Remote Talent Acquisition Specialist - SaaS

Placements24; South Africa; À distance; ZAR 420 000 - 650 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Fully remote work

Competitive salary + bonuses

Professional growth & development

Résumé du poste

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Remote Talent Acquisition Specialist to lead end-to-end hiring across engineering, product, sales and marketing for a SaaS company. This role is remote-first, requiring strong online recruitment management and candidate experience.

You will build pipelines, implement sourcing strategies, and partner with hiring managers to define roles and priorities in a fast-paced tech environment.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in talent acquisition, preferably for SaaS/tech.
• Proven track record hiring for technical and business roles.
• Expertise in advanced sourcing techniques and social media.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Responsabilités

• Manage full recruitment lifecycle from requisition to onboarding in a SaaS environment.
• Develop and implement effective sourcing strategies using Boolean searches and niche job boards.
• Build and nurture talent pipelines for software development, data science, cloud engineering, and product management.
• Screen, interview, and assess candidates for technical and cultural fit.

Connaissances

Talent acquisition

Sourcing strategies

Interviews & assessments

ATS management

Stakeholder management

Formation

Bachelor's degree

Outils

LinkedIn Recruiter

ATS platforms

Description du poste

About the Role Our client, a leading recruitment consultancy, is seeking an experienced and driven Remote Talent Acquisition Specialist to join their client's rapidly growing Software as a Service (SaaS) company. This role is crucial for identifying, attracting, and hiring top talent across various functions including engineering, product management, sales, and marketing. As this is a remote-first position, the ideal candidate must be highly self-motivated, organized, and adept at managing recruitment processes entirely online. You will leverage innovative sourcing strategies and a consultative approach to build strong talent pipelines and ensure an exceptional candidate experience for a tech-forward organisation.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the full recruitment lifecycle for technical and non-technical roles within a fast-paced SaaS environment, from requisition to onboarding.
• Develop and implement effective sourcing strategies to attract high-quality candidates, utilizing advanced Boolean searches, social media, and niche job boards.
• Build and nurture strong talent pipelines for critical roles, particularly in software development, data science, cloud engineering, and product management.
• Conduct thorough candidate screening, interviews, and assessments, focusing on technical skills, cultural fit, and alignment with company values.
• Collaborate closely with hiring managers to deeply understand their team needs, role requirements, and ideal candidate profiles.
• Provide a seamless and engaging candidate experience, ensuring timely communication and feedback throughout the hiring process.
• Utilize and optimize the Applicant Tracking System (ATS) for efficient candidate management and reporting.
• Contribute to employer branding initiatives and talent market intelligence.
• Stay abreast of the latest trends and best practices in remote recruitment and the SaaS industry.

Requirements

• Minimum of 4 years of experience in talent acquisition, with a significant focus on recruiting for SaaS or technology companies.
• Proven track record of successfully hiring for technical roles (e.g., Software Engineers, DevOps, Data Scientists) and business roles (e.g., Sales, Marketing).
• Expertise in advanced sourcing techniques and tools, including LinkedIn Recruiter and various tech communities.
• Strong understanding of the SaaS business model and the competitive talent landscape.
• Excellent interviewing, assessment, and candidate evaluation skills.
• Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and stakeholder management abilities.
• Highly organized, self-disciplined, and proficient in managing recruitment processes remotely.
• Experience with modern ATS platforms.
• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field is preferred.

Benefits

• Fully remote work arrangement offering maximum flexibility.
• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Opportunity to shape the talent strategy of a rapidly growing SaaS company.
• Collaborative and supportive virtual team environment.
• Continuous learning and development opportunities in the tech recruitment space.
• Exposure to innovative technologies and business practices.