivity, and engagement. As an Executive Talent Researcher working in a virtual-first environment, you’ll be part of a closely-knit team that prizes collaboration and creativity, allowing everyone to contribute ideas that can reshape the sports gaming industry.

The starting base salary range for the Executive Talent Researcher position at Underdog is between $110,000 and $180,000, depending on qualifications and experience. Additionally, candidates may receive equity and additional benefits, making this an attractive opportunity for professionals looking to grow and excel in a dynamic industry.

In your response, focus on specific strategies you've employed, including utilizing various sourcing tools and platforms. Highlight how you've successfully identified and engaged passive candidates, as well as any data or metrics that demonstrate your effectiveness in a competitive landscape.

Discuss your habits for information gathering, such as subscribing to relevant publications, attending webinars, and participating in industry networks. Emphasize how these practices help you refine your sourcing strategies and understand the talent landscape better.

Share your approach to project management, mentioning tools that help you stay organized, such as spreadsheets or project management software. Describe how you assess urgency and importance in your workload to ensure timely results.

Be prepared to discuss specific challenges you've encountered, such as a difficult-to-fill position or time constraints. Outline your problem-solving approach, any innovative strategies you implemented, and the overall outcome.

Discuss how you utilize data analytics to inform your sourcing strategies, including any tools you use for tracking metrics. Provide examples of how such data has improved your recruiting outcomes and decision-making processes.

Detail a particular project, outlining your specific contributions, the methods used, and the end results. Highlight what made the project successful, such as candidate quality or shortened time-to-hire.

Emphasize the importance of communication, responsiveness, and feedback during the sourcing process. Provide examples of how you've gone above and beyond to ensure candidates feel valued and informed.

Share your experience with various sourcing tools, ATS systems, and recruitment technologies you've used. Explain how these tools have enhanced your sourcing capabilities and improved overall efficiency.

Discuss the importance of communication and partnership with hiring managers. Describe how you assess their needs, gather feedback on candidate profiles, and refine your sourcing strategy accordingly to meet organizational goals.

Express your understanding of Underdog's unique value propositions, product innovations, and company culture. Let the interviewers know that you’re inspired by their mission and excited to be a part of their journey in redefining sports experiences.