HR Officer - Recruitment Specialist

Placements24; Polokwane; Hybrid; ZAR 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical benefits

Retirement benefits

Hybrid work model

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 in Polokwane is seeking a proactive HR Officer specialized in Recruitment to manage the full lifecycle—from needs analysis to offers—and to ensure a positive candidate experience. You will source, screen candidates, and guide onboarding in a hybrid role.

The ideal candidate has a related bachelor's degree and 2-4 years in recruitment, with proficiency in recruitment software and job boards, strong interviewing skills, and knowledge of SA employment laws.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Psychology, or a related discipline.
• 2-4 years of experience specifically in recruitment or talent acquisition.
• Proficiency in using recruitment software and job boards.
• Strong interviewing and assessment skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication abilities.
• Knowledge of employment laws related to recruitment in South Africa.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end recruitment processes for various positions within the organization.
• Develop and implement effective sourcing strategies to attract qualified candidates.
• Conduct initial screenings, interviews, and assessments to evaluate candidate suitability.
• Collaborate with hiring managers to understand their recruitment needs and specifications.
• Extend job offers and facilitate the onboarding process for new hires.
• Maintain the applicant tracking system (ATS) and ensure data accuracy.

Skills

Recruitment

ATS

Interviewing

Candidate experience

Networking

Employment law (SA)

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR or Psychology

Tools

LinkedIn Recruiter

Indeed

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a proactive and engaging HR Officer with a specialization in Recruitment to join their dynamic team in Polokwane. This role is integral to attracting and securing top talent to meet the organization's growing needs. You will manage the full recruitment lifecycle, from understanding hiring needs and sourcing candidates to managing the offer process and ensuring a positive candidate experience. The ideal candidate possesses excellent networking skills, a strong understanding of recruitment best practices, and a passion for connecting people with opportunities. This position offers a great opportunity to shape the talent landscape of the company in Polokwane.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end recruitment processes for various positions within the organization.
• Develop and implement effective sourcing strategies to attract qualified candidates.
• Conduct initial screenings, interviews, and assessments to evaluate candidate suitability.
• Collaborate with hiring managers to understand their recruitment needs and specifications.
• Extend job offers and facilitate the onboarding process for new hires.
• Maintain the applicant tracking system (ATS) and ensure data accuracy.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Psychology, or a related discipline.
• 2-4 years of experience specifically in recruitment or talent acquisition.
• Proficiency in using recruitment software and job boards.
• Strong interviewing and assessment skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication abilities.
• Knowledge of employment laws related to recruitment in South Africa.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance incentives.
• Comprehensive medical and retirement benefits.
• Opportunities for professional growth and specialization in Talent Acquisition.
• A supportive team environment in Polokwane.
• Hybrid work model providing flexibility.
• Exposure to diverse roles and business units within the company.