Campus Recruiter - Graduate Programs

Placements24; Benoni; Hybrid; ZAR 300,000 - 480,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance-based incentives

Hybrid work arrangement

Travel opportunities for campus visits

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 in Benoni, Gauteng, seeks a Campus Recruiter to attract graduates and interns from South African universities. The role blends on-site campus activity in Benoni with remote flexibility, focusing on building relationships with career services and student groups.

You will plan campus events, manage the end-to-end graduate recruitment process, and collaborate with hiring managers while utilizing ATS tools and social platforms.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years in recruitment, focused on campus or early talent.
• Experience planning and executing campus events, virtual and in-person.
• Excellent networking, communication, and presentation skills.
• Familiar with SA university systems and the graduate job market.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute campus recruitment strategy to attract graduates and interns.
• Build relationships with career services, faculty, and student groups.
• Plan and attend campus events, career fairs, and information sessions.
• Manage the recruitment process for graduate programs from application screening to offers.
• Collaborate with hiring managers to understand talent needs.
• Utilize recruitment technology and social platforms to engage students.
• Ensure a positive candidate experience and report metrics to management.
• Stay informed on graduate market trends and competitor activity.
• Contribute to employer branding initiatives targeting university students.

Skills

Networking

Communication

Presentation

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR/Business or related field

Tools

ATS

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a dynamic and growing technology firm, is seeking an enthusiastic Campus Recruiter to join their Human Resources team in Benoni, Gauteng. This role is integral to identifying and attracting top emerging talent from universities and tertiary institutions across South Africa for their graduate programs and internships. You will be responsible for building relationships with academic institutions, organizing campus recruitment events, and managing the selection process for high-potential graduates. This position operates on a hybrid model, requiring a balance of on-site presence in Benoni for key activities and flexibility for remote work. We are looking for a passionate individual with excellent networking skills and a keen eye for identifying future leaders in the tech industry.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a comprehensive campus recruitment strategy to attract high-calibre graduates and interns.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with career services departments, faculty, and student organizations at target universities.
• Plan, coordinate, and attend campus recruitment events, career fairs, and information sessions.
• Manage the entire recruitment process for graduate programs, from application screening and candidate assessment to interview coordination and offer extensions.
• Collaborate with hiring managers across various departments to understand their needs for emerging talent.
• Utilize recruitment technology and social media platforms to engage with students and promote career opportunities.
• Ensure a positive and engaging candidate experience throughout the campus recruitment cycle.
• Track recruitment metrics, analyze program effectiveness, and provide regular reports to senior management.
• Stay informed about graduate market trends and competitor campus recruitment activities.
• Contribute to the development of employer branding initiatives targeting university students.

Requirements

• A minimum of 2 years of experience in recruitment, with a specific focus on campus recruitment, graduate programs, or early talent acquisition.
• Proven experience in organizing and executing recruitment events, both virtual and in-person.
• Excellent networking, communication, and presentation skills.
• Familiarity with university systems and the graduate job market in South Africa.
• Experience using Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and other recruitment software.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
• A Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Marketing, or a related field is preferred.
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid model, balancing office-based responsibilities in Benoni, Gauteng with remote flexibility.
• Enthusiasm for engaging with young talent and promoting career development.
• A proactive and collaborative approach to team-based projects.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and potential performance-based incentives.
• Opportunity to shape the future talent pipeline for a leading technology company.
• Exposure to diverse university environments and emerging talent.
• Hybrid work arrangement for a better work-life balance.
• Professional development opportunities in talent acquisition and HR.
• Collaborative and innovative work culture.
• Travel opportunities for campus visits.