Remote Recruitment Specialist - Graduate Programs

Placements24; Bloemfontein; Hybrid; ZAR 300,000 - 540,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Fully remote

Professional development

Collaborative team

Impactful work

Diversity of graduates

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a dedicated Remote Recruitment Specialist to manage graduate programs for a leading organization. You will design and run university recruitment campaigns, engage with students and career services, and manage the full selection process from application to offer in a fully remote setup.

The role requires at least 3 years in graduate recruitment, strong communication, and proficiency with ATS and virtual event platforms.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in recruitment, focused on graduate or early-career hiring.
• Proven ability to design and run university recruitment campaigns.
• Strong communication, presentation and interpersonal skills.
• Experience with ATS and virtual events; remote work experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement recruitment strategies for graduate programs.
• Build relationships with university career services and student groups.
• Organize and run virtual recruitment events and online sessions.
• Manage ATS, screen applications, track progress, generate reports.
• Conduct virtual interviews and assessments.
• Oversee offer process and onboarding for graduates.
• Shape employer branding to attract top graduate talent.
• Forecast talent needs with internal stakeholders.
• Stay informed on graduate employment trends.

Skills

Graduate recruitment

Campaign management

ATS proficiency

Virtual interview coordination

Remote collaboration

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Psychology, Business or related field

Tools

ATS

Virtual event platforms

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leading organization committed to developing future leaders, is seeking a dedicated Remote Recruitment Specialist to manage its graduate programs. This fully remote position is crucial for identifying, attracting, and onboarding high-potential university graduates into challenging and rewarding early-career roles. You will be responsible for designing and executing recruitment campaigns targeting top universities, engaging with students and career services, and managing the entire selection process from application to offer. The ideal candidate will have a passion for early talent development, excellent communication skills, and the ability to thrive in a virtual environment. This role offers a fantastic opportunity to build the next generation of talent for our client, contributing to their long-term success. As a remote-first role, you'll need to be highly organized, proactive, and adept at using digital tools to connect with candidates and stakeholders globally. Your efforts will directly impact the company's pipeline of future innovators and leaders.

Key Responsibilities

• Developing and implementing comprehensive recruitment strategies for graduate programs across various disciplines.
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with university career services, faculty, and student organizations.
• Organizing and executing virtual recruitment events, including online career fairs, information sessions, and assessment centers.
• Managing the applicant tracking system (ATS) to screen applications, track candidate progress, and generate reports.
• Conducting virtual interviews and assessments to evaluate candidates' potential, skills, and cultural fit.
• Managing the offer process and ensuring a positive onboarding experience for all graduate hires.
• Developing and executing employer branding initiatives to attract top graduate talent.
• Staying informed about graduate employment market trends and best practices.
• Collaborating with internal stakeholders to forecast talent needs for graduate programs.

Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in recruitment, with a specific focus on graduate or early-career recruitment.
• Proven experience in developing and executing successful university recruitment campaigns.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively with students and university representatives.
• Proficiency in using recruitment technologies, including ATS and virtual event platforms.
• Experience working in a remote or distributed team environment is essential.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Passion for talent development and identifying high-potential individuals.
• Ability to work autonomously and proactively in a remote setting.
• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Psychology, Business, or a related field.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Fully remote work arrangement, offering flexibility and work-life balance.
• Opportunity to shape and grow graduate programs for a reputable organization.
• Professional development and continuous learning in talent acquisition.
• A collaborative and supportive virtual team culture.
• Direct impact on building the future workforce.
• Opportunity to work with diverse and talented graduates.