Remote Talent Acquisition Specialist - IT

Placements24; Mtubatuba Local Municipality; Hybrid; ZAR 350,000 - 600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance-based bonus

Flexible working hours

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Remote Talent Acquisition Specialist to join our IT-focused recruitment team in South Africa. This fully remote role involves identifying, engaging, and placing top IT professionals for diverse client needs across the country.

You will manage the full recruitment cycle, from defining job specs with clients to closing offers, while delivering a seamless candidate experience and maintaining strong stakeholder relationships.

Qualifications

• Experience in IT recruitment and full-cycle hiring.
• Proficient with ATS, social media, and recruiting platforms.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management.
• Ability to work remotely within South Africa.
• Eligible to work in South Africa.

Responsibilities

• Source and attract high-caliber IT candidates using innovative strategies.
• Screen candidates with technical and behavioral assessments.
• Manage end-to-end recruitment from contact to placement.
• Build relationships with IT professionals and stakeholders.
• Develop employer branding to attract top IT talent.
• Collaborate with hiring managers to understand requirements.
• Utilize ATS for candidate management.
• Stay updated on IT market trends and compensation.
• Provide exceptional candidate experience.

Skills

Talent acquisition

IT recruiting

Sourcing

ATS proficiency

Communication

Negotiation

Remote work

Independence

Tools

ATS

LinkedIn Recruiter

Indeed

Social media recruiting

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a forward-thinking recruitment consultancy, is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Remote Talent Acquisition Specialist to join their growing team. This role is entirely remote, offering the flexibility to work from anywhere within South Africa. The primary focus will be on identifying, attracting, and engaging top-tier IT professionals for a diverse range of client needs. You will be responsible for managing the full recruitment cycle, from understanding job specifications to closing offers, ensuring a seamless and positive experience for both candidates and clients. This is an excellent opportunity for a dedicated professional to make a significant impact in the IT recruitment space, fully remotely.

Key Responsibilities

• Source and attract high-caliber IT candidates using innovative recruitment strategies and tools.
• Conduct in-depth candidate screening, including technical and behavioral assessments.
• Manage the entire recruitment process, from initial contact and interview scheduling to offer negotiation and placement.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with IT professionals and key stakeholders.
• Develop and execute employer branding initiatives to attract top talent in the IT sector.
• Collaborate closely with hiring managers to understand their specific talent requirements.
• Utilize and optimize the applicant tracking system (ATS) for efficient candidate management.
• Stay abreast of IT market trends, emerging technologies, and competitive compensation packages.
• Provide exceptional candidate experience throughout the recruitment journey.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Talent Acquisition Specialist or Recruiter, with a strong focus on the IT industry.
• Demonstrated success in sourcing and filling technical roles (e.g., Software Developers, Data Analysts, Cybersecurity Experts).
• Excellent understanding of IT terminology, technologies, and market dynamics.
• Proficiency with various recruitment platforms, social media, and ATS.
• Exceptional communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and meet deadlines in a remote setting.
• Self-motivated with a results-driven mindset.
• Must have a reliable internet connection and a dedicated home office setup.
• Must be eligible to work in South Africa.

Benefits

• This fully remote position offers a competitive salary and an attractive performance-based bonus structure.
• Employees benefit from flexible working hours, allowing for a superior work-life balance.
• Opportunities for professional development and continuous learning in the dynamic IT recruitment field are provided.
• Our client is committed to fostering a collaborative and supportive remote work culture, offering a chance to excel without geographical constraints.