Senior Talent Acquisition Manager

Placements24; Bloemfontein; On-site; ZAR 950,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

competitive salary

comprehensive benefits package

career advancement opportunities inBlo

Job summary

Placements24 in Bloemfontein, SA, seeks a Senior Talent Acquisition Manager to steer end-to-end recruitment, employer branding, and sourcing strategies. You will lead a team of recruiters, align talent initiatives with business goals, and drive workforce growth across diverse roles in South Africa.

The role emphasizes strategic leadership, robust stakeholder collaboration, and delivering a positive candidate experience while scaling recruitment in the Free State region and beyond.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in HR, business administration, or related field.
• 7–10 years of progressive talent acquisition experience.
• 3+ years in management or leadership role.
• Proven ability to scale recruitment functions in fast-paced environments.
• Experience with ATS and recruitment marketing tools.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute comprehensive talent acquisition strategies aligned with business objectives.
• Lead, mentor, and manage a team of talent acquisition specialists.
• Oversee full recruitment lifecycle from sourcing to offer management.
• Develop and implement employer branding initiatives to attract top candidates.
• Utilize sourcing channels including online platforms, networks, and recruitment agencies.
• Build and maintain a strong pipeline for current and future needs.
• Ensure a positive candidate experience throughout the recruitment process.
• Track recruitment metrics like time-to-hire and cost-per-hire.
• Collaborate with hiring managers to understand staffing needs and develop tailored recruitment plans.
• Ensure compliance with labor laws and company policies in South Africa.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Sourcing

Strategic thinking

Recruitment

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR / BA or related field

Tools

ATS

Recruitment marketing tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a rapidly expanding organization in **Bloemfontein, Free State**, is seeking a highly experienced and strategic Senior Talent Acquisition Manager. This role is critical for building and scaling our talent pipeline across various functions and levels within **South Africa**. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of end-to-end recruitment processes, employer branding, and innovative sourcing strategies. You will lead a team of recruiters, drive recruitment strategies, and ensure a positive candidate experience. This is a key leadership position focused on attracting top talent to fuel the company's growth in the **Free State** region and beyond.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute comprehensive talent acquisition strategies aligned with business objectives.
• Lead, mentor, and manage a team of talent acquisition specialists.
• Oversee the full recruitment lifecycle, from sourcing and screening to interviewing and offer management.
• Develop and implement effective employer branding initiatives to attract high-caliber candidates.
• Utilize various sourcing channels, including online platforms, professional networks, and recruitment agencies.
• Build and maintain a strong pipeline of qualified candidates for current and future needs.
• Ensure a consistent and positive candidate experience throughout the recruitment process.
• Track and analyze recruitment metrics (e.g., time-to-hire, cost-per-hire, source effectiveness).
• Collaborate with hiring managers to understand staffing needs and develop tailored recruitment plans.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant labor laws and company policies in **South Africa**.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 7-10 years of progressive experience in talent acquisition/recruitment, with at least 3 years in a management or leadership role.
• Proven track record of successfully building and scaling recruitment functions in a fast-paced environment.
• Extensive experience with applicant tracking systems (ATS) and recruitment marketing tools.
• Strong understanding of employer branding and candidate sourcing strategies.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated ability to build strong relationships with hiring managers and stakeholders.
• Strategic thinker with a hands-on approach to execution.
• Experience recruiting for a diverse range of roles, potentially including technical and senior leadership positions.

Benefits

• competitive salary
• a comprehensive benefits package
• significant opportunities for career advancement within a growing organization located in Bloemfontein

Employees will play a crucial role in shaping the company's future by attracting top talent.

Our client is committed to diversity and inclusion and fostering a dynamic work environment in the **Free State**.