Remote Talent Acquisition Specialist - HR

Placements24; Cape Town; Hybrid; ZAR 350,000 - 490,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Home office stipend

Professional growth

Online training

Team building

Flexible hours

Performance reviews

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly motivated Talent Acquisition Specialist to join their fully remote HR team. This role focuses on sourcing, attracting, and securing top talent across departments for a remote-first company.

You will manage the end-to-end recruitment lifecycle—from sourcing through onboarding—while delivering an exceptional candidate experience. Strong communication, interviewing, and ATS proficiency are essential, with remote-work flexibility offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in HR, Psychology, Business Admin, or related field.
• 4+ years of experience in full-cycle recruitment.
• Proven success in sourcing passive candidates.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute recruitment strategies to attract high-caliber candidates.
• Source candidates through job boards, social media, networks, and direct outreach.
• Screen resumes, conduct initial interviews, and assess qualifications.
• Manage end-to-end recruitment lifecycle from contact to onboarding.
• Build and maintain a strong candidate pipeline for current and future needs.
• Partner with hiring managers to understand staffing requirements and provide recruitment advice.
• Ensure a positive candidate experience throughout the process.
• Utilize ATS to track progress and manage data.

Skills

Full-cycle recruitment

Passive candidate sourcing

ATS proficiency

Interviewing skills

Stakeholder management

Remote work

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR / related field

Tools

ATS

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a highly motivated and results-oriented Talent Acquisition Specialist to join their fully remote HR team. This position is crucial for identifying, attracting, and securing top talent for our organization across various departments. As a remote-first company, we embrace flexible working arrangements and utilize advanced digital tools to foster collaboration and productivity. You will play a key role in shaping our workforce by sourcing candidates, managing the recruitment lifecycle, and ensuring an exceptional candidate experience. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced recruiter to work autonomously and contribute significantly to our client's growth from anywhere.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute comprehensive recruitment strategies to attract high-caliber candidates for diverse roles.
• Source candidates through various channels, including online job boards, social media, professional networks, and direct outreach.
• Screen resumes, conduct initial interviews (phone and video), and assess candidate qualifications against job requirements.
• Manage the end-to-end recruitment process, from initial contact to offer negotiation and onboarding.
• Build and maintain a strong pipeline of qualified candidates for current and future hiring needs.
• Partner with hiring managers to understand their staffing requirements and provide expert recruitment advice.
• Ensure a positive and engaging candidate experience throughout the recruitment process.
• Utilize recruitment software and ATS to track candidate progress and manage data effectively.
• Stay updated on market trends and best practices in talent acquisition.
• Contribute to employer branding initiatives to enhance our client's reputation as an employer of choice.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Psychology, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in full-cycle recruitment, preferably within a corporate or agency setting.
• Demonstrated success in sourcing and attracting passive candidates.
• Proficiency with Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and other recruitment tools.
• Excellent understanding of various sourcing methodologies and recruitment marketing techniques.
• Strong interviewing and assessment skills.
• Exceptional communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines in a remote environment.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and a commitment to delivering high-quality results.
• Familiarity with South African labor market dynamics is a plus.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary of R .
• Fully remote work arrangement, offering ultimate flexibility.
• Contribution towards home office setup and internet costs.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development in a remote setting.
• Access to online training and virtual team-building activities.
• Flexible working hours.
• A supportive and collaborative virtual team environment.
• Regular performance reviews and feedback.