Senior Recruiter (CPT)

Datafin Recruitment; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is looking for a Senior Recruiter based in Cape Town. You will be responsible for managing all recruitment processes, ensuring top talent acquisition for the hospitality industry. Ideal candidates should have over 5 years of experience in recruitment, proficiency in LinkedIn, and strong administrative skills. The role requires excellent communication and problem-solving abilities, with a focus on maintaining candidate relationships.

Qualifications

• Matric / Grade 12 certificate required.
• 5+ years of recruitment experience required.
• Strong proficiency in LinkedIn and social media tools.

Responsibilities

• Manage recruitment processes for new staff.
• Conduct interviews and assess candidates.
• Ensure new staff onboarding is effective.

Skills

Recruitment experience

Strong administrative skills

Proficiency in LinkedIn

Social media skills

Education

Matric Certificate / Grade 12

Tertiary qualification in Labour Relations, Human Resources, or People Management

Job description

Job Title: Senior Recruiter (CPT)

Job Location: Western Cape, Cape Town

Deadline: September 01, 2025

Environment

• Take charge of the recruitment and induction of new staff, ensuring procedures are followed in a fair and transparent manner. Your expertise as a Senior Recruiter is sought by a Tourism and Hospitality company providing luxury accommodation.
• Work closely with Hiring Managers and the Human Resources Department to process forms, shortlist candidates, schedule interviews, communicate with candidates, and provide high-quality, professional recruitment services through effective administration of all recruitment systems based on policies and procedures for all permanent and part-time employees.
• The successful candidate will require Matric / Grade 12, preferably a tertiary qualification in Labour Relations / Human Resources or People Management, with 5 years of recruitment experience, including strong administrative skills, proficiency in LinkedIn, and experience with social media tools such as Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook.

Duties

Operations

• Actively source candidates suitable for the Hospitality Industry and post vacancies.
• Collect applications, facilitate assessments (screening and interviews), send reference checks, and handle employment offers and contracts.
• Ensure all required documents are collected from new staff, including family book, degrees, ID, proof of bank, Vaccine Certificate, etc.
• Understand the culture and character of each department/property to match potential candidates appropriately.
• Advertise vacancies on various platforms, including online listing websites and social media.
• Ensure candidates have contactable references for management.
• Complete pre-screening, reference checks, and shortlisting.
• Brief candidates on the position, responsibilities, and company.
• Keep track of all ongoing recruitment activities.
• Serve on interview panels as requested.

Administration

• Develop and maintain a database of candidates categorized by employment level and qualification.
• Communicate interview outcomes and process recruitment paperwork for approval.
• Send official job offers, both verbal and written.
• Review job descriptions, salary grades, and position classifications regularly.

Financial

• Ensure recruitment aligns with the manpower plan and budget.
• Manage recruitment fees and ensure payments are completed if a candidate breaks their contract.
• Meet recruitment targets.

Managing

• Manage the Career Custodians LinkedIn profile to maximize its use for recruitment.
• Ensure probation periods for new staff are properly set and assessed on time.
• Create enthusiasm and team buy-in during organizational restructuring.

Human Resources

• Lead recruitment processes in coordination with Hiring Managers.
• Coordinate logistics for new staff onboarding.
• Ensure new staff receive comprehensive information about the organization, policies, procedures, and IT requirements.
• Visit hotels, institutions, and NGOs to build relationships.
• Promote understanding of personal and career development protocols among team members.
• Maintain relationships with candidates.
• Be available telephonically at all times and responsive to emails.

Requirements

Qualifications

• Matric Certificate / Grade 12
• Tertiary qualification in Labour Relations, Human Resources, or People Management is advantageous.

Experience / Skills

• Minimum 5 years of recruitment experience
• Strong administrative skills
• Proficiency in LinkedIn and social media platforms (Instagram, Twitter, Facebook)

Attributes

• Fluent in English with strong communication skills
• Problem-solving and creative thinking
• Influencing skills and teamwork
• Adaptability and flexibility
• Attention to detail and quality
• Ethics and integrity
• Tact and coaching ability
• Fiscal responsibility
• Target and incentive-driven mindset