IT Recruitment Researcher

Boardroom Appointments; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in South Africa is looking for an IT Recruitment Researcher to identify and engage top IT talent. In this role, you will source candidates, conduct preliminary screenings, and collaborate with the recruitment team to meet client needs. Ideal candidates should hold a degree in Human Resources or Business, possess strong research skills, and have familiarity with various IT roles. This position offers a dynamic work environment focused on building long-term relationships with candidates.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or Business preferred.
• Experience in IT recruitment or sourcing preferred.
• Familiarity with various IT roles and technologies.

Responsibilities

• Utilize online platforms to identify and source IT candidates.
• Stay updated with industry trends for talent acquisition.
• Initiate contact and build relationships with candidates.
• Conduct preliminary interviews to assess qualifications.
• Maintain accurate candidate databases.
• Provide reports on candidate pipeline and sourcing efforts.
• Collaborate with recruitment team on client requirements.
• Attend industry events to expand network.

Skills

Strong research and sourcing skills

Excellent communication skills

Detail-oriented

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field

Tools

Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS)

LinkedIn

Job description

As an IT Recruitment Researcher you will play a pivotal role in identifying, sourcing, and engaging top IT talent to support our clients' staffing needs. You will work closely with our recruitment team to build a robust pipeline of IT professionals and ensure a steady stream of qualified candidates for our clients. Your research and sourcing skills will be instrumental in helping us match the right talent with the right opportunities.

Overview

As an IT Recruitment Researcher you will play a pivotal role in identifying, sourcing, and engaging top IT talent to support our clients\' staffing needs. You will work closely with our recruitment team to build a robust pipeline of IT professionals and ensure a steady stream of qualified candidates for our clients. Your research and sourcing skills will be instrumental in helping us match the right talent with the right opportunities.

Key Responsibilities

• Candidate Sourcing: Utilize various online platforms, databases, and tools to identify and source potential IT candidates.
• Market Research: Stay up-to-date with industry trends and labor market insights to inform talent acquisition strategies.
• Candidate Engagement: Initiate contact with potential candidates through emails, messages, and phone calls, and build and maintain relationships with them.
• Candidate Screening: Conduct preliminary interviews and assessments to evaluate candidates\' qualifications, skills, and cultural fit.
• Database Management: Maintain accurate and organized candidate databases, ensuring data integrity and compliance with privacy regulations.
• Reporting: Provide regular reports and updates on candidate pipeline status, sourcing efforts, and recruitment metrics.
• Collaboration: Work closely with the recruitment team to understand client requirements and collaborate on candidate submissions.
• Networking: Attend industry events, conferences, and meetups to expand your network and knowledge of the IT talent market.

Qualifications

• Bachelor\'s degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field (preferred).
• Proven experience in IT recruitment or sourcing (preferred).
• Familiarity with various IT roles, technologies, and skillsets.
• Strong research and sourcing skills, including the use of LinkedIn and other professional networks.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Detail-oriented with exceptional organizational abilities.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Proficiency in using recruitment tools and applicant tracking systems (ATS).
• Knowledge of relevant labor laws and regulations.