Junior Recruiter

Talent Sam; Gqeberha; Remote; ZAR 250,000 - 450,000; Full time

Job summary

Talent Sam is seeking a highly organized Junior Recruiter to support the full recruitment lifecycle. This role involves crafting job posts, coordinating interviews, and improving recruitment processes. Ideal candidates will have strong communication skills and a detail-oriented approach, contributing to building world-class remote teams.

Benefits

Fully remote work setup

Competitive compensation

Opportunity for growth

Supportive leadership

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of experience in a recruitment or HR support role.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
• Experience sourcing and screening candidates.

Responsibilities

• Draft clear, compelling job posts for clients.
• Coordinate interviews and ensure a positive candidate experience.
• Utilize recruitment tools and maintain professional communication.

Skills

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Detail-oriented

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Tools

Google Drive

ClickUp

Applicant tracking systems (ATS)

Job description

At Talent Sam, we help companies across the world hire top-tier remote talent from South Africa — fast, affordably, and with zero hassle. From recruitment to onboarding, legal compliance, payroll, and IT setup, we handle everything so our clients can focus on scaling their businesses. We believe in smart, efficient hiring, and we’re passionate about building diverse and talented global teams.

We’re growing quickly and looking for driven individuals who care about people, process, and precision. If you’re looking for a career in recruitment with impact and growth potential — this is the place for you.

Job Overview

We are seeking a highly organized and motivated Junior Recruiter to join our team. In this role, you’ll support the full recruitment lifecycle — from crafting job posts and screening candidates to coordinating interviews and ensuring a seamless experience for both candidates and hiring managers. You’ll be working closely with hiring teams and our Head of Recruitment to help build world-class remote teams for our clients.

This is an ideal role for someone who is detail-oriented, an excellent communicator, and genuinely passionate about connecting people with the right opportunities.

Key Responsibilities

Draft clear, compelling job posts for our clients in line with Talent Sam’s standards

Post job openings on relevant job boards, platforms, and social media

Use recruitment tools (Recruitee) and applicant tracking systems to manage job openings and candidates

Review resumes and shortlist qualified candidates

Conduct initial phone interviews to assess candidate suitability

Schedule and coordinate meetings between candidates and hiring managers

Liaise with hiring managers and HR partners to understand specific role requirements

Assist in refining and improving recruitment processes for efficiency and better candidate experience

Maintain timely and professional communication with candidates throughout the hiring process

Support background and reference checks

Ensure a positive candidate experience from start to finish

Maintain and manage calendars for hiring teams and interviewers

Collaborate with HR and recruitment teams to support end-to-end hiring efforts

Requirements

Must-Have :

1–2 years of experience in a recruitment or HR support role

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Experience sourcing and screening candidates using job boards and tools like LinkedIn Recruiter

Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines in a fast-paced environment

Detail-oriented with strong administrative and organizational skills

Ability to work independently, take initiative, and collaborate effectively within a team

High level of discretion when handling sensitive and confidential information

Familiarity with Google Drive, ClickUp, and general productivity tools

Comfortable conducting initial interviews and reference checks

Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills

Experience recruiting for diverse roles and backgrounds

Bonus :

Familiarity with HR systems, processes, and compliance policies

Experience using applicant tracking systems (ATS)

What We Offer

A fully remote work setup with structured hours and some flexibility

Opportunity to work with a dynamic, growing team supporting global clients

Hands-on experience in a fast-paced, high-impact recruitment environment

Supportive leadership and clear opportunities for growth

Competitive compensation

A mission-driven culture focused on teamwork, quality, and purpose