Talent Acquisition Specialist - Tech Recruitment

Placements24; Polokwane; Hybrid; ZAR 360,000 - 540,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Performance bonuses

Hybrid work arrangement

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a proactive Talent Acquisition Specialist in Polokwane, Limpopo, balancing in-office collaboration with remote flexibility. You will lead the full recruitment lifecycle for technical roles, building robust pipelines to meet growing tech hiring needs.

Ideal candidates will have strong sourcing, interviewing, and ATS skills, plus experience with LinkedIn Recruiter and stakeholder management in a hybrid environment. Familiarity with the local market is a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in HR, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 4+ years of recruitment experience with a strong focus on technology roles.
• Proven experience sourcing and attracting technical talent (e.g., software engineers, data analysts, IT support).
• Proficiency with LinkedIn Recruiter and other sourcing tools; experience with ATS.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full recruitment cycle for technical positions, including sourcing, screening, interviewing, and offering.
• Develop and implement effective sourcing strategies to attract passive and active tech candidates through multiple channels.
• Build and maintain a strong pipeline of qualified candidates for current and future hiring needs.
• Conduct in-depth interviews to assess candidate skills, experience, cultural fit, and motivation.
• Partner with hiring managers to understand their technical requirements and provide guidance on recruitment best practices.
• Ensure a positive candidate experience with timely communication and feedback.
• Utilize the ATS to manage candidate data and track progress.
• Stay informed about tech industry trends, market intelligence, and competitive landscape.

Skills

Sourcing tech talent

Interviewing

ATS proficiency

LinkedIn Recruiter

Stakeholder management

Hybrid work adaptation

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR / Business

Tools

ATS platforms

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a proactive and results-oriented Talent Acquisition Specialist with a specialization in recruiting for technical roles. This position will be based in Polokwane, Limpopo, and will operate on a hybrid model, balancing in-office collaboration with remote flexibility. You will be responsible for the full recruitment lifecycle, from sourcing and screening to interviewing and offering, with a specific focus on attracting top-tier tech talent. The ideal candidate has a strong understanding of the tech landscape, proven experience in sourcing hard-to-find candidates, and excellent interviewing and assessment skills. You will work closely with hiring managers to understand their needs and build robust talent pipelines to meet the organization's growing demands. This role is crucial for building a high-performing technology team within our client's dynamic environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the full recruitment cycle for technical positions, including sourcing, screening, interviewing, and offering.
• Develop and implement effective sourcing strategies to attract passive and active tech candidates through various channels (e.g., LinkedIn Recruiter, job boards, networking events).
• Build and maintain a strong pipeline of qualified candidates for current and future hiring needs.
• Conduct in-depth interviews to assess candidate skills, experience, cultural fit, and motivation.
• Partner with hiring managers to understand their technical requirements and provide guidance on recruitment best practices.
• Ensure a positive candidate experience throughout the recruitment process, providing timely communication and feedback.
• Utilize the Applicant Tracking System (ATS) effectively to manage candidate data and track progress.
• Stay informed about industry trends, market intelligence, and competitive landscape related to tech recruitment.
• Contribute to employer branding initiatives to enhance the company's reputation as an employer of choice in the tech sector.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in recruitment, with a significant focus on technology roles.
• Proven experience in sourcing and attracting technical talent (e.g., software engineers, data analysts, IT support).
• Proficiency with LinkedIn Recruiter and other sourcing tools.
• Experience using Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS).
• Strong interviewing and assessment skills.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid environment, balancing remote and in-office responsibilities.
• Familiarity with the Polokwane regional market is a plus.

Benefits

• Our client offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including medical aid and performance bonuses.
• This hybrid role offers the flexibility of working remotely on certain days and collaborating in our Polokwane office on others, providing a balanced work environment.
• Opportunities for professional development and career growth within the HR and recruitment field are available.
• Join a dynamic team focused on attracting and securing top talent for our client's technical needs.