Talent Acquisition Specialist

Boardroom Appointments; Sandton; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency in Sandton is looking for a Talent Acquisition Specialist to develop and execute acquisition strategies aligned with organizational goals. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of full-cycle recruitment experience, particularly in high-volume environments. Responsibilities include improving recruitment processes and partnering with hiring managers. This role requires a strong understanding of labour legislation and excellent interpersonal skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years experience in full-cycle recruitment.
• Proven ability in managing diverse talent pipelines.
• Strong understanding of labour legislation and hiring practices.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute talent acquisition strategies.
• Partner with hiring managers to build talent pipelines.
• Continuously improve recruitment tools and processes.

Skills

Recruitment experience

Sourcing and headhunting

Interpersonal skills

HRIS or ATS platforms

Education

National Diploma or Degree in Human Resources Management

Job description

Talent Acquisition Specialist

Minimum Skills and Knowledge Required

• National Diploma or Degree in Human Resources Management or related Business Sciences qualification.
• Minimum of 5 years experience in full-cycle recruitment, ideally in a high-volume or complex hiring environment.
• Proven ability in sourcing, headhunting, and managing diverse talent pipelines.
• Demonstrated success in improving recruitment systems, workflows, and operational efficiency.
• Sound understanding of labour legislation, hiring practices, and transformation policies.
• Experience in developing and executing recruitment strategies, policies, and talent attraction initiatives.
• Strong computer literacy and hands-on experience with HRIS or ATS platforms.

• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build trusted relationships.

Key Performance Areas (KPAs)

• Develop and execute talent acquisition strategies aligned with organizational goals and workforce plans.
• Partner with hiring managers to understand business needs and build targeted talent pipelines for key roles.
• Continuously improve recruitment tools, systems, and processes to enhance efficiency and candidate experience.
• Serve as a brand ambassador, leveraging employer branding to position The Company as an employer of choice.
• Manage and analyse recruitment data, identify trends, and provide insights to inform decision-making.
• Ensure all recruitment activities are conducted in compliance with labour laws, internal policies, and transformation objectives.