Graduate Recruitment Coordinator

Placements24; Bloemfontein; Hybrid; ZAR 67,000 - 112,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Structured internship program withMent

Mentorship and career development

Hybrid work arrangement

Job summary

Placements24 in Welkom, Free State, is seeking a motivated Graduate Recruitment Coordinator to join their team. This entry-level role supports the recruitment team by coordinating interviews, maintaining candidate databases, assisting with campus engagement, and helping onboarding for graduate hires.

You will gain hands-on exposure to full-cycle recruitment in the mining and industrial sectors, work in a hybrid office-based setting, and receive mentorship and a structured internship program with

Qualifications

• Recent graduate with a degree in HR, Psychology, Business Admin, or related field.
• Strong organizational and time-management abilities with attention to detail.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Familiarity with Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) is a plus.
• Willingness to work in hybrid Welkom, Free State.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate graduate recruitment campaigns and talent sourcing.
• Schedule and manage candidate interviews, ensuring timely communication with applicants and hiring managers.
• Maintain candidate records in ATS.
• Prepare recruitment documents including offer letters and contracts.
• Support recruitment events, career fairs, and university outreach programs.
• Provide a positive candidate experience.
• Assist onboarding for graduate hires.
• Track recruitment metrics and generate reports.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Verbal communication

Written communication

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Psychology, Business Administration, or related field

Tools

MS Office

ATS familiarity

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a reputable recruitment consultancy situated in Welkom, Free State , is looking for an enthusiastic and organized Graduate Recruitment Coordinator to join their team. This is an exceptional entry-level opportunity for a motivated individual eager to kick-start a career in human resources and talent acquisition. You will be instrumental in supporting the recruitment team by managing various administrative and logistical tasks essential for our graduate recruitment programs. The role involves coordinating interviews, maintaining candidate databases, and assisting with campus engagement activities. This position offers a fantastic blend of in-office learning and remote flexibility, allowing you to gain invaluable experience within the heart of the Free State . We seek a proactive individual with excellent communication skills and a keen interest in developing expertise in recruitment processes and talent management within the mining and industrial sectors prevalent in the region.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the coordination of graduate recruitment campaigns and talent sourcing initiatives.
• Schedule and manage candidate interviews, ensuring timely communication with applicants and hiring managers.
• Maintain and update candidate records within the Applicant Tracking System (ATS).
• Prepare recruitment documentation, including offer letters and contracts.
• Support the organization of recruitment events, career fairs, and university outreach programs.
• Respond to candidate inquiries and provide a positive candidate experience.
• Assist with onboarding processes for successful graduate hires.
• Collaborate with the recruitment team to track recruitment metrics and generate reports.

Requirements

• Recent graduate with a degree in Human Resources, Psychology, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills, with meticulous attention to detail.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Familiarity with Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) is an advantage.
• Enthusiasm for recruitment and a desire to learn and grow within the HR field.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and also independently.
• Willingness to work in a hybrid model based in Welkom, Free State .

Benefits

• Structured internship or graduate program with mentorship.
• Exposure to full-cycle recruitment processes.
• Opportunities for professional development and potential full-time placement.
• Hybrid work arrangement for a balanced lifestyle.
• Contribution to a supportive and engaging team environment.
• Competitive stipend/salary for the internship period.