HR Talent Acquisition Specialist

Placements24; Pretoria; Hybrid; ZAR 360,000 - 540,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance-based incentives

Healthcare coverage

Retirement plan

Professional development

Work in Pretoria

Job summary

Placements24 in Pretoria is seeking an HR Talent Acquisition Specialist to drive recruitment efforts and build a strong talent pipeline. You will manage the full lifecycle, sourcing strategies, and ensure a positive candidate experience to support growth in the capital city.

The role emphasizes sourcing top talent, collaborating with hiring managers, and delivering streamlined recruitment processes within a dynamic Pretoria-based environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in HR, Business Admin or related field.
• Minimum 4 years in talent acquisition or recruitment.
• Proven ability to source passive and active candidates across industries.
• Strong understanding of recruitment best practices and ATS.
• Excellent communication, negotiation and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute recruitment strategies to attract qualified candidates.
• Source candidates via job boards, social media, networking and referrals.
• Conduct screenings, interviews and assessments to evaluate fit.
• Manage offers, salary negotiations and background checks.
• Collaborate with hiring managers to understand staffing needs.

Skills

Candidate sourcing

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree (HR/BA)

Tools

ATS

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a motivated and results-oriented HR Talent Acquisition Specialist to drive their recruitment efforts in Pretoria . This role focuses on attracting, sourcing, and hiring top talent to meet the organization's strategic workforce needs. You will be responsible for managing the entire recruitment lifecycle, developing innovative sourcing strategies, and ensuring a positive candidate experience. This position is crucial for building a robust talent pipeline and supporting the company's growth objectives in the capital city of Pretoria .

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute effective recruitment strategies to attract qualified candidates for various roles.
• Source candidates through various channels, including job boards, social media, networking, and referrals.
• Conduct initial screenings, interviews, and assessments to evaluate candidate suitability.
• Manage the offer process, including salary negotiations and background checks.
• Collaborate with hiring managers to understand their staffing needs and provide recruitment updates.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in talent acquisition or recruitment.
• Proven ability to source passive and active candidates across different industries.
• Strong understanding of recruitment best practices and applicant tracking systems (ATS).
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.

Benefits

• Attractive salary with performance-based incentives.
• Comprehensive healthcare coverage and retirement plan.
• Opportunities to attend industry conferences and professional development.
• A dynamic and collaborative work environment in Pretoria .
• Generous paid time off and flexible work arrangements.