Remote Talent Acquisition Strategy Leader

Placements24; Sandton; Hybrid; ZAR 1,400,000 - 2,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Lead Talent Acquisition Strategist to drive comprehensive talent acquisition initiatives on a fully remote basis across South Africa. The role requires a strategic leader with a proven track record in scaling talent programs, leveraging data analytics and market intelligence, and guiding cross-functional teams in a virtual environment.

The ideal candidate will shape talent strategies for diverse clients and internal teams, oversee recruitment platforms and

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in HR, business administration, or related field.
• 10+ years of progressive experience in talent acquisition.
• Leadership or strategic experience in talent acquisition.
• Proven ability to develop and execute large-scale talent strategies.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive talent acquisition strategies aligned with business objectives.
• Design and manage employer branding initiatives to attract high-calibre candidates.
• Utilise data analytics to track recruitment metrics, identify trends, and optimise processes.
• Lead and mentor a team of talent acquisition professionals, fostering a high-performance culture.
• Oversee recruitment technology implementations (ATS/CRM) and ensure processes are up-to-date.

Skills

Leadership

Talent strategy

Data analytics

Stakeholder management

Employer branding

Remote team leadership

Education

Master's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field

Tools

HRIS

ATS

CRM

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Lead Talent Acquisition Strategist to drive comprehensive talent acquisition initiatives on a fully remote basis across South Africa. The role requires a strategic leader with a proven track record in scaling talent programs, leveraging data analytics and market intelligence, and guiding cross-functional teams in a virtual environment.

The ideal candidate will shape talent strategies for diverse clients and internal teams, oversee recruitment platforms and