Remote HR Specialist - Talent Acquisition

Placements24; Vereeniging; Hybrid; ZAR 350,000 - 600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work arrangement

Competitive salary

Bonuses

Medical aid and retirement plan

Generous annual leave

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced HR Specialist with a focus on Talent Acquisition to lead remote recruitment across departments. You will own the full lifecycle from understanding hiring needs to offers, ensuring a smooth candidate journey and strong pipelines.

The role requires a minimum of 4 years in recruitment, solid sourcing skills, and proficiency with HRIS/ATS. Remote-first setup supports collaboration with hiring managers and a fast-paced virtual environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Psychology, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in talent acquisition or full-cycle recruitment.
• Proven experience using various sourcing tools and techniques (LinkedIn Recruiter, job boards, etc.).
• Strong interviewing and assessment skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport remotely.
• Proficiency in HRIS and applicant tracking systems (ATS).
• Ability to manage multiple requisitions simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Self-motivated and able to work effectively with minimal supervision in a remote setting.
• Understanding of employment law related to recruitment is essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full recruitment lifecycle, including job posting, sourcing, screening, interviewing, and offer negotiation.
• Develop and implement effective sourcing strategies to attract a diverse pool of qualified candidates.
• Partner closely with hiring managers to understand their recruitment needs and provide expert advice.
• Conduct behavioral and situational interviews to assess candidate suitability.
• Ensure a positive and engaging candidate experience throughout the hiring process.
• Maintain candidate databases and leverage HRIS for recruitment tracking.
• Contribute to employer branding initiatives to enhance our attractiveness to potential hires.
• Stay updated on recruitment best practices and market trends.
• Assist with onboarding processes for new hires.
• Track and report on key recruitment metrics.

Skills

Talent acquisition

Sourcing

Interviewing

Remote communication

HRIS & ATS

Multitasking

Employment law

Bachelor's degree

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR/psychology/BA

Tools

LinkedIn Recruiter

ATS

HRIS

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a dedicated and experienced HR Specialist with a focus on Talent Acquisition to join their fully remote team. This role is critical in identifying, attracting, and onboarding top talent to fuel our company's growth across various departments. As a remote-first organization, we provide the tools and support necessary for you to excel from anywhere. You will manage the entire recruitment lifecycle, from understanding hiring needs to extending offers, ensuring a seamless and positive candidate experience. The ideal candidate is passionate about recruitment, possesses strong sourcing skills, and thrives in a fast-paced, virtual environment. You will collaborate closely with hiring managers to define role requirements and build robust talent pipelines. This position offers a unique opportunity to shape our workforce remotely.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the full recruitment lifecycle, including job posting, sourcing, screening, interviewing, and offer negotiation.
• Develop and implement effective sourcing strategies to attract a diverse pool of qualified candidates.
• Partner closely with hiring managers to understand their recruitment needs and provide expert advice.
• Conduct behavioral and situational interviews to assess candidate suitability.
• Ensure a positive and engaging candidate experience throughout the hiring process.
• Maintain candidate databases and leverage HRIS for recruitment tracking.
• Contribute to employer branding initiatives to enhance our attractiveness to potential hires.
• Stay updated on recruitment best practices and market trends.
• Assist with onboarding processes for new hires.
• Track and report on key recruitment metrics.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Psychology, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in talent acquisition or full-cycle recruitment.
• Proven experience using various sourcing tools and techniques (LinkedIn Recruiter, job boards, etc.).
• Strong interviewing and assessment skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport remotely.
• Proficiency in HRIS and applicant tracking systems (ATS).
• Ability to manage multiple requisitions simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Self-motivated and able to work effectively with minimal supervision in a remote setting.
• Understanding of employment law related to recruitment is essential.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary.
• Fully remote work arrangement.
• Performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement plan.
• Generous annual leave and paid time off.
• Opportunities for professional development and continuous learning.
• Access to modern recruitment technology and tools.
• Supportive and collaborative remote team culture.