Ilija Savic
Ilija Savic

Talent Sourcing Specialist

Actively looking · Member since 21 Apr 2026
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Location
Serbia
Desired salary
from 20 USD/hourly
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Full Time, Contract, Part Time
Experience level
Not set

About

Professional summary

I am a Talent Sourcing Specialist with over 2 years of experience in sourcing and more than 10 years in research, specializing in both tech and non-tech digital roles across global markets, with a particular focus on the EU and US regions. My expertise lies in advanced sourcing techniques such as Boolean and X-Ray search, competitor analysis, talent mapping, negotiation, and effective cross-team collaboration. I am passionate about leveraging AI and automation to optimize recruitment processes and improve talent acquisition outcomes.

Throughout my career, I have successfully sourced and engaged candidates for a variety of technical roles including software development, DevOps, cybersecurity, and program management, often working with security-cleared professionals for NATO contractor roles. I have built and maintained strong talent pipelines using ATS systems like TeamTailor and LinkedIn Recruiter, sourcing thousands of candidates and contributing to multiple successful hires.

I have a proven track record of conducting market and competitor research, growing internal databases, and developing intelligence systems that monitor industry trends and trigger events in real time. My work often involves creating tailored outreach messages and managing candidate pipelines under tight deadlines, ensuring alignment with stakeholder requirements and compliance standards.

In addition to sourcing, I have experience coordinating content operations with a focus on talent acquisition, managing freelance teams, tracking performance, handling financial data, and producing custom reports for stakeholders. I am skilled in using a variety of tools including Google Sheets, Microsoft Dynamics NAV, Pipedream, Airtable, and APIs such as OpenAI and Claude.

I hold a BASc in Environmental Protection Engineering and have completed multiple certifications in technical recruiting and talent sourcing. I am continuously developing AI-powered projects to enhance sourcing efficiency, including automated web scrapers, Boolean search generators, and customizable Chrome extensions to highlight sourcing-relevant keywords.

I am fluent in English and Serbian, with elementary proficiency in Spanish. I am committed to delivering high-quality sourcing solutions that meet the evolving needs of global recruitment markets and contribute to organizational success.

Skills

6 capabilities

Experience

Career history

Technical Sourcer WORK LIFE GROUP

Sourcing and engaging security cleared professionals for NATO contractor roles across all member states. Building and iterating Boolean search strings for LinkedIn Recruiter and Google X-Ray, targeting niche technical profiles across Software Development (Frontend, Backend, Full-stack), DevOps, Cyber Security, CIS, ERP (D365 F&O), GIS, and Programme Management. Assessing and scoring candidates against complex SOW requirements, managing candidate pipelines with tight submission deadlines, coordinating with prime contractors on clearance sponsorship eligibility, and developing tailored outreach messages.

Talent Sourcing Partner CLICKOUT MEDIA

Sourced and engaged passive candidates across global markets through X-Ray and Boolean search, LinkedIn, Upwork, GitHub, job boards, and industry-specific communities for Tech and non-tech roles. Built talent pipelines in ATS (TeamTailor) and LinkedIn Recruiter, sourcing over 2700 candidates for 30+ roles and successfully placing 8 hires. Grew internal competitor database by 30% by researching and mapping companies in iGaming, Crypto, Sports Betting, and FinTech verticals. Developed an end-to-end layoffs and M&A intelligence system using Inoreader and Pipedream for automation. Tested new sourcing tools like Juicebox AI.

Content Operations Coordinator (Talent Acquisition Focus) BETTER COLLECTIVE

Managed full-cycle recruitment for freelance collaborators supporting projects in iGaming and Sports betting verticals with SEO and content backgrounds via Upwork, LinkedIn, Boolean search, and niche talent pools. Filled 3 hard-to-fill SEO roles in the Thai market within 3 months. Built and maintained talent pipelines in ATS-style recruitment tracker in Google Sheets for SEO writers, editors, content managers, journalists, and content uploaders across APAC, African, US, and European markets. Assigned tasks to freelance teams, tracked performance, handled invoices, financial data in Microsoft Dynamics NAV, produced custom reports, and managed over 250 contracts and compliance files.

Database Product Researcher RAVENPACK INTERNATIONAL

Full-time freelance role conducting systematic tracking of new drug approvals, regulatory updates, clinical pipelines, licensing deals, and corporate acquisitions in the global pharma industry. Oversaw 3 researchers ensuring data quality and database maintenance. Designed and implemented SOPs improving workflow efficiency by 33% and data consistency. Assisted in sourcing freelancers during high-volume periods. Performed in-depth web research and structured data extraction from scientific, regulatory, and financial sources.

Freelancer (Research Gigs) UPWORK

Completed 30+ research gigs across various domains.

Education

Learning history

Akademija tehničko-vaspitačkih strukovnih studija Niš

Bachelor of Applied Science in Environmental Protection Engineering

SkillPanel

Certified Professional in Tech Recruiting

LinkedIn Learning

Certification in Technical Recruiting

LinkedIn Learning

Certification in Talent Sourcing

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