Human Resource Management jobs in South Africa

At Talent Sam, we help companies across the world hire top-tier remote talent from South Africa — fast, affordably, and with zero hassle. From recruitment to onboarding, legal compliance, payroll, and IT setup, we handle everything so our clients can focus on scaling their businesses. We believe in smart, efficient hiring, and we’re passionate about building diverse and talented global teams.

We’re growing quickly and looking for driven individuals who care about people, process, and precision. If you’re looking for a career in recruitment with impact and growth potential — this is the place for you.

We are seeking a highly organized and motivated Junior Recruiter to join our team. In this role, you’ll support the full recruitment lifecycle — from crafting job posts and screening candidates to coordinating interviews and ensuring a seamless experience for both candidates and hiring managers. You’ll be working closely with hiring teams and our Head of Recruitment to help build world-class remote teams for our clients.

This is an ideal role for someone who is detail-oriented, an excellent communicator, and genuinely passionate about connecting people with the right opportunities.

• Draft clear, compelling job posts for our clients in line with Talent Sam’s standards

• Post job openings on relevant job boards, platforms, and social media

• Use recruitment tools (Recruitee) and applicant tracking systems to manage job openings and candidates

• Review resumes and shortlist qualified candidates

• Conduct initial phone interviews to assess candidate suitability

• Schedule and coordinate meetings between candidates and hiring managers

• Liaise with hiring managers and HR partners to understand specific role requirements

• Assist in refining and improving recruitment processes for efficiency and better candidate experience

• Maintain timely and professional communication with candidates throughout the hiring process

• Support background and reference checks

• Ensure a positive candidate experience from start to finish

• Maintain and manage calendars for hiring teams and interviewers

• Collaborate with HR and recruitment teams to support end-to-end hiring efforts

Must-Have:

• 1–2 years of experience in a recruitment or HR support role

• Strong verbal and written communication skills

• Experience sourcing and screening candidates using job boards and tools like LinkedIn Recruiter

• Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines in a fast-paced environment

• Detail-oriented with strong administrative and organizational skills

• Ability to work independently, take initiative, and collaborate effectively within a team

• High level of discretion when handling sensitive and confidential information

• Familiarity with Google Drive, ClickUp, and general productivity tools

• Comfortable conducting initial interviews and reference checks

• Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills

• Experience recruiting for diverse roles and backgrounds

Bonus:

• Familiarity with HR systems, processes, and compliance policies

• Experience using applicant tracking systems (ATS)

• A fully remote work setup with structured hours and some flexibility

• Opportunity to work with a dynamic, growing team supporting global clients

• Hands-on experience in a fast-paced, high-impact recruitment environment

• Supportive leadership and clear opportunities for growth

• Competitive compensation

• A mission-driven culture focused on teamwork, quality, and purpose