Recruitment Specialist

Placements24; Mtubatuba Local Municipality; Hybrid; ZAR 360,000 - 520,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and incentives

Hybrid work arrangement

Medical and pension benefits

Professional growth opportunities

Collaborative team culture

Job summary

Placements24 in Richards Bay is seeking a proactive Recruitment Specialist to drive end-to-end recruitment in a hybrid setup. You will attract top talent, screen and interview candidates, and guide hiring managers through selection while ensuring a positive candidate journey.

The role requires a degree in HR or related field and 3–5 years of recruitment experience, with hands-on ATS and LinkedIn Recruiter usage. Collaboration and strong communication are essential in a hybrid environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Psychology, or related field.
• 3–5 years of experience in recruitment or talent acquisition.
• Proven success sourcing and attracting talent across industries.
• Experience with ATS and recruitment technologies.
• Strong negotiation and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a hybrid environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage full-cycle recruitment including posting, sourcing, screening, interviewing, and selection.
• Develop sourcing strategies to attract candidates from diverse backgrounds.
• Build and maintain relationships with hiring managers to understand needs.
• Ensure a positive candidate experience throughout the process.
• Utilize recruitment tools like LinkedIn Recruiter and ATS.
• Track recruitment metrics and provide progress reports.

Skills

Full-cycle recruitment

Sourcing strategies

Relationship building

Candidate experience

Negotiation

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR or related field

Tools

LinkedIn Recruiter

Applicant Tracking System (ATS)

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a proactive and results-driven Recruitment Specialist to join their team, operating on a hybrid model. Based in Richards Bay , you will be responsible for managing the end-to-end recruitment process to attract top talent for various roles within the organization. This role requires a keen eye for talent, excellent communication skills, and the ability to build strong relationships with hiring managers and candidates. You will contribute significantly to the company's growth by ensuring a robust talent pipeline.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage full-cycle recruitment, including job posting, candidate sourcing, screening, interviewing, and selection.
• Develop and implement effective sourcing strategies to attract qualified candidates from diverse backgrounds.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with hiring managers to understand their recruitment needs and provide expert advice.
• Ensure a positive candidate experience throughout the recruitment process.
• Utilize various recruitment tools and platforms, including LinkedIn Recruiter and applicant tracking systems (ATS).
• Track recruitment metrics and provide regular reports on progress and outcomes.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Psychology, or a related field.
• 3-5 years of experience in a recruitment or talent acquisition role.
• Proven success in sourcing and attracting talent across various industries and job functions.
• Experience with applicant tracking systems and recruitment technologies.
• Strong negotiation and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team in a hybrid environment.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
• Hybrid work arrangement for a better work-life balance.
• Comprehensive medical and pension benefits.
• Opportunities for professional growth and networking.
• Collaborative and dynamic team culture.