Junior Recruiter

Talent Sam; Sandton; Remote; ZAR 200 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is on the lookout for a detail-oriented Junior Recruiter to join their dynamic team. This role offers the opportunity to support the full recruitment lifecycle, from crafting compelling job posts to coordinating interviews and ensuring a seamless candidate experience. Ideal for someone passionate about connecting talent with opportunities and eager to grow in a fast-paced environment, this position promises hands-on experience and the chance to make a significant impact in the recruitment process. Join a mission-driven culture that values teamwork and quality, and take your career to new heights in a supportive setting.

Benefits

Fully remote work setup

Structured hours with flexibility

Supportive leadership

Opportunities for growth

Competitive compensation

Mission-driven culture

Qualifications

• 1-2 Jahre Erfahrung in der Rekrutierung oder HR-Unterstützung erforderlich.
• Starke Kommunikationsfähigkeiten sind ein Muss.

Responsibilities

• Verfassen von klaren und ansprechenden Stellenanzeigen für unsere Kunden.
• Koordinierung von Interviews und Kommunikation mit Kandidaten.

Skills

Verbal Communication

Written Communication

Detail-oriented

Interpersonal Skills

Organizational Skills

Time Management

Education

1–2 years in Recruitment or HR Support

Tools

Recruitee

LinkedIn Recruiter

Google Drive

ClickUp

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

1. Draft clear, compelling job posts for our clients in line with Talent Sam’s standards
2. Post job openings on relevant job boards, platforms, and social media
3. Use recruitment tools (Recruitee) and applicant tracking systems to manage job openings and candidates
4. Review resumes and shortlist qualified candidates
5. Conduct initial phone interviews to assess candidate suitability
6. Schedule and coordinate meetings between candidates and hiring managers
7. Liaise with hiring managers and HR partners to understand specific role requirements
8. Assist in refining and improving recruitment processes for efficiency and better candidate experience
9. Maintain timely and professional communication with candidates throughout the hiring process
10. Support background and reference checks
11. Ensure a positive candidate experience from start to finish
12. Maintain and manage calendars for hiring teams and interviewers
13. Collaborate with HR and recruitment teams to support end-to-end hiring efforts

Requirements

Must-Have:

1. 1–2 years of experience in a recruitment or HR support role
2. Strong verbal and written communication skills
3. Experience sourcing and screening candidates using job boards and tools like LinkedIn Recruiter
4. Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
5. Detail-oriented with strong administrative and organizational skills
6. Ability to work independently, take initiative, and collaborate effectively within a team
7. High level of discretion when handling sensitive and confidential information
8. Familiarity with Google Drive, ClickUp, and general productivity tools
9. Comfortable conducting initial interviews and reference checks
10. Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills
11. Experience recruiting for diverse roles and backgrounds

Bonus:

1. Familiarity with HR systems, processes, and compliance policies
2. Experience using applicant tracking systems (ATS)

What We Offer

1. A fully remote work setup with structured hours and some flexibility
2. Opportunity to work with a dynamic, growing team supporting global clients
3. Hands-on experience in a fast-paced, high-impact recruitment environment
4. Supportive leadership and clear opportunities for growth
5. Competitive compensation
6. A mission-driven culture focused on teamwork, quality, and purpose