HR Specialist - Talent Acquisition

Placements24; Richards Bay; Remote; ZAR 360,000 - 600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work flexibility

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Professional growth and development

Generous leave allocation

Access to recruitment tools and tech

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a proactive HR Specialist focused on Talent Acquisition to join a remote-first team with occasional travel to Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal. You will lead full-cycle recruitment, build strong relationships with hiring managers, and enhance the employer brand across departments.

The ideal candidate has a proven track record in high-volume recruitment, sourcing strategies, and delivering exceptional candidate experiences in a remote environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• At least 4 years' experience in talent acquisition, with full-cycle recruitment.
• Proven success in sourcing and recruiting for diverse roles, including technical positions.
• Experience using ATS and recruitment technologies.
• Strong interviewing, negotiation, and candidate experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement innovative talent acquisition strategies to meet hiring needs.
• Manage end-to-end recruitment process from requisition to onboarding.
• Partner with hiring managers to define role specifications.
• Utilize sourcing channels to identify qualified candidates.
• Screen resumes, conduct initial interviews, and coordinate subsequent stages.
• Develop and maintain a strong talent pipeline for hard-to-fill roles.
• Enhance employer brand through compelling job postings and engagement.
• Ensure a positive candidate experience throughout the process.
• Track recruitment KPIs and provide regular reports.
• Stay informed about market trends and best practices in TA.

Skills

Talent acquisition

Full-cycle recruitment

Interviewing

Negotiation

Employer branding

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources

Tools

ATS (Applicant Tracking System)

HRIS

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a prominent player in the energy sector, is looking for a proactive and results-oriented HR Specialist focusing on Talent Acquisition to join their remote-first team. Based remotely, with occasional travel to Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal , this role will be responsible for developing and executing comprehensive talent acquisition strategies to attract, assess, and recruit top talent across various departments. You will manage the full recruitment lifecycle, build strong relationships with hiring managers, and enhance our client's employer brand. This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate recruiter to shape the future workforce of a growing organization. We seek an individual with a proven track record in high-volume recruitment and a deep understanding of sourcing strategies. The ideal candidate thrives in a dynamic, remote environment and is committed to delivering exceptional candidate experiences.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement innovative talent acquisition strategies to meet current and future hiring needs.


• Manage the end-to-end recruitment process, from job requisition to offer negotiation and onboarding.


• Partner closely with hiring managers to understand their staffing requirements and define role specifications.


• Utilize various sourcing channels, including job boards, social media, professional networks, and recruitment agencies, to identify qualified candidates.


• Screen resumes, conduct initial interviews, and coordinate further interview stages with hiring teams.


• Develop and maintain a strong talent pipeline for critical and hard-to-fill positions.


• Enhance the company's employer brand through compelling job postings and engagement on professional platforms.


• Ensure a positive and efficient candidate experience throughout the recruitment process.


• Track recruitment metrics and provide regular reports on key performance indicators (KPIs).


• Stay informed about market trends and best practices in talent acquisition.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.


• A minimum of 4 years of experience in talent acquisition, with a strong focus on full-cycle recruitment.


• Demonstrated success in sourcing and attracting candidates for diverse roles, including technical and specialized positions.


• Proficiency in using Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and other recruitment technologies.


• Excellent interviewing, assessment, and negotiation skills.


• Strong understanding of employer branding and candidate experience best practices.


• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport quickly.


• Self-motivated and able to work independently in a remote setting.


• Experience recruiting within the energy sector or similar industries is a plus.


• Knowledge of South African recruitment practices and legislation.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.


• Remote work flexibility.


• Contribution to medical aid and retirement fund.


• Opportunities for professional growth and development.


• Generous leave allocation.


• Access to cutting-edge recruitment tools and platforms.


• The chance to significantly impact talent acquisition strategies for a key industry player.