At TJX Europe, every day brings new opportunities for growth, exploration, and achievement. You’ll be part of our vibrant team that embraces diversity, fosters collaboration, and prioritises your development. Whether you’re working in our Distribution Centers, Corporate Offices, or Retail Stores—TK Maxx & Homesense, you’ll find abundant opportunities to learn, thrive, and make an impact. Come join our TJX team—a Fortune 100 company and the world’s leading off-price retailer.
Job Description:
DIRECT SOURCER TALENT ACQUISITION
ABOUT THE ROLE
We’re building a stronger Direct Sourcing capability within Talent Acquisition and are looking for a skilled Direct Sourcer to help us attract high‑quality talent for our in Watford.
This role is ideal for someone who loves the craft of sourcing—advanced search, market mapping, personalised outreach, building proactive pipelines and building Talent Communities. You will work closely with your Talent Acquisition partners to deliver high‑quality talent, provide market insight, and create an engaging candidate experience.
JOB SUMMARY
• Identify, engage and attract high‑calibre talent through proactive and creative sourcing methods.
• Build and maintain talent pools ensuring accuracy and “hire‑ready” quality.
• Drive best‑practice sourcing processes aligned to TA service standards and KPIs.
• Deliver excellent candidate experience through timely, clear and supportive communication.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Direct Sourcing & Attraction
• Translate hiring needs into targeted sourcing strategies.
• Use advanced sourcing techniques (LinkedIn Recruiter, social channels, Boolean search, networking, referrals, market research).
• Conduct market mapping and talent intelligence research to identify relevant talent pools.
• Create high‑impact, personalised outreach that reflects our employer brand.
• Build pipelines for recurring and hard‑to‑fill
Stakeholder Partnership
• Provide data‑led insights on talent availability, market trends, pipeline health and competitor activity.
• Advise recruiters on market conditions, candidate motivations and effective sourcing strategies.
• Partner with recruiters to move sourced candidates through the selection process smoothly.
Pipeline, Process & Data Excellence
• Maintain structured and efficient talent pools within Phenom CRM
• Track key sourcing metrics and channels (4:1 interview ratio)
• Improve and evolve sourcing playbooks, templates and best practices.
• Contribute to the team’s KPI performance, SLAs and service standards.
WHAT SUCCESS LOOKS LIKE
• Strong relationships built with TA partners
• Delivery of qualified shortlists for priority roles.
• Proactive pipelines consistently reduce reactive hiring.
• Improvements in speed‑to‑shortlist and candidate engagement.
• Recognised as a sourcing expert, shaping sourcing capability across the function.
KEY SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE
Essential:
• Proven experience as a Sourcer/Resourcer (in‑house, RPO or agency).
• Strong direct sourcing capability across Head office or Retail/Distribution
• Advanced sourcing techniques and search capability.
• Strong stakeholder management skills and the ability to influence.
• Highly organised, delivery‑focused and able to manage multiple roles.
• Excellent communication skills with strong attention to detail.
• Inquisitive, with the ability to understand business needs quickly.
Desirable:
• Experience contributing to or building direct sourcing processes, playbooks or capability.
• Comfortable using data to guide decision‑making.
• Experience sourcing across European or international markets.
TOOLS & WAYS OF WORKING
• LinkedIn Recruiter, sourcing platforms, ATS/CRM systems.
• Multi‑channel engagement including social platforms, referrals and networking.
WHY JOIN US
This role offers the opportunity to shape how we attract talent and to build meaningful, proactive pipelines using insight, creativity and genuine sourcing expertise. If you’re passionate about strategic sourcing and delivering exceptional candidate experiences, we’d love to hear from you.
Address:
73 Clarendon RoadLocation:
EUR Home Office Watford GBSkills Required
- Proven experience as a Sourcer/Resourcer (in-house, RPO or agency)
- Strong direct sourcing capability across Head Office or Retail/Distribution
- Advanced sourcing techniques and search capability (Boolean search, market mapping)
- Experience using LinkedIn Recruiter
- Experience with Phenom CRM or other ATS/CRM systems
- Strong stakeholder management skills and ability to influence
- Highly organised and delivery-focused, able to manage multiple roles
- Excellent communication skills with strong attention to detail
- Inquisitive, able to understand business needs quickly
- Experience contributing to or building direct sourcing processes, playbooks or capability
- Comfortable using data to guide decision-making
- Experience sourcing across European or international markets
The TJX Companies, Inc. Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage is portrayed as comprehensive for eligible associates, including medical, dental, vision, and broad well-being programs.
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) with company match and other retirement-related benefits are emphasized as part of the total rewards package.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Paid time off options, including vacation, sick time, and paid parental leave, are available and often described as a strong aspect of the offering.
The TJX Companies, Inc. Insights
What We Do
TJX is the leading off-price apparel and home fashions retailer in the U.S. and worldwide, with four global home offices, seven brands, nearly 4,700 stores in nine countries, and five distinctive branded e-commerce sites. As Associates, we make a difference with our contributions—collaborating in delighting shoppers with hidden treasures.
