Talent Acquisition Specialist - South Africa

IQVIA LLC; Centurion; On-site; ZAR 400,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

A global healthcare services provider is seeking a Talent Acquisition Specialist in Centurion, South Africa. In this role, you will manage end-to-end recruitment efforts, collaborate with hiring managers, and ensure timely hiring of top talent. Ideal candidates have a Bachelor's degree and at least 3 years of recruitment experience, preferably in clinical settings. This position offers an opportunity to contribute to an inclusive recruitment process and drive talent acquisition initiatives.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience in recruitment or related HR function.
• Solid understanding of recruitment laws in the African market.
• Experience in clinical recruitment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Partner with hiring managers to understand staffing needs.
• Draft job descriptions and manage postings.
• Screen resumes and conduct interviews.
• Coordinate recruitment campaigns.

Skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Customer-focused mindset

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS)

Job description

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Talent Acquisition Specialist - South Africa

Apply locations Centurion, South Africa time type Full time posted on Posted Yesterday time left to apply End Date: August 19, 2025 (4 days left to apply) job requisition id R1488002

Talent Acquisition Specialist – South Africa
Department:Talent Acquisition- EMEA Clinical
Company:IQVIA

About the Role

IQVIA is seeking a dynamic and drivenTalent Acquisition Specialistto join our growing team in South Africa. In this role, you’ll play a key part in attracting top talent across the region by supporting end-to-end recruitment efforts for a designated business unit. You’ll collaborate closely with hiring managers, HR partners, and external networks to ensure we hire the best candidates in a timely and cost-effective manner.

Key Responsibilities

• Partner with hiring managers to understand staffing needs and develop tailored recruitment strategies.
• Draft compelling job descriptions and manage job postings across various platforms.
• Screen resumes, conduct interviews, and assess candidates’ qualifications, experience, and cultural fit.
• Coordinate and execute recruitment campaigns, including job fairs and university outreach.
• Build and maintain a strong pipeline of qualified candidates through proactive sourcing and networking.
• Collaborate with external recruitment agencies and leverage online tools to expand candidate reach.
• Provide guidance to hiring teams on best practices in interviewing and selection.
• Ensure compliance with local hiring regulations and internal policies, including applicant tracking.
• Stay informed on market trends, salary benchmarks, and competitor hiring practices.
• Support diversity hiring initiatives and contribute to an inclusive recruitment process.
• Deliver timely updates and insights to business leaders on recruitment progress and challenges.

Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor’s degree required; equivalent experience may be considered.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in recruitment or a related HR function. Experience of Clinical recruitment is preferable.
• Solid understanding of recruitment laws and best practices in the African market.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and applicant tracking systems (ATS).
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• High level of discretion and professionalism.
• Customer-focused mindset with a proactive approach to problem-solving.
• Awareness of market dynamics and talent trends in the region.

IQVIA is a leading global provider of clinical research services, commercial insights and healthcare intelligence to the life sciences and healthcare industries. We create intelligent connections to accelerate the development and commercialization of innovative medical treatments to help improve patient outcomes and population health worldwide . Learn more at https://jobs.iqvia.com

About Us

IQVIA is a leading global provider of clinical research services, commercial insights and healthcare intelligence to the life sciences and healthcare industries. We create connections that accelerate the development and commercialization of innovative medical treatments. Everything we do is part of a journey to improve patient outcomes and population health worldwide.

To get there, we seek out diverse talent with curious minds and a relentless commitment to innovation and impact. No matter your role, everyone at IQVIA contributes to our shared goal of helping customers improve the lives of patients everywhere. Thank you for your interest in growing your career with us.