Talent Acquisition Specialist

Staff Solutions; Sandton; On-site; ZAR 350,000 - 500,000; Full time

Job summary

Staff Solutions in Sandton, Gauteng is seeking a Recruitment Specialist to lead the end-to-end hiring process. You will develop recruitment strategies, source candidates across multiple channels, and screen applicants for fit and qualification.

The role requires strong interviewing skills, competency-based practices, and experience with recruitment platforms. You will collaborate with hiring managers, manage timelines, and ensure compliance with EE laws.

Qualifications

• NQF Level 5 HRM or related qualifications.
• Minimum 3 years recruitment agency experience.
• Experience with candidate sourcing platforms (P-Net, LinkedIn, Social Media, Career-Junction).
• Targeted Selection/ Competency-based Interviewing knowledge.
• Experience using SuccessFactors is an advantage.
• Proven experience as Recruitment/Talent Specialist or in a similar role.
• Strong knowledge of recruitment strategies and techniques.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Recruitment project management experience is essential.
• Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
• Knowledge of legislation related to recruitment and selection.
• System use, report creation, recruitment database management, and trend analysis skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement recruitment strategies to attract a diverse pool of qualified candidates.
• Source potential candidates through job boards, social media, and professional networks.
• Screen resumes and applications to identify qualified candidates for further evaluation.
• Conduct interviews with candidates and evaluate qualifications and fit.
• Coordinate and schedule interviews with hiring managers.
• Collaborate with hiring managers to understand their hiring needs and requirements.
• Manage the entire recruitment process from sourcing to final selection.
• Ensure compliance with equal employment opportunity laws and regulations.
• Stay updated on recruitment trends and best practices to improve strategies.

Skills

Recruitment strategies

Interviewing techniques

Stakeholder management

Analytical thinking

Recruitment project management

Attention to detail

Legislation knowledge

Reporting & trend analysis

Communication

Education

NQF Level 5 HRM or related

Tools

SuccessFactors

Job description

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS

• Develop and implement recruitment strategies to attract a diverse pool of qualified candidates
• Source potential candidates through various channels, including job boards, social media, and professional networks
• Identify potential gaps existing within the current recruitment process and implement improvement initiatives
• Lead multiple recruitment projects especially continuous improvement projects
• Screen resumes and applications to identify qualified candidates for further evaluation
• Conduct interviews with candidates, evaluate their qualifications and fit for the position
• Coordinate and schedule interviews with hiring managers.
• Collaborate with hiring managers to understand their hiring needs and requirements.
• Manage the entire recruitment process, from initial candidate sourcing to final selection.
• Ensure compliance with equal employment opportunity laws and other relevant regulations.
• Stay updated on recruitment trends and best practices to continuously improve our recruitment strategies.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• NQF Level 5 (240 credits – 8 level framework) Human Resources Management or related qualifications
• Recruitment agency experience (Minimum 3 years)
• Must have experience working on candidate sourcing platforms (P-Net, LinkedIn, Social Media, Career-Junction etc.)
• Targeted Selection/ Competency-based Interviewing System & Knowledge is essential
• Experience in SuccessFactors system will be an added advantage
• Proven experience as a Recruitment/ Talent Specialist or in a similar role
• Strong knowledge of recruitment strategies and techniques
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Recruitment project management experience is essential
• Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
• Knowledge of relevant legislation and regulations related to recruitment and selection.
• Strong skills in system use, report creation, recruitment database management, and trend analysis