Talent Acquisition, Offer, and Recruitment Specialist

Recruitment Matters Africa Pvt Ltd; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Talent Acquisition Offer and Recruitment Specialist to manage end-to-end recruitment processes with a focus on candidates in Francophone countries. The ideal candidate will have 5-7 years of HR experience, fluency in French, and strong skills in negotiation and communication. This full-time position is based in Cape Town, South Africa.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of progressive experience in Human Resources.
• 3-4 years in a dedicated Talent Acquisition role.
• Fluency in French (C1/C2) is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Manage full lifecycle recruitment from requisition to onboarding.
• Lead offer negotiation for candidates in Francophone countries.
• Ensure compliance with local labor laws.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Negotiation skills

Problem-solving

Cultural sensitivity

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources

Postgraduate qualification in HR

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS)

Talent Management Systems (TMS)

Job description

The Talent Acquisition Offer and Recruitment Specialist will play a critical role in sourcing attracting and securing top talent for our organization with a particular emphasis on managing the offer process especially for candidates in Francophone countries. This role requires a strong understanding of end-to-end recruitment HR best practices and the ability to navigate diverse cultural and legal landscapes related to employment offers.

Key Responsibilities :

• Full Lifecycle Recruitment : Manage the entire recruitment process from requisition to onboarding including :
• Partnering with hiring managers to understand staffing needs and develop robust recruitment strategies.
• Crafting compelling job descriptions and advertisements.
• Sourcing candidates through various channels (e.g. LinkedIn job boards networking referrals).
• Screening resumes conducting initial interviews and presenting qualified candidates to hiring managers.
• Coordinating and scheduling interviews including managing interview panels.
• Providing a positive candidate experience throughout the recruitment journey.
• Offer Management (Francophone Expertise)
• Lead the offer negotiation and extension process ensuring compliance with local labor laws and compensation benchmarks.
• Specific focus and proven experience in managing complex offer processes for candidates based in Francophone countries (e.g. France Belgium Switzerland Canada - Quebec African Francophone nations) including an understanding of local employment contracts benefits structures and cultural nuances related to offer acceptance.
• Prepare and issue professional offer letters and employment contracts in French and English as required.
• Advise hiring managers and candidates on offer terms benefits and company policies.
• Facilitate background checks and pre-employment requirements.
• Proactively build and maintain a pipeline of qualified candidates for critical and frequently recruited roles.
• Develop strong relationships with hiring managers HR Business Partners and candidates to ensure effective and timely recruitment.
• Utilize and optimize the Applicant Tracking System (ATS) and other HR / Talent Management systems to manage candidate data track recruitment metrics and generate reports.
• Contribute to initiatives that enhance the companys employer brand and attract high-caliber candidates.
• Ensure all recruitment activities comply with company policies local labor laws and ethical recruitment practices.
• Track and report on recruitment metrics (e.g. time-to-hire source of hire offer acceptance rates) to identify trends and areas for improvement.

Skills & Competencies :

Excellent communication interpersonal and negotiation skills.

Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.

High level of integrity and ability to handle confidential information.

Strong problem-solving abilities and a proactive approach.

Cultural sensitivity and the ability to work effectively with diverse populations.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word Excel PowerPoint).

Qualifications :

Minimum HR Qualification : A Bachelors degree in Human Resources Business Administration or a related field. A postgraduate qualification in HR is highly advantageous.

Fluency in French : Must be fluent in both written and spoken French (C1 / C2 level proficiency). This is a non-negotiable requirement.

Experience :

Minimum of 5-7 years of progressive experience in Human Resources with at least 3-4 years specifically in a dedicated Talent Acquisition or Recruitment role.

Demonstrable experience in managing the offer process for candidates in Francophone countries is essential.

Proven experience working in a corporate environment (e.g. large multinational corporation professional services firm).

Solid experience with various sourcing techniques and recruitment strategies.

Hands-on experience with Talent Management Systems (TMS) and Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) is mandatory.

Key Skills

Illustration,Defence,HVAC,AJAX,Drafting,Customer Development

Employment Type : Full-time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1