Graduate Recruiter

Outsourced CFO; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic talent acquisition company in Cape Town is seeking a motivated Recruiter to manage the recruitment lifecycle for trainee and junior roles. The successful candidate will engage with universities, promote openings, and ensure a positive candidate experience. Requirements include a diploma in a relevant field and 1-2 years of recruitment experience. This hybrid position offers a supportive environment focused on growth and success.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years in an active recruitment role required.
• Experience managing graduate, trainee, or junior-level recruitment.
• Strong communication skills essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage the end-to-end recruitment process for trainee and junior roles.
• Source candidates through various channels.
• Support trainee recruitment strategy and coordinate interviews.

Skills

Social confidence

Interpersonal skills

Initiative

Dependability

Attention to detail

Flexibility

Positive attitude

Organizational skills

Time management skills

Education

Diploma/certificate in relevant field

Job description

Outsourced CFO, is on the lookout for a driven Recruiter to join our dynamic Talent Acquisition Team! This role plays a key role in supporting the full recruitment lifecycle for trainee and junior-level roles, both internally and for client needs.

This includes sourcing, screening, coordinating interviews, and managing candidate communication to ensure a positive experience. The Recruiter works closely with the Talent & People Department to ensure smooth hiring processes, accurate reporting, and alignment with business needs.

Key Responsibilities;

Recruitment Coordination;

• Manage the end-to-end recruitment process for trainee and junior-level roles, including job posting, screening, interview scheduling, and feedback coordination.
• Ensure a strong candidate experience by maintaining timely communication and professional interactions throughout the process.

Sourcing and Advertising;

• Actively source candidates through job boards, social media, referrals, and university networks.
• Promote open roles and engage with suitable candidates to build a healthy pipeline of potential hires.
• Support with drafting and posting role descriptions in collaboration with the Talent team.

Trainee Attraction and Placement;

• Support the trainee recruitment strategy by identifying, engaging, and assessing top trainee talent.
• Coordinate interviews, assessments, and reference checks while maintaining structured feedback loops with hiring managers.
• Facilitate offer communications and ensure smooth onboarding for new hires.
• Candidate and Pipeline Management;
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date candidate information within the recruitment system.
• Track candidate progress through each stage of the process, ensuring a minimum of three top candidates are presented per role.
• Nurture relationships with high-potential candidates for future opportunities through follow-ups and communication campaigns.

Reporting and Collaboration;

• Provide weekly updates on recruitment progress, pipeline activity, and key metrics during team meetings.
• Collaborate with the Talent team to achieve quarterly recruitment goals and assist with ad hoc hiring projects as required.

Administrative Support;

• Manage all administrative aspects of recruitment, including job postings, interview scheduling, and candidate documentation.
• Maintain and update recruitment trackers and reports for review by the Talent Acquisition Specialist or Manager.
• Database and Record Management;
• Keep candidate and panelist profiles accurate and up-to-date within the system.
• Support in preparing CVs and profiles for client review.

Process Support;

• Assist in updating and maintaining recruitment playbooks, templates, and SOPs to support consistency and efficiency in recruitment practices.
• University and Trainee Events;
• Support the planning and coordination of trainee recruitment and university engagement events.
• Assist in building and maintaining strong relationships with universities and student organizations to promote OCFO’s trainee opportunities.
• Networking and Branding;
• Represent OCFO professionally at career fairs, online networking events, and social media engagements to attract quality junior talent.

Qualifications & Experience;

• A diploma/certificate in a relevant field, such as human resources, business administration or communication
• 1-2 years in an active recruitment role
• Experience managing graduate, trainee, or junior-level recruitment

Key Competencies;

• Social confidence and strong interpersonal skills
• Initiative and proactive approach
• Dependability and attention to detail
• Flexibility and adaptability in a fast-paced environment
• Optimism and a positive attitude under pressure
• Strong organizational and time management skills

Hybrid Position: Cape Town City Centre, Western Cape

Our OCFO values;

• Family first
• Integrity matters
• Switched on Thinking
• Excellence in everything
• Growth and success