IT Talent Acquisition Specialist

ATS Client; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 350,000 - 550,000; Full time

Job summary

ATS Client is seeking an IT Talent Acquisition Specialist to recruit top IT talent locally in South Africa and internationally. The role requires managing the entire recruitment lifecycle, from posting roles to onboarding new hires, with a focus on building a strong candidate experience.

The ideal candidate will have 3–5 years in IT recruitment, deep knowledge of IT roles, and the ability to source through multiple channels.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3–5 years of IT recruitment experience.
• Experience recruiting for both local South African and international markets.
• Proven track record of sourcing and hiring for diverse IT roles.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement innovative sourcing strategies to attract IT talent locally and globally.
• Manage the full recruitment lifecycle from posting to onboarding.
• Ensure a positive candidate experience with timely communication and feedback.
• Promote employer branding through events, job fairs, and networking.

Skills

IT recruitment

Sourcing strategies

End-to-end recruitment

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Tools

LinkedIn Recruiter

ATS platforms

Job description

About the job IT Talent Acquisition Specialist

We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Talent Acquisition Specialist to join our team, focusing on recruiting top IT talent both locally in South Africa and globally. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of the IT landscape, proven experience in sourcing and hiring for various IT roles, and the ability to manage the end-to-end recruitment process. This role requires excellent communication skills, a proactive approach to talent sourcing, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

Talent Sourcing and Recruitment

• Develop and execute innovative sourcing strategies to attract top IT talent locally and internationally.
• Utilize various channels including job boards, social media, professional networks, and direct sourcing to identify and engage potential candidates.
• Manage the entire recruitment process from job posting to candidate onboarding.

Candidate Experience

• Ensure a positive candidate experience through timely communication and feedback.
• Coordinate and schedule interviews, assessments, and follow-up activities.

Employer Branding

• Promote the company's employer brand to attract high-quality candidates.
• Participate in industry events, job fairs, and networking opportunities to enhance the company's presence in the IT talent market.

Experience

• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in IT recruitment, preferably with a focus on both local and international markets.
• Proven track record of successfully sourcing and hiring for various IT roles, including software developers, system administrators, network engineers, and cloud specialists.

Skills

• Strong knowledge of IT terminologies, technologies, and industry trends.
• Excellent sourcing skills with experience using various recruitment tools and platforms.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.