Remote Recruitment Specialist - Tech Startups

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; Hybrid; ZAR 300,000 - 600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote

Competitive salary

Performance-based bonus

Growth opportunities

Job summary

WhatJobs Direct is seeking a Remote Recruitment Specialist to drive full-cycle hiring for tech startups. You will source, engage, and place engineers, data scientists, product managers, and designers, acting as a strategic partner to founders and hiring managers.

This remote-first role serves clients across South Africa, with a focus on North West regions. The role emphasizes strong candidate sourcing, relationship building, and market insights to attract top tech talent in a fast-evolving

Qualifications

• Experience as Recruiter or Talent Acquisition Specialist in technology/startups.
• Proficient in sourcing tech talent (software eng, data science, product).
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work autonomously in a remote setting and manage priorities.

Responsibilities

• Execute full-cycle recruitment for tech roles in startup environments.
• Source passive and active candidates using advanced search and networking.
• Build relationships with tech talent and startup communities.
• Collaborate with founders and hiring managers to define role requirements.
• Manage candidate experience from outreach to onboarding.

Skills

Sourcing

Interviewing

Communication

Negotiation

Remote work

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Tools

LinkedIn Recruiter

GitHub

Stack Overflow

ATS

Job description

About the Role

WhatJobs Direct, a forward-thinking recruitment consultancy, is actively seeking a motivated and experienced Remote Recruitment Specialist to focus on the burgeoning Tech Startup scene. This is a remote-first role, providing the ultimate flexibility for talented recruiters to operate from anywhere. You will be responsible for identifying and attracting top-tier talent, including engineers, developers, product managers, and designers, for innovative startups. This position requires a deep understanding of the tech landscape, a passion for startups, and exceptional skills in candidate sourcing, engagement, and relationship building. You will act as a strategic partner to startup founders and hiring managers, helping them scale their teams effectively. Our client champions a remote-first culture, equipping you with the tools and autonomy to succeed. If you are dynamic, results-driven, and excited by the prospect of shaping the future of tech companies, this is the role for you. The position serves clients across South Africa, with a focus on areas like Mahikeng, North West , but is entirely remote.

Key Responsibilities

• Execute full-cycle recruitment for various tech roles within startup environments.
• Source passive and active candidates using advanced search techniques and networking.
• Build strong relationships with tech talent and startup communities.
• Collaborate closely with founders and hiring managers to define role requirements and identify ideal candidates.
• Manage candidate experience from initial outreach through to onboarding.
• Utilize ATS and other recruitment technologies to track and manage candidates.
• Stay updated on tech industry trends, emerging technologies, and the startup ecosystem.
• Contribute to employer branding initiatives to attract top tech talent.
• Negotiate offers and ensure successful placements.
• Provide market insights and strategic advice on talent acquisition.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Recruiter or Talent Acquisition Specialist, with a significant focus on the technology sector, particularly startups.
• Deep understanding of various tech roles (e.g., Software Engineering, Data Science, Product Management).
• Exceptional sourcing skills using LinkedIn Recruiter, GitHub, Stack Overflow, and other relevant platforms.
• Strong interviewing and assessment capabilities.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work autonomously and manage priorities effectively in a remote setting.
• Experience with Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS).
• A passion for the startup culture and ecosystem.
• Bachelor's degree in a related field is advantageous.
• Familiarity with the South African tech startup scene is a plus, though the role is remote.

Benefits

• Fully remote position offering unparalleled flexibility and work-life integration.
• Competitive salary and performance-based bonus structure.
• Opportunity to work with exciting and innovative tech startups.
• Be at the forefront of talent acquisition in the rapidly evolving tech industry.
• Collaborative remote team environment with access to cutting-edge tools.
• Professional development and growth opportunities.