Internal Recruitment Partner - Financial Services

Placements24; Bloemfontein; On-site; ZAR 360,000 - 560,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Medical aid

Retirement fund benefits

Career development opportunities

Generous annual leave

Employee assistance programs

On-site parking

Job summary

Placements24 in Welkom, Free State, South Africa, is seeking an Internal Recruitment Partner to manage end-to-end recruitment across entry to specialist financial roles. You will serve as a trusted advisor to hiring managers, delivering market insights and best practices to attract top talent.

The role emphasizes stakeholder collaboration, candidate experience, and a data-driven approach to building a robust talent pipeline within a leading financial services firm.

Qualifications

• 4+ years in recruitment, preferably internal recruitment in financial services.
• Experience with high-volume recruitment environments.
• Ability to advise hiring managers with market insights and best practices.
• Proficiency with ATS and recruitment technologies.
• Experience in financial services is advantageous.
• On-site role in Welkom, Free State preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage full recruitment lifecycle for a range of roles, including sourcing, screening, interviewing and offers.
• Partner with hiring managers to understand staffing needs and develop recruitment strategies.
• Develop proactive sourcing strategies to attract active and passive candidates.
• Conduct thorough interviews and assessments of candidates.
• Build and maintain a strong talent pipeline for critical roles.
• Ensure a positive candidate experience throughout the process.
• Maintain accurate ATS data and candidate records.
• Stay updated on industry trends, compensation benchmarks and best practices.
• Contribute to recruitment process improvements and policy development.
• Promote the employer brand to attract high-quality candidates.

Skills

Recruitment lifecycle

Stakeholder management

ATS proficiency

Interviewing skills

Communication

Teamwork

Regulatory awareness

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

ATS systems

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a prestigious and well-established financial services institution, is actively seeking a dedicated and experienced Internal Recruitment Partner to join their esteemed human resources department. This is an on-site role located in the heart of Welkom, Free State, ZA. You will be responsible for managing the end-to-end recruitment process for a diverse range of positions within the organization, from entry-level roles to specialist financial positions. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of the financial services industry, excellent stakeholder management skills, and a passion for connecting talent with opportunity. You will act as a key advisor to hiring managers, providing market insights and best practices to attract and secure top talent. This role offers a fantastic opportunity to grow your career within a supportive and dynamic environment, contributing directly to the success of a leading financial firm.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the full recruitment lifecycle for various roles, including sourcing, screening, interviewing, and offer negotiation.
• Partner closely with hiring managers and department heads to understand staffing needs and develop effective recruitment strategies.
• Develop creative and proactive sourcing strategies to attract both active and passive candidates.
• Conduct thorough interviews and assessments to evaluate candidate qualifications, skills, and cultural fit.
• Build and maintain a strong talent pipeline for critical and recurring roles within the financial services sector.
• Ensure a positive and efficient candidate experience throughout the recruitment process.
• Maintain accurate records of all recruitment activities and candidate data in the Applicant Tracking System (ATS).
• Stay updated on industry trends, compensation benchmarks, and recruitment best practices.
• Contribute to the development and improvement of recruitment processes and policies.
• Promote the company's employer brand to attract high-quality candidates.

Requirements

• Minimum of 4 years of experience in recruitment, preferably with internal recruitment experience within the financial services industry.
• Proven ability to manage high-volume and complex recruitment processes simultaneously.
• Strong understanding of financial markets, products, and regulatory requirements is a significant advantage.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills.
• Proficiency in using Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and other recruitment technologies.
• Demonstrated ability to build strong relationships with hiring managers and stakeholders.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• A Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field is preferred.
• Proximity to or willingness to work on-site in Welkom, Free State, ZA is essential.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package and potential for annual bonuses.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund benefits.
• Opportunities for continuous professional development and career advancement.
• A stable and secure working environment within a reputable financial institution.
• Generous annual leave allowance.
• Employee assistance programs and wellness initiatives.
• Access to internal training and development programs.
• On-site parking and convenient office location.