HR Specialist - Talent Acquisition

Placements24; Randburg; On-site; ZAR 350,000 - 520,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical aid

Performance bonuses

Professional development

Vibrant work culture

Paid time off

Healthy work-life balance

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a dedicated HR Specialist with a focus on Talent Acquisition to join our Randburg, Gauteng team. You will own the end-to-end recruitment process, source top talent through diverse channels, and partner with hiring managers to craft effective hiring plans.

The role requires 3+ years in TA, strong interviewing and communication skills, and proficiency with ATS and recruitment software.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in HR, Psychology, Business Admin, or related field.
• 3+ years in talent acquisition or recruitment; corporate environment preferred.
• Experience with ATS and recruitment software.

Responsibilities

• Manage full recruitment cycle from posting to offer negotiation.
• Develop sourcing strategies across channels (social media, job boards, networking).
• Partner with hiring managers to define job requirements and recruitment plans.
• Conduct candidate assessments and interviews for skills, experience, and culture fit.
• Maintain a positive candidate experience throughout the process.
• Update ATS with candidate information and progress.
• Build and maintain a pipeline of qualified candidates for current and future roles.
• Contribute to employer branding initiatives to attract top talent.
• Generate recruitment reports and analyze key metrics.

Skills

Interviewing

Candidate sourcing

ATS proficiency

Communication skills

MS Office

Talent acquisition

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR/PSY/BA

Tools

ATS software

Recruitment software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a dedicated and results-oriented HR Specialist with a focus on Talent Acquisition to join their thriving organization in Randburg, Gauteng. This exciting opportunity is perfect for an individual passionate about identifying, attracting, and securing top talent. You will be responsible for managing the end-to-end recruitment process, developing innovative sourcing strategies, and ensuring a seamless candidate experience. The role involves close collaboration with hiring managers to understand their needs and effectively fulfill their staffing requirements. Join us in Randburg, Gauteng and play a critical role in shaping the future workforce of our company by bringing in the best individuals to drive our success and growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the full recruitment cycle, from job posting and candidate sourcing to interviewing, screening, and offer negotiation.
• Develop and implement effective sourcing strategies to attract a diverse pool of qualified candidates using various channels, including social media, job boards, and networking.
• Partner with hiring managers to understand their team's needs, define job requirements, and develop effective recruitment plans.
• Conduct thorough candidate assessments and interviews to evaluate skills, experience, and cultural fit.
• Ensure a positive and engaging candidate experience throughout the recruitment process.
• Maintain and update the applicant tracking system (ATS) with candidate information and recruitment progress.
• Build and maintain a pipeline of qualified candidates for current and future job openings.
• Contribute to employer branding initiatives to enhance our client's reputation as an employer of choice in Randburg, Gauteng.
• Generate recruitment reports and analyze key metrics to identify areas for improvement.
• Stay abreast of current market trends and best practices in talent acquisition.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Psychology, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in talent acquisition or recruitment, preferably within a corporate environment.
• Demonstrated experience with applicant tracking systems (ATS) and recruitment software.
• Strong understanding of various sourcing techniques and recruitment methodologies.
• Excellent interviewing, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to build rapport with candidates and hiring managers.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Familiarity with the job market in Randburg, Gauteng is a plus.
• A proactive and results-driven approach to talent acquisition.

Benefits

• competitive salary commensurate with experience
• medical aid
• performance bonuses
• Professional development opportunities
• vibrant work culture
• paid time off
• healthy work-life balance