Senior HR Specialist - Talent Acquisition

Placements24; Mossel Bay; Hybrid; ZAR 800,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible remote work

Health, dental, vision insurance

Generous paid time off

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly skilled Senior HR Specialist focused on Talent Acquisition to join a fully remote team in South Africa. You will design and execute recruitment strategies, manage end-to-end hiring, and partner with hiring managers to secure top talent across departments.

The role requires 5+ years in talent acquisition, strong experience with ATS platforms, and a deep understanding of employer branding.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive experience in talent acquisition.
• Experience with applicant tracking systems and recruitment tech.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills for remote work.
• Expertise in employer branding and candidate experience best practices.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategic talent acquisition plans aligned with business needs.
• Manage the full recruitment cycle from posting to interviewing and offering employment.
• Partner with hiring managers to understand staffing requirements and ensure a seamless process.
• Utilize sourcing channels like LinkedIn and job boards to identify candidates.
• Enhance employer brand through compelling job descriptions and social media engagement.
• Track recruitment metrics and report KPIs to HR leadership.

Skills

Talent acquisition

Remote communication

Project management

Interviewing

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR/PSY/Business Admin

Tools

ATS systems

LinkedIn Recruiter

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a highly skilled and proactive Senior HR Specialist with a focus on Talent Acquisition to join their fully remote team. This role will be responsible for developing and executing innovative recruitment strategies to attract and hire top talent across various departments. You will manage the end-to-end recruitment process, build strong relationships with hiring managers, and contribute to enhancing the employer brand. This is a critical role for driving the company's growth by securing the best people for their teams, all within a flexible, remote-first work environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategic talent acquisition plans aligned with business needs and growth objectives.
• Manage the full recruitment cycle, from job posting and sourcing to interviewing, selecting, and offering employment.
• Partner closely with hiring managers to understand their staffing requirements and ensure a seamless recruitment process.
• Utilize various sourcing channels, including LinkedIn, job boards, and professional networks, to identify passive and active candidates.
• Enhance the employer brand through compelling job descriptions, social media engagement, and participation in virtual career fairs.
• Track recruitment metrics and provide regular reports on key performance indicators to HR leadership.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Psychology, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 5+ years of progressive experience in talent acquisition, with a proven track record of successfully hiring for diverse roles.
• Expertise in utilizing Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and other recruitment technologies.
• Strong understanding of employer branding strategies and candidate experience best practices.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills, adapted for a remote setting .
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced, remote environment.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary with performance-related incentives.
• Fully remote work arrangement offering exceptional flexibility.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• Generous paid time off and holiday schedule.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development in talent acquisition and HR.