Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist

Placements24; Durban; Hybrid; ZAR 420,000 - 660,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Continuous learning

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 in Durban is seeking a dynamic Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist to lead end-to-end recruitment for a diverse client base across KwaZulu-Natal. You will drive sourcing, screening, and placement, partnering with hiring managers to understand needs and refine strategies.

This hybrid role offers a competitive salary, opportunities for growth, and a supportive team environment within a leading consultancy.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years of experience in recruitment or talent acquisition, preferably in a consultancy setting.
• Strong skills in candidate sourcing, interviewing, and assessment techniques.
• Proficiency with ATS and other recruitment technologies.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple requisitions simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
• Relevant tertiary qualification is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Manage recruitment processes for a variety of roles, ensuring timely and effective placements.
• Utilize diverse sourcing channels to identify and engage qualified candidates.
• Conduct thorough candidate screenings and interviews to assess skills, experience, and cultural fit.
• Maintain accurate candidate records and update the Applicant Tracking System (ATS) regularly.
• Provide a positive candidate experience throughout the recruitment journey.
• Collaborate with hiring managers to understand their needs and refine recruitment strategies.

Skills

Candidate sourcing

Interviewing

Assessment techniques

ATS proficiency

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Tertiary qualification

Tools

ATS

Job description

About the Role Our client, a prominent Recruitment Consultancy based in Durban , seeks a dynamic and results-oriented Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist . You will play a crucial role in identifying and attracting top talent for our diverse client base across KwaZulu-Natal . This position requires a proactive approach to sourcing, engaging, and managing candidates through the entire recruitment lifecycle. If you are passionate about connecting exceptional professionals with outstanding career opportunities, this role offers a fantastic platform for growth and impact within a leading consultancy.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage recruitment processes for a variety of roles, ensuring timely and effective placements.
• Utilize diverse sourcing channels to identify and engage qualified candidates.
• Conduct thorough candidate screenings and interviews to assess skills, experience, and cultural fit.
• Maintain accurate candidate records and update the Applicant Tracking System (ATS) regularly.
• Provide a positive candidate experience throughout the recruitment journey.
• Collaborate with hiring managers to understand their needs and refine recruitment strategies.

Requirements

• Minimum 4 years of experience in recruitment or talent acquisition, preferably in a consultancy setting.
• Strong skills in candidate sourcing, interviewing, and assessment techniques.
• Proficiency with ATS and other recruitment technologies.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple requisitions simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
• Relevant tertiary qualification is an advantage.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and attractive performance incentives.
• Hybrid work arrangement providing work-life balance.
• Opportunities for continuous learning and professional development.
• Work within a supportive and collaborative team environment in Durban .
• Access to a broad network of clients and candidates.