Junior Recruiter

Guardian Recruiting (Pty) Ltd; Durbanville; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Guardian Recruiting (Pty) Ltd in Durbanville is seeking a Junior Internal Recruiter. A recent graduate with an Industrial Psychology degree will support the recruitment function and broader HR activities in a structured, mentoring environment.

You will help with vacancy ads, candidate sourcing, CV screening, interview coordination and onboarding tasks. This is a full-time, office-based position designed to develop your HR career.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Psychology (or similar).
• Recent graduate or up to two years' relevant recruitment/HR experience.
• Excellent written and spoken English.
• Strong MS Office skills (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Professional communication and ability to handle confidential information.
• Proactive attitude and willingness to learn, with interest in HR career.

Responsibilities

• Support the recruitment function and HR activities under guidance.
• Source and identify suitable candidates using LinkedIn, portals and internal databases.
• Screen CVs and conduct initial candidate discussions.
• Coordinate interviews, assessments and candidate feedback.
• Assist with reference checks, qualification verification and onboarding documentation.
• Maintain recruitment records, databases and reports.

Skills

English fluency (written and spoken)

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Psychology

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

JUNIOR INTERNAL RECRUITER
Durbanville | Cape Town

Are you a recent graduate with a degree in Industrial Psychology (or similar) and an interest in building a career in Recruitment and Human Resources?

An exciting opportunity is available within an established, professional business for a motivated and organised individual looking to develop their skills in a supportive HR environment. No previous work experience is essential, as structured training and mentoring will be provided.

The Role

Working closely with the HR Manager, you will primarily support the recruitment function, with additional exposure to broader HR activities.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Preparing and managing vacancy advertisements across various platforms.

• Sourcing and identifying suitable candidates through LinkedIn, job portals and internal databases.

• Screening CVs and conducting initial candidate discussions.

• Coordinating interviews, assessments and candidate feedback.

• Assisting with reference checks, qualification verification and appointment documentation.

• Maintaining recruitment records, databases and reports.

• Supporting onboarding, general HR administration and employee wellness initiatives.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Psychology, or an equivalent qualification with Industrial Psychology as a major.

• Recent graduate or up to two years' relevant recruitment/HR experience.

• Excellent written and spoken English.

• Good Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel, Word and Outlook.

• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.

• Professional communication skills and the ability to handle confidential information.

• A proactive attitude, willingness to learn and genuine interest in developing a career in HR.

Previous recruitment or HR internship experience, exposure to LinkedIn sourcing or an interest in technical recruitment would be advantageous but is not essential.

Important: This is a full-time, office-based position in Durbanville.

If you are an enthusiastic graduate looking for an opportunity to learn, grow and build a career in recruitment and HR, we would love to hear from you.