259 Hr Lead jobs in South Africa

About Us

We're Scaled — a bootstrapped offshoring and recruitment agency that built its own AI tools to work 10x faster than traditional firms.

We help businesses hire and manage talent in South Africa without the complexity of setting up their own legal entity. We handle contracts, payroll, compliance, and benefits, so our clients can focus on growing their teams.

We're led by founders from top-tier startups and private equity/investment banking, combining entrepreneurial speed with sharp commercial discipline.

The Role

We're looking for an experienced HR professional to join us on a part-time or contract basis (1-2 days per week). You'll be responsible for ensuring our South African team is supported with robust HR processes, compliance, and best practices. This is a hands-on role that will grow with us as we scale.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as a trusted advisor on South African HR best practices
• Lead onboarding processes — from collecting required details to conducting right-to-work checks
• Manage monthly payroll processes
• Oversee HR tasks such as disciplinary procedures, probation reviews, and performance checks
• Ensure full compliance with South African labour laws
• Develop and implement HR policies and processes for employees
• Advise on and set up employee benefits (e.g. healthcare, pension schemes)
• Support on recruitment as needed

Requirements

• At least 2–4 years of HR experience, ideally within South Africa
• Strong knowledge of South African labour laws and HR compliance requirements
• Proven ability to design and implement HR policies and processes
• Confident in advising leadership teams on HR best practices
• Organised, detail-oriented, and proactive

Contract Details

• Part-time or contract basis (1-2 days per week)
• Remote-first with flexibility

• Application Deadline: 2 November 2025
• Job Location: Johannesburg, Gauteng
• Job Title: Talent Acquisition & Development Manager
• Education Level: Bachelors Degree
• Job Level: Management
• Minimum Experience: 5- 7 Years

An International Talent Acquisition & Development Manager is required for a vacancy in Sandton, Johannesburg.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Recruitment:
• Independently source and attract candidates across all departments and jurisdictions in which the company operates.
• Manage the end-to-end recruitment process, including job description creation, screening, interviews, case studies, professional references and offers, in partnership with hiring managers.
• Drafting and issuing employment contracts, and ensuring compliance with local law
• Build and maintain a careers page on website, and other suitable portals.
• Partner with leadership on annual workforce planning and hiring strategies, continuously iterating with changing business needs.
• Build and maintain a strong candidate pipeline and network for current and future needs.
• Ensure company upholds its DEI commitments in hiring, including maintaining and improving DEI policies.
• Keep the business informed of changes to local labour laws and how they affect recruitment.
• Manage visa or right-to-work permit applications and renewals
• Provide accurate periodic data, reporting and insights on the firm's recruitment efforts for investors and Senior Management.
• Salary bandings:
• Research and maintain up-to-date market salary data across departments and jurisdictions.
• Conduct ongoing competitor analysis, and report on market insights, to inform company's hiring decisions.
• Design and update levelling frameworks and salary bandings specific to needs.
• Communicate salary frameworks clearly to managers and employees, ensuring transparency and fairness, including creating materials of reference if necessary.
• Support the development and application of the firm's overall compensation philosophy and practices.
• Employee Development, Benefits & Lifecycle:
• Partner with the CEO, COO and the Events and Engagement Manager to design strategies that strengthen employee retention, including bonus structures, benefits and other incentives.
• Co-ordinate the performance review processes and help identify high-potential talent and pathways for growth, in addition to monitoring and reporting on under-performing talent.
• Co-ordinate and document the probation review process and provide advice on
  
  performance management

Requirements:

• 4–6 years of experience in recruitment and HR administration, with proven success in hiring mid to senior-level specialist roles, in multiple jurisdictions.
• Strong understanding of compensation frameworks, benchmarking, and salary banding.
• Excellent organisational skills, able to manage multiple priorities across departments and regions.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to partner effectively with leaders and represent Lendable externally.
• A proactive and solutions-oriented approach, with a passion for people and development.
• Familiarity with employment law across multiple jurisdictions (desirable but not essential).

The role is responsible for managing the end-to-end recruitment process from sourcing and attracting to talent to ensuring a smoothless hiring experience for both candidates and hiring manager. The candidate should have strong interpersonal skills , and the ability to work in a fast-paced evolving environment.

Sourcing
Partner with hiring managers to understand the business requirements

Candidate Screening
Screen and interview candidates to assess qualifications , capabilities and skills

Conduct thorough background checks, reference checks and the pre-employment process.

Provide candidate experience throughout the interview and hiring process

Stakeholder Management
Collaborate with various stakeholders and provide insights on trends

Reporting
Monthly reporting and tracking on recruitment metrics

Improve the recruitment process and continuously drive efficiencies

Education
Required qualifications:
Degree: Human Resources, Business administration, Industrial Psychology

Experience
Minimum of 5-8 years experience in talent acquisition, recruitment

Experience with the end to end recruitment process

Skills And Competencies
strong understanding of recruitment practices and market trends

Excellent interpersonal skills

Management of multiple hiring processes

Relationship management

• Advertise job openings on careers pages, job boards and social networks (e.g., LinkedIn, Pnet etc.);
• Effectively leverage off resources using a variety of sourcing tools (LinkedIn, Pnet, Direct Hire etc.) to source candidate profiles to create recruitment leads and build talent pools;
• Screen CV's and applications and update candidates on hiring processes;
• Conduct the full recruitment process, from sourcing and pre-screening to interviews and background checks, ensuring candidates align with job requirements and organizational culture;
• Ensure that interviews are scheduled and well coordinated by the Talent Acquisition Administrator;
• Maintain candidate databases and track recruitment metrics to improve the recruitment process;
• Support the TA Manager with the execution of recruitment strategies;
• Ensure all recruitment practices are in compliance with labour laws and company policies;
• Provide administrative support to the TA team when necessary, including managing correspondence, updating administrative information, and handling confidential information with discretion;
• Stay updated on recruitment trends and best practices to continuously improve our recruitment strategies;
• Build a talent pool for existing vacancies through headhunting, networking, etc;
• Facilitate offers and pre-employment processes to ensure a smooth on-boarding experience;
• Inform candidates regarding psychometric and/or simulator assessments where applicable;
• Partner with hiring managers to understand their needs and provide fit for purpose recruitment solutions;
• Collaborate with hiring managers to prepare interview questions and materials;

• Report to hiring managers on the status of open positions and candidates for them to interview.

• Grade 12 or equivalent;

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or related field (Advantageous);
• 3–5 years recruitment experience managing the full recruitment lifecycle (preferably internal recruitment processes) (Essential);
• Proven experience working on multiple vacancies with tight deadlines (Essential);
• Exposure to Application Tracking Systems (Advantageous);
• Knowledge and understanding of HRM practices and procedures (Avantageous);
• Knowledge of relevant legislation (BCEA, EEA, SDA, Codes of Good Practices) (Advantageous);
• End-to-end recruitment lifecycle knowledge (Essential);
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Powerpoint and Outlook);
• Sourcing expertise (Essential).

Personal Attributes:

• Excellent communication skills;
• Strong interpersonal skills;
• Strong administration skills;
• Able to cope with continuous pressure;
• Immaculate time keeping;
• Professional; - High integrity;
• Great attitude;
• Well-groomed and immaculate appearance;
• Attentive and professional in conduct;
• Proactive self-started capable to function with limited supervision;
• Able to maintain confidentiality at all times;
• Innovative;
• Proactive.

Application guideline:

• No email applications will be accepted;
• Preference will be given to members of under-represented designated groups.
• Should no feedback be provided within two (2) weeks from the closing date, please consider your application as unsuccessful.

FlySafair reserves the right:

• Not to proceed with this vacancy;
• To appoint the selected candidates based on its operational requirements.

Closing date: 10 September 2025

At 2U, we are all in on purpose. We are motivated by our mission – to eliminate the back row in education – and connected by our shared passion to deliver world-class digital education at scale. As the parent company of edX, the world's leading online learning platform, 2U powers more than 4,000 online higher education offerings – from free courses to full degrees. Together with more than 230 colleges, universities, and corporate partners, we are helping to unlock human potential.

What We're Looking For:
The Manager, Talent Acquisition will play a key role within both the Talent Acquisition and broader People team. This individual will be responsible for managing a team of recruiters supporting our Executive Education business, developing and executing effective talent acquisition strategies, and managing the full recruitment lifecycle—from sourcing through onboarding. The role will oversee a South Africa-based team of recruiters who support global hiring needs across 2U's Educator functions.

Key Role and Responsibilities:
Strategy & Leadership

• Implement recruitment and hiring strategies in collaboration with 2U stakeholders and university partners across executive education programs.
• Lead and develop a team of recruiters supporting executive education hiring efforts.
• Execute strategies and support with sourcing and recruitment to attract and engage top-tier talent in the educator space.
• Identify opportunities for program growth through data insights and stakeholder collaboration.
• Support and assist in implementation of key initiatives from concept through execution, using creativity and strategic thinking to deliver impactful hiring solutions.

Operations & Process Improvement

• Oversee the team's effective use of applicant tracking system (ATS), people systems, and reporting dashboards to ensure operational excellence.
• Continuously evaluate data integrity and data trends to improve recruitment processes, systems, and team interactions and identify and address potential issues proactively.
• Develop and maintain documentation, workflows, and cross-system processes that promote efficiency and scalability.

Stakeholder Management & Communication

• Supports the coordination of communication between various stakeholders (including Academic Managers, Academic Partners, and HRSS) bridging communication and alignment within the educator recruitment space.
• Educate internal stakeholders and university partners on the evolving landscape of online hiring and its impact on academic recruitment.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree required; degree in HR, Business or Communications preferred
• 3-5 years' experience directly managing a talent acquisition team and eliciting their potential and talents
• 3 years' experience in an HR or Operations leadership role
• Proven ability to work in a stakeholder management capacity whilst handling multiple tasks simultaneously
• Strong communication and presentation skills with the ability to relate to people at all levels in the company and approach each scenario from all perspectives
• Extensive experience and knowledge of LinkedIn, Applicant Tracking Systems, People Systems, Reporting Tools and its functionality
• Ability to work within a diverse team in a fast-paced environment and pivot with the business to a quickly growing & changing environment
• Ability to manage information with confidence and discretion
• Aptitude to learn about multiple programs very quickly

Management Responsibilities
Oversees a team of professional recruiters. Responsible for team performance, talent development, and the full scope of managerial responsibilities, such as goal setting, coaching, and resource planning.
Benefits & Culture
Our global employee base is a diverse collection of innovators, dreamers, and doers working together to transform lives through higher education. We believe that every employee can advance our shared purpose, and that life at 2U should be fun and meaningful. If you're excited by the opportunity to provide over 40 million learners and counting with access to world-class online higher education, then join us – and do work that makes a difference. #NoBackRow

We offer comprehensive benefits (unique per country) and excellent work/life balance.

Full-time, ZA benefits include:

• 2 complimentary Getsmarter short courses per year
• Subsidised medical aid with Discovery Health Medical Scheme
• 4% 2U contribution towards Discovery Life Pension Fund and Group Risk Benefit
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Generous leave policy including time off to volunteer for non-profit organization, study leave, sports leave and a company-wide festive season break

2U Diversity and Inclusion Statement
At 2U, we are committed to building and sustaining a culture of belonging, respect, and inclusion. We are proud of the steps we've taken to bring together an employee base that embodies diverse walks of life, ideas, genders, ages, races, cultures, sexual orientations, abilities and other unique qualities. We strive to offer a workplace where every employee feels empowered by what makes us different, as well as by how we are alike.

2U is committed to providing reasonable accommodations during our recruitment process. If you need assistance or accommodations, please reach out to us at:

About 2U LLC.
For more than a decade, 2U, Inc. has been the digital transformation partner of choice to great non-profit colleges and universities delivering high-quality online education at scale. As the parent company of edX, a leading global online learning platform, 2U provides over 45 million learners with access to world-class education in partnership with more than 230 colleges, universities, and corporations. Our people and technology are powering more than 4,000 digital education offerings — from free courses to full degrees — and helping unlock human potential. To learn more: visit

About EdX
edX is the education movement for restless learners and a leading global online learning platform from 2U, LLC. Together with the majority of the world's top-ranked universities and industry-leading companies, we bring our community of over 45 million learners world-class education to support them at every stage of their lives and careers, from free courses to full degrees. And we're not stopping there — we're relentlessly pursuing our vision of a world where every learner can access education to unlock their potential, without the barriers of cost or location. Learn more at

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The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by individuals assigned to this position, and are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required. All employees may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

2U is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against applicants or employees and ensures equal employment opportunity for all persons regardless of their race, creed, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, age, marital status, disability, citizenship, military or veterans' status, or any other classifications protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. 2U's equal opportunity policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including but not limited to recruiting, hiring, training, promotion, job benefits and pay.

2U is strongly committed to diversity within its community and especially welcomes applications from South African citizens who are members of designated groups who may contribute to Employment Equity within the workplace and the further diversification of ideas. In this regard, the relevant laws and principles associated with Employment Equity will be considered when appointing potential candidates. We are required by law to verify your ability to work lawfully in South Africa. 2U requires that you submit a copy of either your identity document or your passport and any applicable work permit if you are a foreign national, along with an updated curriculum vitae.

Talent Acquisition Specialist – Digital Marketing

Location:
Remote (must be able to work US Eastern Standard Time)

Employment Type:
Full-Time

About Us

We are a US-based company seeking a dynamic
Talent Acquisition Specialist
with expertise in recruiting digital marketing and creative professionals. This role requires a strong mix of sourcing, candidate engagement, and client-facing communication. You'll work closely with both clients and candidates to ensure a seamless recruiting experience, while also supporting light account management responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Sourcing & Outreach
  : Identify, attract, and engage top talent within marketing, advertising, and digital creative roles using various sourcing platforms and strategies.
• Screening & Evaluation
  : Conduct thorough pre-screens and interviews to assess candidates' skills, cultural fit, and career goals.
• Client-Facing Coordination
  : Act as a point of contact for clients, understanding their hiring needs, providing regular updates, and ensuring an exceptional client experience.
• Process Management
  : Manage the end-to-end recruiting process, including scheduling interviews, coordinating feedback, and ensuring smooth communication.
• Light Account Management
  : Build and maintain client relationships, offering insights and support to strengthen partnerships.
• Collaboration
  : Partner with internal teams to ensure recruiting strategies align with company and client goals.

Requirements

• Proven experience in
  talent acquisition or recruiting
  , with a focus on marketing and digital creative roles.
• Strong client-facing communication and relationship-building skills.
• Proficiency in sourcing tools (LinkedIn Recruiter, job boards, networking strategies, etc.).
• Ability to manage multiple searches and clients simultaneously.
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and proactive.
• Comfortable working independently in a fully remote environment.
• Must be able to work during
  US Eastern Standard Time (EST) business hours
  .

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience in an agency or client-service environment.
• Familiarity with ATS and CRM systems.
• Knowledge of current trends in marketing, advertising, and creative industries.

What We Offer

• Fully remote position with a global team.
• Opportunity to work with exciting clients and high-caliber talent.
• Collaborative, growth-oriented work culture.

Electrum is the next-generation payments technology company that provides cloud-native software to optimize the processing of financial transactions. Since 2012, we have established ourselves as a respected payments technology partner through our deep expertise and track record in delivering trusted enterprise-grade payments solutions.

We've built a reputation in providing solutions for high-volume, low-value payment schemes and services that enable our clients to deliver to their customers at scale. We love that the projects we work on touch the lives of millions of South Africans daily, making a real difference.

We hire the best of the best and we offer great opportunities for personal growth and career progression.

Are you passionate about finding great technical talent and matching them with exciting opportunities in the tech space? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment and love being at the forefront of innovation? If so, we want you to join our team as a Talent Acquisition Specialist.

We are looking for a Talent Acquisition Specialist with relevant experience in sourcing talent for technical roles such as Engineering and Application Support and other customer-facing roles. You will be responsible for managing the end-to-end recruitment process by using an applicant tracking system to follow candidates through the process, ensuring a positive and seamless candidate experience. You'll collaborate with various teams to understand their team needs, develop effective recruitment strategies, sourcing top candidates to fill our vacancies and ensure a positive experience for candidates. Come and experience the thrill of working alongside brilliant minds, pushing boundaries, and witnessing the transformative power of our payments technology.

Responsibilities:

Sourcing candidates:

• Build strong relationships with hiring managers and teams to deeply understand their talent requirements
• Develop and maintain a network of potential candidates through proactive sourcing, leveraging online platforms, social media, networking events, and referrals
• Source candidates using a variety of platforms such as LinkedIn
• Nurture candidate relationships, ensuring a positive candidate experience throughout the recruitment process
• Manage internship and graduate programs to attract young talent and maintain a pipeline for recruitment including organising career days at universities
• Identify cost-effective sourcing strategies and minimise external recruitment costs while maintaining quality

Develop and maintain a recruitment strategy:

• Collaborate with the People Operations team to align recruitment strategies with overall company culture and values
• Contribute to the development and execution of the talent acquisition strategy, taking into account the company's growth plans and long-term objectives
• Support and uphold DEI strategies to achieve an annual hiring plan that emphasises diversity, equity and inclusion as core pillars of our workforce planning strategy

Recruitment execution:

• Work closely with hiring managers to define job descriptions, qualifications, and interview processes that are aligned with the company's strategic goals
• Screen, and assess candidates using a variety of methods, such as CV reviews, interviews, and skills assessments
• Coordinate and schedule interviews, ensuring a seamless experience for both candidates and interviewers
• Conduct thorough reference and background checks
• Provide guidance to hiring managers on best practices for interviewing, candidate evaluation, and selection
• Manage multiple open positions simultaneously, adhering to timelines and ensuring timely communication with stakeholders
• Manage relationships with external recruitment agencies
• Ensures that a diverse pool of candidates is sourced and considered for each role
• Reduce time-to-fill metrics by implementing efficient recruitment processes and leveraging technology where applicable
• Collaborate with People Operations and Finance teams to ensure alignment between hiring plans and budget constraints
• Monitor and manage recruitment-related expenses, reporting on budget adherence and providing insights for optimisation
• Negotiate packages with candidates

Increase Brand Awareness:

• Partner with Marketing to develop and drive Electrum brand awareness
• Create brand awareness around for Electrum via online channels such as LinkedIn

Reporting, Systems and Administration:

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement innovative recruitment technologies and tools to streamline processes

• Gather and analyse data with useful HR metrics, like time to hire and employee turnover rates

• Analyse market trends and competitor insights to make recommendations on evolving recruitment strategies

• Utilise data and metrics to assess the effectiveness of different sourcing channels, and adjust strategies accordingly

• Degree / Diploma in Human Resources Management an equivalent business degree
• Minimum 3 years of experience in talent acquisition or recruitment
• Previous experience within the Information Technology sector - hiring Software Developers, Engineers, Sales and Operations
• Proven experience managing the talent acquisition life cycle (full end-to-end recruitment process)

Advantageous for the role:

• Previous experience in any ATS is preferred
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent knowledge of Google suite is a must for this role
• Gmail, Sheets and Google Docs
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills
• Ability to prioritise tasks and delegate where needed
• Ability to work on multiple roles and searches at the same time
• Excellent time management skills, and ability to meet deadlines
• Adequate change management skills
• High ethical and confidentiality standards

A good work-life balance is very important at Electrum. To help you manage your own time and energy, Electrum offers benefits such as:

• Flexibility around core working hours

• Daily cooked lunches and a stocked kitchen for the mid-day nibbles

• Team socialising, getaways, and social outings

We have created a safe, transparent environment where we know mistakes happen, and that's okay. We even have a 3 step approach to dealing with them:

1. Tell everyone about it
2. Fix the mistake
3. Tell everyone about the solution

You are responsible for your actions – both the successes and the failures.

About the Company

At Transitions Elite, we help healthcare practice owners unlock their potential and scale their businesses with confidence.

Whether it's growing stronger pipelines, building high-performing teams, or refining their offers, we partner with ambitious leaders who are ready to take their next big step.

We're growing fast ourselves and are building a world-class internal team to match. We believe in ownership, speed, and clear results - and we're looking for people who thrive in a fast-moving, high-impact environment. If you're someone who loves building from scratch and takes pride in delivering excellence, you'll feel right at home here.

About The Role

We're looking for a
Talent Acquisition Lead
- someone who lives and breathes recruiting, thrives on ownership, and knows how to build pipelines from scratch.

You'll play a key role in finding and closing the best talent globally while shaping the systems and processes that will fuel our growth.

In this role, you will:

Build and maintain strong candidate pipelines using direct sourcing and tailored outreach campaigns

Conduct engaging screening calls that qualify talent quickly and leave candidates excited to join

Manage end-to-end recruiting processes — scorecards, interviews, reference checks, and offers

Track and analyze key hiring metrics to improve speed, quality, and candidate experience

Identify and fix bottlenecks in real time while continuously improving recruiting workflows

Partner on employer branding and messaging to ensure every outreach reflects our values and tone

This is a full-time, fully remote role with working hours that overlap with EST (you'll often recruit for U.S.-based roles).

About You

To excel in this role, you need:

5–7 years of full-cycle talent acquisition experience, ideally across international teams

2–3 years of experience designing or optimizing recruitment processes

Proven track record sourcing and closing candidates globally

Experience in fast-paced startup or high-growth environments

Proficiency with LinkedIn Recruiter, Google Sheets, Slack, Zoom, and ATS/CRM systems

Excellent communication skills - especially over video

Strong analytical and data-driven mindset

Brownie points for:

Experience running A/B tests or using split testing for messaging

Familiarity with AI recruiting tools or automation workflows

Background in building recruiting functions from scratch

You're a confident closer who thrives in the hunt for top talent.

You're proactive, resourceful, and deeply people-focused - someone who can judge fit and alignment with ease.

You care about processes, but you move fast. You hold yourself to high standards, communicate openly, and always find a way to deliver results.

Benefits

What's in it for you?

Salary: USD $2,500–3,500/month*

Full-time | Fully Remote | EST overlap required

Work from anywhere while collaborating with a high-performing global team

Competitive base salary plus performance-based bonuses tied to successful hires

Career growth — build and lead the talent engine of a scaling company

Access to cutting-edge recruiting tech, AI tools, and automation workflows

Autonomy, influence, and the opportunity to shape how our teams grow

Future leadership opportunities as we expand into new markets

*Please note that this is a gross salary and that you are responsible for any tax-related procedures in your country of residence. We kindly ask you to apply only if you are happy to work remotely as an independent contractor.

Part-time Role for Recruitment & Talent Acquisition Available.

Crescent Star Pty Ltd, a private entity based in Umhlanga, Durban is seeking an experienced individual to identify and source suitable candidates for its positions.

The role would suit an individual on an ad-hoc basis, open to a retainer based opportunity.

You will have experience in the Recruitment Field having placed talent prior in positions on a vast range of skills & qualifications.

The position can be remote based however it is important to understand that there is an on-site requirement to meet at-least once a month at our offices in Umhlanga.

You must be able to suitably identify the needs of the company on consulting with senior individuals, able to understand the skill-set required, draft the required job specification, able to carry out interviews and short-list candidates, independently.

Experience with hiring portals necessary.

If you believe you meet the necessary requirements, please apply to this advert or send CV detailing experience to:

Job Type: Part-time

Work Location: In person