Senior HR Specialist - Talent Acquisition

Placements24; Sandton; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus (performance-based)

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Training in recruitment tech

Flexible remote work

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior HR Specialist focused on Talent Acquisition to drive recruitment strategy and execution. The role is remote with ties to Sandton, requires managing full-cycle recruitment and building an employer brand to attract top talent.

Ideal candidates will have 6+ years in talent acquisition, expertise with ATS and sourcing tools, and strong stakeholder management across locations. A dynamic, modern work environment awaits with performance-based rewards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or related field.
• Minimum 6 years of experience in talent acquisition, focusing on senior roles.
• Experience in remote or hybrid recruitment and employer branding.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive talent acquisition strategies for diverse roles.
• Manage end-to-end recruitment process including sourcing, screening, interviewing and offers.
• Build a strong candidate pipeline through proactive sourcing and networking.
• Enhance employer branding to attract passive candidates and promote the company as an employer of choice.
• Partner with hiring managers to understand needs and provide expert consultation.
• Ensure a positive candidate experience with high professional standards.

Skills

Talent acquisition

Stakeholder management

Communication

Recruitment strategy

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or related

Tools

ATS

Sourcing tools

Social media platforms

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Senior HR Specialist focusing on Talent Acquisition to join their dynamic team, operating remotely with ties to Sandton . This role is instrumental in developing and executing innovative talent acquisition strategies to attract and secure top-tier candidates for the organization. You will manage the full recruitment cycle, build strong employer branding, and collaborate closely with hiring managers to meet the evolving talent needs of the business. This is an excellent opportunity for a recruitment expert to make a significant impact in a fast-paced, modern work environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive talent acquisition strategies to attract high-caliber candidates for various roles.
• Manage the end-to-end recruitment process, including sourcing, screening, interviewing, and offering employment.
• Build and maintain a strong pipeline of qualified candidates through proactive sourcing and networking.
• Enhance employer branding initiatives to attract passive candidates and promote the company as an employer of choice.
• Partner with hiring managers to understand their recruitment needs and provide expert consultation.
• Ensure a positive candidate experience throughout the recruitment process, maintaining high standards of professionalism.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in talent acquisition, with a focus on specialist or senior roles.
• Proven success in developing and implementing effective recruitment strategies, particularly in a remote or hybrid setting.
• Expertise in using various sourcing tools, applicant tracking systems (ATS), and social media platforms.
• Strong understanding of employer branding and candidate marketing techniques.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and stakeholder management skills, capable of working with teams across different locations.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary with a performance-driven bonus.
• Comprehensive medical aid, retirement fund, and other benefits.
• Opportunities for advanced training in recruitment technologies and strategies.
• Flexible remote work arrangements, supporting work-life balance.
• A dynamic and innovative team environment focused on attracting top talent.