Fully Remote Talent Acquisition Specialist

Placements24; Mossel Bay; Hybrid; ZAR 240,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote

Competitive salary

Professional development opportunities

Supportive virtual team

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Talent Acquisition Specialist to join its remote-first team. You will manage end-to-end recruitment for clients across multiple industries, sourcing, screening, and presenting top candidates.

The role emphasizes independence, strong communication, and the ability to work from home in a flexible, result-oriented environment. You will leverage ATS and LinkedIn Recruiter to build pipelines, collaborate with hiring managers, and stay ahead of recruitment trends.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience in talent acquisition or recruitment.
• Proficient with online recruitment tools and social media.
• Strong interviewing and assessment capabilities.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently in a remote setting.

Responsibilities

• Manage full-cycle recruitment for a variety of roles.
• Develop sourcing strategies to attract passive and active candidates.
• Conduct screening interviews and assessments.
• Build relationships with clients and understand hiring objectives.
• Use ATS and LinkedIn Recruiter to manage pipelines and candidates.
• Collaborate with hiring managers to refine job requirements.
• Track metrics and report progress, pipeline, and outcomes.
• Stay updated on recruitment trends and best practices.

Skills

Full-cycle recruitment

Sourcing

Interviewing

Communication

Remote work

Tools

ATS

LinkedIn Recruiter

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a forward-thinking recruitment consultancy, is expanding its operations and seeking a dedicated Talent Acquisition Specialist to join their fully remote team. This role is critical in sourcing and attracting top-tier talent across various industries for our diverse client base. As a remote-first organization, we embrace flexibility and empower our team members to excel from anywhere. You will be responsible for managing the entire recruitment process, from understanding client needs to identifying, engaging, and securing exceptional candidates. This is a unique opportunity to leverage your recruitment expertise in a dynamic, location-independent environment, contributing significantly to the success of our clients by finding their perfect hires. Embrace a role where your skills are paramount, and your work environment is defined by flexibility and efficiency, supporting a global talent pool from your home office.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage full-cycle recruitment processes for a variety of roles, ensuring a positive candidate experience from start to finish.
• Develop and implement innovative sourcing strategies to attract passive and active candidates across diverse industries and skill sets.
• Conduct thorough screening interviews and assessments to evaluate candidate qualifications, experience, and cultural fit.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, understanding their hiring objectives and providing expert recruitment counsel.
• Utilize a range of recruitment tools and technologies, including Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS), LinkedIn Recruiter, and other relevant platforms.
• Collaborate closely with hiring managers to define job requirements and optimize recruitment strategies.
• Track recruitment metrics and provide regular reports on progress, pipeline, and outcomes.
• Stay updated on recruitment best practices, market trends, and innovative talent acquisition techniques.

Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in talent acquisition or recruitment, with a proven ability to manage multiple requisitions simultaneously.
• Exceptional sourcing skills with proficiency in various online recruitment tools and social media platforms.
• Strong interviewing and assessment capabilities.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and meet deadlines in a remote work setting.
• Proficiency with ATS and HRIS systems.
• A proactive, results-oriented approach and a strong commitment to delivering high-quality service.
• Self-discipline and the ability to thrive in a remote-first, autonomous work environment.

Benefits

• This position offers the significant advantage of being fully remote, allowing you to work from any location.
• Our client provides a competitive salary, performance-based bonuses, and a supportive virtual team environment.
• You will have access to ongoing professional development opportunities and the chance to work with a diverse range of clients and industries.
• Enjoy the flexibility and autonomy that comes with a remote role, coupled with the opportunity to make a substantial impact on talent acquisition strategies.
• This role is ideal for individuals who value independence, efficiency, and a results-driven work culture, with the convenience of working from home.