Talent Acquisition Specialist - Cape Town

Mindmatch Consulting; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 279,000 - 390,600; Full time

Job summary

Mindmatch Consulting is looking for a Recruitment Consultant based in Cape Town, South Africa. The role entails managing the recruitment lifecycle, partnering with hiring managers, and ensuring a positive candidate experience.

The ideal candidate will have a relevant HR qualification and over 3 years of experience in recruitment or talent acquisition. Exceptional communication skills and an understanding of recruitment best practices are essential.

Join us in shaping the future of talent acquisition in the health and wellness industry.

Qualifications

• 3 + years experience in recruitment or talent acquisition.
• Strong understanding of recruitment best practices.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full recruitment lifecycle from job brief to offer stage.
• Build and maintain a strong talent pipeline for current and future roles.
• Deliver a professional and engaging candidate experience throughout the process.
• Collaborate with hiring managers on offer terms and negotiate salary and benefits packages.
• Track recruitment metrics and ensure compliance with company policies.

Skills

Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Ability to build relationships, network, and influence stakeholders

High attention to detail and organisational skills

Ability to work in a fast paced, high volume environment

Problem solving and decision making ability

Education

Relevant qualification in Human Resources

Tools

Applicant Tracking Systems (Zoho People & Zoho Recruit)

Job description

Recruitment & Sourcing

• Manage the full recruitment lifecycle from job brief to offer stage
• Source candidates through various channels (job boards, social media, referrals, networking)
• Build and maintain a strong talent pipeline for current and future roles

Stakeholder Management

• Partner with hiring managers to understand role requirements and team dynamics
• Provide guidance on market trends, salary benchmarking, and hiring strategies
• Ensure alignment on timelines and expectations
• Devise and implement recruitment strategies to attract top‑tier talent in the health and wellness industry.
• Collaborate with hiring managers on offer terms and negotiate salary and benefits packages.
• Establish and maintain strategic partnerships with external organisations, institutions, and industry stakeholders to build and sustain a strong talent pipeline.

Candidate Experience

• Deliver a professional and engaging candidate experience throughout the process
• Conduct initial screenings and coordinate interviews
• Provide timely feedback to candidates and stakeholders
• Assist in the onboarding process to ensure a smooth transition for new hires.

Employer Branding

• Promote the company’s employer brand across recruitment platforms
• Support initiatives to attract diverse and high-quality talent
• Participate in recruitment campaigns, career fairs, and networking events

Administration & Reporting

• Maintain accurate recruitment data and documentation
• Track recruitment metrics (time-to-fill, quality of hire, etc.)
• Ensure compliance with company policies and relevant labour legislation

Job Requirements

• Relevant qualification in Human Resources
• 3 + years experience in recruitment or talent acquisition
• Experience with Applicant Tracking Systems (Zoho People & Zoho Recruit advantageous)
• Strong understanding of recruitment best practices

Skills & Competencies

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to build relationships, network, and influence stakeholders
• High attention to detail and organisational skills
• Ability to work in a fast paced, high volume environment
• Problem solving and decision making ability

Preferred Attributes

• Experience in retail or multi site recruitment (advantageous)
• Knowledge of South African labour legislation
• Passion for people and building strong teams