Recruiter (EMEA)- Cape Town or Midrand

Progressive IT Resourcing; Cape Town; Remote; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking an experienced HR Recruiter to support offshore initiatives. The role involves sourcing and interviewing candidates across global markets while maintaining compliance with hiring standards. The ideal candidate will have expertise in international recruitment, superior communication skills, and be adept at managing roles across different time zones. A degree in Human Resources and familiarity with ATS are preferred.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in global or international recruitment.
• Understanding of labor markets in EMEA.
• Ability to manage multiple roles across time zones.

Responsibilities

• Partner with hiring managers to identify talent needs.
• Source and interview candidates for offshore roles.
• Manage the end-to-end recruitment process.

Skills

International recruitment

Excellent communication

Project management

Cultural sensitivity

Adaptation of recruitment strategies

Education

Degree in Human Resources

Tools

Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS)

Job description

Role Overview

My client is seeking a highly motivated and experienced HR Recruiter to support their offshore initiative. This role will be instrumental in identifying, attracting, and onboarding top talent across global markets. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in international recruitment, a deep understanding of cross‑cultural hiring practices, and the ability to work across time zones and geographies.

Key Responsibilities

• Partner with hiring managers and project leads to understand offshoring talent needs.
• Source, screen, and interview candidates for roles in offshore locations.
• Manage the end‑to‑end recruitment process, ensuring a seamless candidate experience.
• Collaborate with external recruitment agencies and offshore partners as needed.
• Ensure compliance with local labor laws and global hiring standards.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date recruitment data and reports.
• Support employer branding initiatives in offshore markets.
• Provide insights and recommendations on global talent trends and sourcing strategies.

Required Qualifications

• Proven experience in global or international recruitment, preferably in an offshoring or outsourcing context.
• Strong understanding of global labor markets, especially in EMEA – Europe, Middle East and Africa.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple roles and priorities across different time zones.
• Familiarity with applicant tracking systems (ATS) and recruitment tools.
• Knowledge of employment laws and hiring practices in offshore regions.

Cultural Competency Requirements

• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds.
• Sensitivity to cultural nuances in communication, negotiation, and decision‑making.
• Experience adapting recruitment strategies to align with local customs, values, and expectations.
• Commitment to fostering an inclusive and equitable recruitment process.
• Ability to build trust and rapport with global candidates and stakeholders.

Preferred Qualifications

• Degree in Human Resources.
• Multilingual capabilities are a plus.
• Background in HR operations or talent acquisition strategy.