Talent Acquisition Specialist

Placements24; South Africa; Remote; ZAR 360,000 - 560,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote working opportunity.

Professional development and training

Collaborative remote team

Work with leaders across South Africa

Job summary

WhatJobs Direct in South Africa is seeking a proactive Talent Acquisition Specialist to join our remote team. You will drive the full recruitment lifecycle, from understanding hiring needs to extending offers, with a focus on delivering an exceptional candidate experience.

Based remotely, you will partner with hiring managers across Limpopo and other regions, build a diverse talent pipeline, and leverage sourcing tools like LinkedIn Recruiter to fill critical roles.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in HR, Psychology, Business Administration, or related field.
• 3+ years in talent acquisition or recruitment, high-volume preferred.
• Experience with ATS and LinkedIn Recruiter.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end recruitment for assigned roles from posting to offers.
• Develop sourcing strategies to attract diverse candidates.
• Partner with hiring managers to understand needs.
• Conduct interviews, assessments, and reference checks.
• Build and maintain a strong talent pipeline across locations.

Skills

Interviewing

Candidate evaluation

Negotiation

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in HR / Psychology / Business Admin

Tools

ATS

LinkedIn Recruiter

MS Office

Job description

About the Role

Our client, WhatJobs Direct, is searching for a proactive and results-driven Talent Acquisition Specialist to join their team. This is a fully remote position, ideal for candidates in or near **Polokwane, Limpopo**, who are passionate about sourcing and attracting top talent. You will be responsible for the full recruitment lifecycle, from understanding hiring needs to extending offers. This role requires exceptional networking skills, a keen ability to assess candidates, and a commitment to providing an outstanding candidate experience. The successful applicant will work closely with hiring managers to identify and secure the best talent for various roles within the organization, contributing to its growth and success across **Limpopo** and beyond.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the end-to-end recruitment process for assigned roles, including job posting, sourcing, screening, interviewing, and offer negotiation.
• Develop and implement effective sourcing strategies to attract a diverse pool of qualified candidates.
• Partner closely with hiring managers to understand their recruitment needs and provide expert guidance.
• Conduct thorough candidate assessments through interviews, psychometric tests, and reference checks.
• Build and maintain a strong talent pipeline for critical roles within **Polokwane** and other locations.
• Utilize various recruitment tools and platforms, including LinkedIn Recruiter, job boards, and social media.
• Ensure a positive and professional candidate experience throughout the recruitment process.
• Track recruitment metrics and provide regular reports on hiring progress and pipeline status.
• Stay updated on market trends and best practices in talent acquisition.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Psychology, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in talent acquisition or recruitment, preferably in a high-volume environment.
• Proven experience with various sourcing techniques and recruitment technologies (ATS, LinkedIn Recruiter).
• Excellent interviewing, assessment, and candidate evaluation skills.
• Strong understanding of labour laws related to recruitment and selection.
• Exceptional communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively in a remote, fast-paced environment.
• Self-motivated with a strong sense of urgency and a results-oriented mindset.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite.

Benefits

• Fully remote working opportunity.
• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
• Opportunity to shape the talent landscape for a growing company.
• Exposure to diverse roles and industries.
• Professional development and training in recruitment best practices.
• Be part of a collaborative and supportive remote team.
• Work with key business leaders across **South Africa**.