Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist - Remote

Placements24; Stellenbosch; Hybrid; ZAR 620.000 - 980.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Full remote work

Career development opportunities

Global team exposure

Leading recruitment technology

Zusammenfassung

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist to join a remote-first recruitment team. You will manage full-cycle recruitment for senior roles and design sourcing strategies to attract top talent across industries.

Based in South Africa, you will collaborate with hiring managers, conduct behavioral interviews, and negotiate offers while ensuring compliance with SA employment laws and performance KPIs.

Qualifikationen

• 5+ years in talent acquisition with specialist roles.
• Experience managing remote, high-volume recruitment projects.
• Proficient in sourcing on LinkedIn Recruiter and niche boards.
• Knowledge of South Africa employment law.

Aufgaben

• Manage full-cycle recruitment for senior-level roles.
• Develop and implement sourcing strategies to attract candidates.
• Conduct behavioral and competency-based interviews.
• Partner with hiring managers to tailor recruitment plans.
• Build and maintain a strong candidate pipeline.
• Negotiate job offers and oversee pre-employment screening.
• Utilize ATS for efficient candidate management.
• Contribute to employer branding and talent pools.

Kenntnisse

Talent acquisition

Sourcing strategies

Interviewing

Negotiation

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree

Tools

LinkedIn Recruiter

ATS

HR technologies

Jobbeschreibung

About the Role

Our client, a rapidly growing international recruitment consultancy, is seeking a highly experienced Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist to join their fully remote team. This role is ideal for a driven professional based anywhere in South Africa who excels at identifying and attracting top-tier talent across various industries, with a strong emphasis on specialist and niche roles. You will be responsible for managing the end-to-end recruitment process, developing innovative sourcing strategies, and building strong relationships with hiring managers. This is a remote-first position, offering unparalleled flexibility and the opportunity to work within a globally connected team. You will play a crucial role in shaping our client's talent acquisition function, ensuring they attract and retain the best professionals. The successful candidate will possess exceptional communication, negotiation, and strategic sourcing skills, coupled with a deep understanding of the talent market. If you are passionate about recruitment and thrive in a dynamic, autonomous, and digitally enabled environment, this remote opportunity is perfect for you.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage full-cycle recruitment for complex and senior-level roles across diverse business units.
• Develop and implement innovative and effective sourcing strategies to attract passive and active candidates.
• Conduct thorough candidate assessments, including behavioral and competency-based interviews.
• Partner closely with hiring managers to understand their needs and develop tailored recruitment plans.
• Build and maintain a strong pipeline of qualified candidates for critical roles.
• Provide expert advice and market intelligence to hiring managers on talent acquisition trends.
• Negotiate complex job offers and manage the pre-employment screening process.
• Utilize and optimize the Applicant Tracking System (ATS) for efficient candidate management.
• Contribute to employer branding initiatives and talent pool development.
• Achieve and exceed key performance indicators (KPIs) related to time-to-hire, candidate quality, and hiring manager satisfaction.

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in talent acquisition or recruitment consultancy, with a focus on specialist roles.
• Proven ability to manage high-volume and complex recruitment projects in a remote setting.
• Expertise in sourcing strategies across various platforms, including LinkedIn Recruiter and niche job boards.
• Excellent interviewing, assessment, and negotiation skills.
• Strong understanding of employment law and best practices in South Africa.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build rapport at all levels.
• Proficiency with Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and HR technologies.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines in a remote environment.
• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and attractive performance-based incentives.
• Full remote work arrangement, offering ultimate flexibility.
• Significant opportunities for career advancement and professional development.
• Work with a global team and collaborate on international recruitment projects.
• Access to leading recruitment technology and resources.
• Be part of a forward-thinking and innovative recruitment consultancy.
• Contribute to shaping the talent acquisition strategy of a growing firm.
• Continuous learning and development in talent acquisition best practices.