Senior Talent Acquisition Manager

Placements24; Benoni; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental & vision cover

Retirement plan with company match

Generous paid time off

Professional development & certs

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Placements24 in Benoni, South Africa, seeks a Senior Talent Acquisition Manager to lead recruitment for the growing tech-focused team. The role blends on-site interaction with remote flexibility, requiring a strategic mind to drive innovative TA programs and employee branding.

You will own the full lifecycle, build strong pipelines, and mentor junior TA staff, shaping the workforce and employer brand for a dynamic firm.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 years in talent acquisition or recruitment with at least 3 years in a senior/manager role.
• Proven track record of developing and implementing recruitment strategies, especially in tech.
• Strong full-cycle recruitment experience: sourcing, interviewing, and offers.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience with ATS and recruitment technologies.
• Hybrid work model with on-site collaboration in Benoni.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive talent acquisition strategies to meet hiring needs across departments.
• Manage end-to-end recruitment process from sourcing to offer negotiation.
• Build and maintain talent pipelines for critical roles.
• Partner with hiring managers to understand staffing requirements and provide guidance.
• Develop and execute employer branding initiatives to attract top talent.
• Utilize recruitment channels including online boards, social media, and networks.
• Track recruitment metrics to measure effectiveness and identify improvements.
• Ensure a positive candidate experience throughout the process.
• Stay updated on market trends and best practices in TA.
• Mentor junior members of the TA team if applicable.

Skills

Talent acquisition

Recruitment strategy

Stakeholder management

ATS experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR / Business

Tools

ATS systems

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a rapidly expanding technology firm, is seeking a strategic and experienced Senior Talent Acquisition Manager to lead recruitment efforts for its growing team in the Benoni area. This role operates on a hybrid basis, requiring regular interaction with hiring managers and HR teams on-site, while offering flexibility for remote work. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in developing and executing innovative talent acquisition strategies, building strong talent pipelines, and managing the full recruitment lifecycle for various roles, from entry-level to senior executive positions. You will be instrumental in attracting top-tier talent, enhancing the employer brand, and ensuring a positive candidate experience. This is an exciting opportunity to shape the future workforce of a dynamic organization. Your expertise will be critical in scaling our talent acquisition function.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive talent acquisition strategies to meet the company's hiring needs across all departments.
• Manage the end-to-end recruitment process, from sourcing and screening to interviewing and offer negotiation.
• Build and maintain robust talent pipelines for critical and hard-to-fill roles.
• Partner closely with hiring managers to understand their staffing requirements and provide expert recruitment guidance.
• Develop and execute employer branding initiatives to attract top talent.
• Utilize various recruitment channels, including online job boards, social media, and professional networks.
• Track and analyze recruitment metrics to measure effectiveness and identify areas for improvement.
• Ensure a positive and engaging candidate experience throughout the recruitment process.
• Stay abreast of market trends and best practices in talent acquisition.
• Manage and mentor junior members of the talent acquisition team, if applicable.

Requirements

• A minimum of 6 years of experience in talent acquisition or recruitment, with at least 3 years in a senior or management role.
• Proven experience in developing and implementing successful recruitment strategies, particularly within the tech industry.
• Strong understanding of full-cycle recruitment, including sourcing, interviewing, and offer management.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience using Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and other recruitment technologies.
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid model, balancing remote duties with on-site collaboration in Benoni.
• Demonstrated ability to build strong relationships with hiring managers and candidates.
• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Proactive and results-oriented with a keen eye for talent.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonus opportunities.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Retirement savings plan with company match.
• Generous paid time off and holiday allowance.
• Opportunities for professional development and certification.
• A dynamic and innovative work environment.
• Employee assistance program and wellness initiatives.