Sourcer Candidate Outreach Message Templates

Try using one of our outreach templates to get started building out your passive candidate pipeline with Sourcer!

With active advertising, candidates are coming to you to prove why they would be the right fit for your job. With sourcing, passive candidates aren’t usually actively looking for a new job which makes it necessary for you to prove to them why your job is a better fit than their current one. You have to be able to grab their attention and pique their interest right away. 

Tips for initial outreach

• Include the job title in the subject line. This allows the candidate to immediately identify your email as relevant to them so that they’ll open your email.
• Craft a message that makes it clear you’re interested in them specifically, not mass emailing potential candidates. This doesn’t require a custom message for each candidate, but simply the use of language like “Your experience really stood out to me”.
• Include a link to the job description or include some highlights in your message.
• Give the candidate a reason to immediately consider the benefits of leaving their current job for yours. Mention benefits you offer, a competitive compensation range, remote work opportunities, and any key company accomplishments.

Templates

Template 1

Subject: The [Company Name] Team wants you for our [Job Title] role!

Hi [Candidate Name],

I came across your resume and your experience stood out to me as being perfect for the role we’re currently hiring for.

[Company Name] is a [add a short description of your company, what you do, where you’re located if relevant]. We’re looking to add a [Job Title] to the team.

[Add job description or a few bullet points about the job]

We offer [list a few benefits].

I’d love to connect to talk with your further about the role!

[Add your sign off and contact details]

Template 2

Subject: Hiring Now: [Job Title]

Hi [Candidate Name],

My name is [Your Name] and I’m recruiting for a [Job Title] at [Company Name]. I came across your profile and was impressed with your experience!

I would like to connect with you to talk more about the opportunity. We’re actively screening candidates so I’d love to schedule you for an interview as soon as possible.

I’ve included some information below about the role – let me know if you’re interested!

[Add information about the job and any benefits]

[Add your sign off and contact details]

Template 3

Subject: [Job Title] role at [short intro to your company – for example, leading healthcare provider]

Hi [Candidate Name],

I’m recruiting for a [Job Title] at [Company Name].

[Pitch your company – What you do and why they should be excited about it]

We’re looking for a [Job Title] to join the team and I came across your resume and was impressed with your experience.

A little bit about the role:

• Point 1
• Point 2
• Point 3

I would love to schedule a call to tell you more about us and the role! Let me know if you’re interested.

[Add your sign off and contact details]