Remote Talent Acquisition Specialist

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; Hybrid; ZAR 320,000 - 520,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work

Flexible schedule

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly motivated Remote Talent Acquisition Specialist to source and engage top talent across diverse industries. This fully remote role focuses on building talent pipelines, running pre-screenings, and guiding candidates through the entire recruitment lifecycle.

You will collaborate with hiring managers remotely, leverage ATS and LinkedIn Recruiter, and stay ahead of sourcing trends.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in talent acquisition, recruitment, or related HR roles, with remote work
• Proven success sourcing and recruiting for diverse roles across industries
• Strong knowledge of recruitment best practices, sourcing methodologies, and talent attraction strategies

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute comprehensive talent acquisition strategies for a wide range of roles
• Utilize advanced sourcing techniques across online platforms and networks to identify top talent
• Conduct pre-screening interviews, candidate assessments, and behavioral evaluations
• Manage full recruitment lifecycle from job posting to onboarding support
• Build and maintain proactive talent pipelines for current and future needs
• Ensure a positive candidate experience and strong candidate relationships
• Collaborate with hiring managers remotely to understand requirements and provide guidance
• Stay updated on recruitment trends and emerging sourcing technologies
• Maintain accurate candidate data in the ATS
• Contribute to employer branding initiatives to attract high-quality candidates

Skills

Talent sourcing

Remote collaboration

Candidate assessment

ATS proficiency

LinkedIn Recruiter

Tools

ATS systems

LinkedIn Recruiter

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a forward-thinking recruitment consultancy, is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Remote Talent Acquisition Specialist. This position is designed for a professional who thrives in a fully remote environment and possesses a strong aptitude for sourcing and engaging top talent across diverse industries and geographical locations. You will be instrumental in building and managing talent pipelines, conducting effective candidate assessments, and ensuring an outstanding candidate experience. This role requires a proactive individual with excellent communication skills, self-discipline, and a proven ability to succeed in a remote-first setting. You will be joining a dynamic team and contributing directly to the success of our client's talent acquisition services nationwide. The role is fully remote, requiring no office presence.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute comprehensive talent acquisition strategies to attract, engage, and recruit candidates for a wide range of roles.
• Utilize advanced sourcing techniques across various online platforms, professional networks, and databases to identify top talent.
• Conduct thorough pre-screening interviews, candidate assessments, and behavioral evaluations.
• Manage the entire recruitment lifecycle, from job posting and candidate sourcing to offer negotiation and onboarding support.
• Build and maintain strong, proactive talent pipelines for current and future hiring needs.
• Ensure a positive and seamless candidate experience throughout the recruitment process, fostering strong candidate relationships.
• Collaborate closely with hiring managers (remotely) to understand their requirements and provide strategic recruitment guidance.
• Stay abreast of recruitment best practices, market trends, and emerging sourcing technologies.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date candidate data in the Applicant Tracking System (ATS).
• Contribute to employer branding initiatives to attract high-quality candidates.

Requirements

• A minimum of 4 years of experience in talent acquisition, recruitment, or a related HR role, with a significant portion in a remote capacity.
• Demonstrated success in sourcing and recruiting for diverse roles across various industries.
• Excellent understanding of recruitment best practices, sourcing methodologies, and talent attraction strategies.
• Proficiency in using Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS), LinkedIn Recruiter, and other digital recruitment tools.
• Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and virtual collaboration skills.
• Proven ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and meet deadlines in a remote setting.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• A proactive, results-driven, and adaptable approach.
• Must have reliable internet connectivity and a suitable remote work setup.

Benefits

• Fully remote work opportunity offering maximum flexibility and work-life balance.
• Competitive salary and performance-based bonus structure.
• Opportunity to work with a progressive recruitment consultancy.
• Professional development and continuous learning in remote recruitment practices.
• Be part of an innovative and supportive remote team.
• Contribute to shaping talent acquisition strategies for a diverse client base.