Senior Talent Acquisition Partner

Luno; Wes-Kaap; Hybrid; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading crypto investment platform is looking for a Senior Talent Acquisition Partner to drive the hiring across Tech and Product. The role requires an individual with 5-7 years of strategic Talent Acquisition experience, who can collaborate with stakeholders and provide insights. The ideal candidate has a strong understanding of fintech. This position offers a flexible work policy, annual leave options, and excellent benefits including private medical insurance and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Remote work policy

Annual Inspiration Day

Private medical insurance

Learning platforms access

Social events

Primary caregiver leave

Paw-ternity leave

Fee waivers

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of experience in strategic Talent Acquisition.
• Proven track record in hiring across corporate and technical roles.
• Strong understanding of fintech talent pools and sourcing strategies.

Responsibilities

• Drive end-to-end Talent Acquisition lifecycle.
• Partner with leaders to define talent needs and align initiatives.
• Design training programs for hiring managers.

Skills

Full-cycle Talent Acquisition

Stakeholder management

Data-driven insights

Collaboration

Tools

ATS

CRM

Job description

About us

Luno is the crypto investment app you can rely on, enabling you to buy, store and explore crypto securely. We’re committed to putting the power of cryptocurrency in everyone's hands sensibly and responsibly.

Since 2013, we’ve helped millions of people around the world invest safely in crypto. We do this by cutting through the hype and supporting customers at every step of the way. All products and cryptocurrencies on our platform must first meet stringent legal, risk and technical security standards.

Transparency is key for us. Luno stores all crypto on a 1:1 basis and we have rigorous processes in place so you can be confident your investment is secure. We’re available in more than 40 countries around the world and we work closely with respective regulators in all of these markets to be fully compliant, as we believe this is the best way to help everyone, everywhere, invest safely.

About the team

The Talent Team is central to Luno’s growth, ensuring we attract, develop, and retain the best talent globally. As a Talent Acquisition Partner, you will be a vital part of this function, directly supporting the expansion and attrition of our core business units, including our tech function. You will join a highly collaborative and strategic team dedicated to operational excellence, diversity, and delivering an exceptional experience for both candidates and hiring teams.

The role in a nutshell

You will be the strategic senior talent partner responsible for driving end-to-end Talent Acquisition across both Tech and Product. This role requires a balance of hands‑on Talent Acquisition, strategic process optimisation, and proactive stakeholder management to ensure we secure the diverse, high‑calibre talent needed to achieve Luno's ambitious growth objectives.

Your mission will be

• Deliver the full Talent Acquisition lifecycle, leading and executing end-to-end hiring from strategic sourcing to offer management across a wide range of functions, including technical roles
• Partner with senior business leaders to define talent needs, aligning Talent Acquisition initiatives with overarching organisational growth plans and providing data‑driven insights on talent pools and market availability
• To become an expert in People and TA systems (ATS, CRM, etc.), leveraging tools to automate, track, and enhance Talent Acquisition outcomes
• Enhance Capability and Brand: Design and deliver training programmes for hiring managers on best‑in‑class interviewing, technical competency frameworks, and DEI‑aligned practices. Champion a best‑in‑class candidate experience and actively shape Luno's employer value proposition

A little about you

• 5 - 7 years experience working within full‑cycle, strategic Talent Acquisition, with a proven track record of successfully hiring across both core corporate functions and specialised technical roles
• Fintech experience would be a plus. Crypto fintech experience would be ideal
• You possess a strong understanding of a wide range of talent pools and sourcing strategies specific to the fintech industry
• You are a natural collaborator, adept at partnering with stakeholders and providing clear, data‑driven market insights to guide strategic workforce decisions
• You are passionate about creating a positive candidate experience and shaping an inclusive employer brand

Life at Luno

• Remote but reachable work policy gives you the freedom to choose between working from home or the office
• Enjoy an Annual Inspiration Day in addition to your annual leave, which increases with your length of service, plus the option to buy or sell up to five days of leave
• Improve body and mind, with excellent private medical insurance
• Access to Learnably and our additional learning platforms for your personal and professional development
• A collaborative, friendly work community, with regular social events and classes hosted by our Lunauts
• 6 months primary care‑giver leave
• Paw‑ternity leave for your furry friend
• 0 fees up to a certain amount with Luno from the day you start.
• Offer only available on Luno Instant Buy, not Luno Exchange

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status