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Beauparc Mogalakwena, Limpopo, South Africa
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About The Role
We’re seeking a Talent Acquisition Partner to support and execute full-cycle recruitment strategies across our growing operations and business functions in the ROI. You’ll be the trusted recruitment advisor for hiring managers, owning the end-to-end hiring process — from briefing and sourcing to offer and onboarding — while shaping a candidate-first, inclusive, and data-informed approach to hiring.
About The Role
We’re seeking a Talent Acquisition Partner to support and execute full-cycle recruitment strategies across our growing operations and business functions in the ROI. You’ll be the trusted recruitment advisor for hiring managers, owning the end-to-end hiring process — from briefing and sourcing to offer and onboarding — while shaping a candidate-first, inclusive, and data-informed approach to hiring.
This is an exciting opportunity for someone who thrives in a high-impact, purpose-driven business and is eager to make a measurable difference in how we attract, assess, and hire top talent.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Talent Acquisition
- Own the full recruitment lifecycle: intake briefings, sourcing, screening, interviewing, offer management, and onboarding.
- Partner closely with hiring managers to define hiring needs, success profiles, and job specifications.
- Design and execute tailored sourcing strategies for both business and operational roles.
- Manage high-volume recruitment across multiple business units and locations, ensuring scalable and consistent hiring practices
- Leverage diverse sourcing methods: job boards, LinkedIn, Boolean search, direct outreach, and referrals.
- Build and maintain proactive talent pipelines for key and future hiring needs.
- Represent Panda's (A Beauparc Company) employer brand and culture authentically in all candidate interactions.
- Ensure a smooth, transparent, and engaging candidate journey from start to finish.
- Act as a trusted advisor to hiring managers, providing market insights and process guidance.
- Gather feedback to continuously improve recruitment effectiveness and hiring manager satisfaction.
- Maintain accurate data in our Applicant Tracking System (ATS) and provide regular recruitment reports.
- Monitor recruitment KPIs (e.g., time-to-hire, source effectiveness, DE&I metrics).
- Ensure compliance with Irish employment legislation and data protection standards.
- Use data to forecast hiring needs, identify bottlenecks, and drive continuous improvement in time-to-fill and quality-of-hire
- Support employer brand initiatives through storytelling and job ad quality.
- Champion diversity, equity, and inclusion throughout all recruitment processes.
Essential
- Proven experience in talent acquisition (in-house, agency, or RPO).
- Expertise in sourcing, screening, and engaging candidates across multiple channels.
- Strong interpersonal and stakeholder management skills.
- Organised, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple requisitions effectively.
- Knowledge of UK employment law and recruitment compliance.
- Experience with diverse role types (e.g., operations, tech, commercial)
- Previous experience hiring in environmental services, logistics, or engineering sectors.
- Familiarity with modern ATS tools and recruitment tech (e.g. Eploy)
- Experience contributing to employer branding or recruitment marketing.
- Background in managing diversity-focused or inclusive hiring programs.
- Understanding of talent analytics and reporting
About Us
Join us on the journey….
Over the past 30 years, Beauparc has continued to grow and acquire businesses that all share a very similar vision and set of values. We’re now a group of almost 3000 people, all contributing to that growth and success.
Whilst Beauparc is the parent company to numerous brands, we all share an ambitious vision for the future. Our primary goal is to ensure the safety and wellbeing of our people and connected partners is front and centre. As a team, we’re safer together. We deliver our customers with a partnership approach to managing their resources responsibly. We constantly push the boundaries of innovation. What’s good today can be better tomorrow.
Beauparc is not just a company, it’s a resource recovery business. Over the past three decades we’ve grown and diversified significantly, we believe that great leadership is rooted in strong values. As leaders within this industry, we’re committed to shaping a better future for our friends, families and communities. Our philosophy remains unchanged, balancing customer satisfaction with environmentally sustainable practices. Exceptional customer service, and unwavering dedication to sustainability are the cornerstones of our business.
Our journey is dependent upon talented, passionate, and dedicated people that constantly strive and challenge each other for better outcomes.
Take the first step today and join us on the journey……….
Beauparc aims to attract and retain a skilled and diverse workforce that best represents the talent available in the communities in which our assets are located and our employees reside.
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- Seniority level Mid-Senior level
- Employment type Full-time
- Job function Human Resources
- Industries Utilities
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#J-18808-LjbffrTalent Acquisition Consultant
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Help Us Build AltGen, From the Inside Out.
We are looking for a sharp, people-savvy Internal Recruiter who is passionate about creating career pathways and making sure every role is filled with the perfect fit.
If you’re the kind of person who loves matching potential with possibility, designing watertight recruitment processes, and driving people-powered success, this role is for you.
You will thrive in this role if you have experience in recruitment and talent acquisition. If you have a proactive and strategic mindset, but act decisively. Our ideal candidate has the knowledge and experience to develop and improve recruitment processes that scale.
As our Internal Recruiter , you will be in charge of:
- Designing and owning a strategic, robust internal recruitment process and keeping it fresh, agile, and aligned with our growth
- Driving internal hiring across all departments from identifying talent gaps to helping team members step into new roles
- Partnering with managers to understand current and future internal hiring needs
- Building and maintaining a strong internal talent pipeline
- Driving diversity, equity, and inclusion in internal hiring
- Maintaining accurate and updated internal job boards and application tracking
- Tracking and reporting on internal hiring performance and trends
- Support succession planning by identifying high-potential employees
- Ensuring our recruitment approach attracts and retains mission-aligned individuals who thrive in our values-driven environment
Skills
- Have excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Can spot potential and match it to purpose
- Think strategically, but act decisively
- Have a proactive mindset with a passion for people development
- Know how to design and improve processes that scale
- Communicate clearly, listen deeply, and build trust fast
- Comfortable handling sensitive information and navigating complex dynamics
If this role fits you like a glove, hit the apply button.
#J-18808-LjbffrTalent Acquisition Manager
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The Talent Acquisition Manager will join our local South Africa People team and work within our international talent acquisition team, report directly to the local People lead you will also have a dotted line to our Global Head of Talent Acquisition.
You will own local hiring in South Africa and support international hiring demand when required.
You will be a data driven, innovative and passionate recruiter, who wants to continuously raise the bar for how we deliver best in class recruitment practices.What will this role look like on a day-to-day basis?Lead full-cycle recruitment processes for diverse roles across Sales, Tech, Product, and Corporate functions, from sourcing to onboarding.Design and implement market and function talent acquisition strategies to meet organizational hiring goals and improve efficiency and quality.Manage relationships with key stakeholders, providing data driven, market specific insights and collaborating on hiring strategies.Analyse recruitment metrics and market trends to optimise talent acquisition processes and inform strategies and decision-making.Leverage AI and other cutting-edge technologies to enhance, sourcing, attraction, assessment, and overall recruitment strategies.
Championing our referral scheme to ensure all managers promote their vacancies on social media platforms.Qualifications5+ years of experience in full-cycle recruitment, preferably in a fast-paced, multi-country and high-growth environment.Proven track record of successfully hiring for a diverse range of roles, including Sales, Tech, Product, and Corporate positions.Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and make data-driven decisions to improve recruitment processes.Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to work autonomously and collaborate with a global team across different countries.Demonstrated experience in utilising AI and other innovative technologies to enhance recruitment strategies and processes.Additional InformationWe are a community here that cares as much about your life outside work as how you feel when you're with us.
Because your job shouldn't take over your life, it should enrich it.
Here are some of the benefits we offer : Hybrid working (60% in office, 40% at home)20 days annual leaveCompany closure between Christmas and new year (over and above annual leave)Maternity leave benefitsGroup life Cover including disability and Funeral coverEmployee Assistance ProgrammeOur CommitmentEqual opportunities are important to us.
We believe that diversity and inclusion at The Stepstone Group are critical to our success as a global company, so we want to recruit, develop, and keep the best talent.
We encourage applications from everyone, regardless of background, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability status, ethnicity, belief, age, family or parental status, and any other characteristic.Create a job alert for this search
#J-18808-LjbffrTalent Acquisition Administrator
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Job Purpose: The Talent Acquisition Administrator provides essential administrative and operational support to the Talent Acquisition team, ensuring the efficient and smooth running of recruitment processes across Publicis Groupe Africa.
This role is vital in supporting a positive candidate and hiring manager experience by meticulously managing data, coordinating logistics, and contributing to the overall effectiveness of the talent acquisition function.
Responsibilities
- Recruitment Administration & Coordination
- Interview Scheduling: Coordinate and schedule virtual and in-person interviews, managing calendars and sending confirmations.
- Candidate Communication: Manage routine communication throughout the recruitment process, providing updates and responding to inquiries.
- Job Posting: Prepare and post job advertisements on various platforms, ensuring brand consistency.
- Application Management: Monitor and categorize applications within the ATS.
- Offer Letter Support: Assist with preparing offer letters, contracts, and onboarding documents.
- Background Checks & References: Initiate and track background and reference checks.
- Data Entry & Integrity: Maintain candidate records with high accuracy, ensuring compliance with data privacy laws like POPIA.
- Reporting Support: Generate basic recruitment reports.
- System Optimisation: Support the team in leveraging ATS functionalities for improved efficiency.
- Documentation Management: Organise recruitment files and documentation.
- Vendor Coordination Support: Assist with vendor-related administrative tasks.
- Ad-hoc Support: Provide additional administrative support as needed.
- Ensure activities comply with company policies and South African laws, maintaining confidentiality at all times.
Key Interfaces
- Internal: TA & Talent Branding Lead, Talent Acquisition Specialists, HR teams, Hiring Managers, Candidates.
- External: Candidates, Recruitment Agencies, Job Boards, Universities.
Qualifications
- National Diploma or Bachelor's degree in HR, Business Administration, Communications, or related.
- 1-2 years in an administrative/support role, preferably in HR or Talent Acquisition.
- Experience with ATS systems is highly desirable.
Skills & Competencies
- Excellent organisational and time management skills.
- Attention to detail and accuracy.
- Strong communication skills.
- Proficiency with HR systems, MS Office, and virtual meeting platforms.
- Problem-solving and interpersonal skills.
- High confidentiality and integrity.
Personal Attributes
- Service-oriented, proactive, and self-motivated.
- Team player with a positive attitude.
- Highly organised, reliable, and dependable.
Talent Acquisition Specialist
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We are seeking a dynamic and results-driven Talent Acquisition Specialist to join our Talent Acquisition team.
This role is pivotal in identifying, attracting, and hiring top talent to meet our growing workforce needs.
The successful candidate will manage the full recruitment cycle, implement creative sourcing strategies, and enhance our employer brand.Key Responsibilities : Manage end-to-end recruitment, from job requisition to onboarding.Source candidates through job boards, social media, professional networks, and referrals while adhering to Employment Equity targets.Develop innovative sourcing strategies to attract top talent.Conduct screening, interviews, and candidate assessments.Collaborate with hiring managers to understand business needs and define recruitment strategies.Provide timely feedback to candidates and ensure a seamless hiring experience.Build and maintain a strong talent pipeline for future hiring needs.Represent the company at job fairs and networking events.Track and analyse recruitment metrics for continuous process improvement.Create a job alert for this search
#J-18808-LjbffrTalent Acquisition Specialist
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The Talent Acquisition Specialist focuses on sourcing, placing, and managing candidates throughout the recruitment Lifecyle, while ensuring a seamless and positive experience for both candidates and the business.
Disclaimer As an applicant, please verify the legitimacy of this job advert on our company career page.
Role Purpose
The Talent Acquisition Specialist focuses on sourcing, placing, and managing candidates throughout the recruitment Lifecyle, while ensuring a seamless and positive experience for both candidates and the business.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in human resources/ industrial psychology or related field.
- Registration as a Psychometrist will be an added advantage.
- Exposure to psychometric assessment tools advantageous.
- At least 5 years’ experience in talent acquisition or recruitment, with a focus on sourcing and managing talent pipelines.
- Experience using various recruitment platforms.
- Reputable talent sourcing at all managerial levels essential including Executive search.
Talent Sourcing, Attraction and placement
- Partner closely with the Human Capital (HC) team and business leaders to develop and implement targeted talent sourcing strategies.
- Proactively source and attract high-quality candidates through job boards, social media, networking, and other channels.
- Collaborate with hiring managers to understand role requirements and define recruitment strategies.
- Build and maintain a strong network of passive and active candidates through diverse sourcing channels.
- Ensure job advertisements are accurate, engaging, and aligned with Guardrisk branding, while cleaning up and updating ads as necessary.
- Drafts offer letters for successful candidates working closely with the HCBP.
- Support in negotiating offers and managing the pre-onboarding process.
- Works closely with the HC team and leaders to coordinate and ensure that role profiles are up to date and aligned to the Guardrisk Competency framework.
- Ensure role profiles are aligned with the organizational competency framework.
- Conduct thorough screening of candidates to assess fit, skills, and experience for both immediate and future opportunities.
- Partner with hiring managers and HC Business Partner to ensure alignment with role requirements and company culture.
- Schedule and arrange interviews, ensuring a smooth and efficient process for both candidates and the team.
- Provide timely communication to candidates regarding interview schedules, expectations, and any necessary preparations.
- Develop and manage ongoing talent pools for key roles, including niche skill sets or high-demand positions.
- Maintain strong relationships with potential candidates to ensure a consistent flow of talent.
- Ensure a positive, seamless experience for candidates by providing timely communication and guidance throughout the recruitment process.
- Gather feedback from candidates on their experience, identifying areas for improvement and implementing changes to enhance the recruitment process.
- Provide respectful and constructive feedback to unsuccessful candidates, maintaining professionalism and a positive company image.
- Provides regular reports on recruitment activities, talent pool status, candidate experience, and any other monthly recruitment spend.
- Clean up and analyse recruitment data to identify trends, make recommendations and enhance recruitment strategies.
- Ensure regular recruitment check-in’s and that all recruitment data is up to date.
- General human capital administration, including organisational effectiveness support.
- Monitor and report on assessment, reference checks and agency fee expenditures.
- Ensure spending remains within approved budgets and identify cost optimization opportunities.
- Liaise with vendors and internal finance teams as needed.
- Taking Action: Takes action to make things happen; uses initiative to start things up; shows drive and invests personal energy.
- Checking things: Is meticulous in finding errors; ensures accuracy by being thorough and checking details; produces high quality work by being detailed.
- Managing tasks: Manages tasks by being organised and methodical; plans activities systematically; sets priorities for tasks.
- Producing output: Is focused on activity and works quickly; keeps busy and maintains productivity; is comfortable multi-tasking to produce output.
- Upholding standards: Behaves ethically and justly; is discreet and maintains confidentiality; meets commitments by acting with integrity.
- Team working: Works participatively with others; is democratic and encourages team contributions; collaboratively involves others in decision-making.
- Embracing change : Copes with change and variety; tolerates uncertainty and ambiguity; adapts to new challenges.
- Seniority level Mid-Senior level
- Employment type Full-time
- Job function Human Resources
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#J-18808-LjbffrTalent Acquisition Specialist
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The role of the Talent Acquisition Specialist is a key ambassador of the TFG employer brand.
This role will design all elements of our new employee people attraction, recruitment, onboarding, and employee integration model to attract and source top talent, aligned with business and brand strategies.
This role will design and implement our internal talent marketplace, new applicant tracking system and will manage talent acquisition related compliance requirements.
Responsibilities:- End to end process design for the attraction and tracking of new employees.
- Engagement with external stakeholders (agencies, higher educational institutions).
- End to end youth pipeline recruitment design (Graduates, Learners, Interns, Trainees, Bursaries)
- Accountable for the onboarding process design for all business units across stores, distribution centres, manufacturing and contact centres and head office.
- End to end design and implementation of the new TFG ATS (applicant tracking system).
- End to end design and implementation of the TFG ITM (internal digital talent marketplace).
- Accountable for compliance related policies and processes relating to talent management (pre-employment verification, recruitment, onboarding, succession planning).
- HR Related Degree or equivalent working experience.
- 5 years experience in Talent Acquisition specialist design.
- 8 – 10 years experience in Talent Acquisition.
- Knowledge of People Management processes, Talent recruitment, and sourcing, Onboarding and recruitment systems.
- High service delivery, customer centric and performance mindset.
- Keen judgement and decision-making skills.
- Ability to take strategic thinking into a workable solution.
- High attention to detail and accuracy.
- Excellent design and systems thinking skills.
- Excellent communication skills (written and verbal).
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Preference will be given, but not limited to candidates from designated groups in terms of the Employment Equity Act.
The position is open to Johannesburg if the right-level candidate has sufficient experience. Preference is Cape Town.
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Talent Acquisition Specialist
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Bash, based in Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa, is seeking a Talent Acquisition Specialist to join their team. This role involves end-to-end recruitment, including sourcing, engaging, and closing top talent to support the company's growth. The candidate will partner with hiring leads to craft strategic hiring campaigns and ensure an exceptional candidate experience.
**Key Responsibilities:**
- Partner with hiring teams to develop sourcing, assessment, and closing strategies.
- Recruit passive candidates and assess their fit and motivation.
- Build and maintain a network of potential candidates through proactive research and relationship management.
- Conduct in-depth interviews and work with HR on salary negotiations.
- Participate in initiatives to improve interviewing techniques and hiring practices.
**Ideal Candidate Profile:**
- Agency or in-house recruiting background with a data-driven approach.
- At least 3 years of experience in degree recruitment.
- Strong knowledge of recruiting best practices and KPIs.
- Excellent communication skills in English.
**Qualifications:**
- Bachelor's Degree.
- 3+ years of candidate generation, recruiting, or sourcing experience.
**What We Offer:**
- Flexible hybrid working model.
- Opportunities for face-to-face collaboration and travel.
- Vibrant office environment designed to foster collaboration.
- Perks including competitive compensation, security, career growth opportunities, social connections, and generous leave policies.
Join Bash to be part of a dynamic team driving innovation in retail and technology sectors.
#J-18808-LjbffrTalent Acquisition Specialist
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The Talent Acquisition Specialist is responsible for attracting, sourcing, and hiring top talent for Click Learning, with a strong focus on building and maintaining a national talent network to fill vacancies as quickly as possible.
This role is key in recruiting from the communities we serve, identifying talent within the organisation and developing best-practice talent acquisition strategies.
Given the challenges of recruiting in a non-profit environment, the incumbent must be skilled at selling Click Learning's mission to candidates.
They will also ensure a seamless recruitment process, from job profiling to onboarding, while driving diversity and inclusion initiatives.
Location : Johannesburg, Rosebank
Starting Date : 1 May
Direct Report : Talent Manager
Key Roles and Responsibilities- Develop and maintain a strong national talent network to source high-quality candidates.
- Proactively identify, attract, and recruit top talent, particularly within the NPO and social impact sectors.
- Partner with hiring managers to define job requirements and create engaging job adverts that highlight Click Learning's mission.
- Use creative sourcing strategies, including community-based recruitment, social media, and industry events.
- Lead the end-to-end recruitment process, from job specification to candidate onboarding.
- Engage with recruitment agencies, job boards, and professional networks to reach a diverse talent pool.
- Screen, shortlist, and conduct initial interviews to assess cultural fit and mission alignment.
- Ensure a positive candidate experience, keeping candidates engaged throughout the hiring process.
- Maintain accurate records of candidate interactions and job placements.
- Effectively sell Click Learning's mission and impact to attract candidates despite financial constraints.
- Develop innovative ways to position Click Learning as an employer of choice.
- Build relationships with universities, industry associations, and professional groups to promote careers in social impact.
- Align internal & external initiatives with Employer Brand Proposition Strategy.
- Provide input on best-practice talent acquisition strategies to enhance recruitment efforts.
- Analyse recruitment metrics and trends to continuously improve hiring effectiveness.
- Support the design and execution of diversity hiring initiatives.
- Ensure recruitment practices align with Click Learning's Talent Philosophy & Strategy.
- Develop hiring strategies to recruit talent from the communities Click Learning serves.
- Work with local leaders, schools, and community organisations to identify potential candidates.
- Promote internal mobility and career progression for local talent.
- Collaborate with the youth department and the Talent Engagement Coordinator to drive inclusion and engagement in supporting best hiring practices.
- Strong ability to sell a mission-driven organisation to candidates.
- Excellent stakeholder management and ability to engage with senior leaders.
- Knowledge of best-practice recruitment methodologies and compliance.
- Ability to work independently and handle multiple recruitment projects simultaneously.
- Strong negotiation and persuasion skills.
- Strong knowledge and understanding of the recruitment & talent pool network in South Africa and usage of platforms to attract the best talent.
- Ability to assess and match candidates to different job requirements effectively.
- A degree or diploma in Human Resources or related field.
- 5+ years of end-to-end recruitment experience.
- Strong existing network of professionals and talent pipelines across South Africa.
- Experience in community-based recruitment and sourcing talent at grassroots level.
- Proven ability to recruit for specialist roles in a highly competitive talent market.
- Proficiency in recruitment software, LinkedIn Recruiter, applicant tracking systems (ATS) and HR software.
- Understanding of compliance and confidentiality in recruitment.
- Strong sense of ethics.
- Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Strong interpersonal, management and leadership skills.
- Responsive and decisive with an ability to work under pressure and think quickly on their feet.
- Critical, outcome-oriented, and solution-focused thinker.
- Exceptional attention to detail.
- Strong in the development of processes and the use of large-scale systems.
- Energetic, proactive self-starter with initiative and ability to work independently.
- Willingness and openness to new experience.
- Paterson Grade : C4
- Leave : 20 days.
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#J-18808-LjbffrTalent Acquisition Specialist
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Job title : Talent Acquisition Specialist
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Job Purpose :
- The TA & Talent Branding Specialist is a pivotal role responsible for strategically driving and executing robust talent acquisition initiatives and enhancing Publicis Groupe Africa's employer brand. This specialist will play a key role in attracting, engaging, and securing top-tier talent by optimising recruitment processes, crafting compelling employer narratives, and leveraging various platforms to position Publicis Groupe Africa as an industry leader and employer of choice. This role demands a proactive, creative, and data-driven individual with a deep understanding of the talent landscape.
Key Responsibilities :
Strategic Talent Acquisition & Candidate Experience :
- Lead end-to-end recruitment efforts for specialized and senior-level roles, partnering closely with hiring managers to understand critical talent needs and develop effective sourcing strategies.
- Design and implement innovative sourcing techniques to identify and engage passive candidates, leveraging professional networks, industry events, and advanced search methodologies.
- Conduct in-depth interviews and assessments to evaluate candidates' skills, experience, and cultural fit, providing expert recommendations to hiring teams.
- Optimize and manage the Applicant Tracking System (ATS) to enhance efficiency, data integrity, and reporting capabilities, ensuring a seamless and positive candidate journey.
- Negotiate offers and close top talent, ensuring a smooth and engaging transition from offer acceptance to onboarding in collaboration with HR Operations.
- Provide expert guidance and consultation to hiring managers on recruitment best practices, market trends, and talent assessment.
Advanced Talent Branding & Content Strategy :
- Develop, implement, and manage comprehensive talent branding strategies aligned with Publicis Groupe Africa's overall business objectives and employer value proposition (EVP).
- Lead the creation and curation of highly engaging multimedia content (e.g., videos, infographics, testimonials, thought leadership pieces) for diverse platforms, including career websites, social media (LinkedIn, Instagram, TikTok), and industry publications.
- Oversee the consistency of the employer brand voice and visual identity across all internal and external communications and recruitment touchpoints.
- Identify and cultivate relationships with key external partners such as universities, industry associations, and diversity & inclusion organizations to expand talent pipelines and enhance brand visibility.
- Monitor and analyze employer brand sentiment and reputation, implementing proactive strategies to address feedback and continuously improve brand perception.
- Leverage employee advocacy programs to amplify authentic employee stories and experiences, fostering a strong internal brand culture.
Data Analysis, Insights & Process Optimization :
- Generate, analyze, and interpret complex recruitment and talent branding data to provide actionable insights on key metrics (e.g., time-to-fill, cost-per-hire, source effectiveness, engagement rates, candidate diversity).
- Develop and present regular reports to senior leadership, highlighting trends, identifying areas for improvement, and recommending strategic adjustments.
- Proactively identify and implement enhancements to talent acquisition and talent branding processes, leveraging best practices and technological advancements to drive efficiency and effectiveness.
- Ensure strict compliance with all relevant South African labor laws, data privacy regulations (e.g., POPIA), and company policies in all recruitment and branding activities.
- Evaluate and manage relationships with recruitment platforms, job boards, and branding agencies, ensuring optimal ROI and service delivery.
Key Interfaces :
- Internal : TA & Talent Branding Lead, Talent Acquisition Specialists, HR Business Partners, HR Operations Team, L&D Team, Marketing & Communications Team, Senior Leadership, Hiring Managers, Employees.
- External : Candidates (especially senior and niche talent), Recruitment Agencies, Industry thought leaders, University Career Services, Employer Branding Vendors, Media Partners.
- Proven track record of successfully recruiting for specialized and senior roles in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
- Extensive experience working with and optimizing Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS), leveraging their full capabilities for reporting and process improvement.
- Demonstrated expertise in developing and executing compelling content strategies across various digital platforms, including social media, for employer branding purposes.
- Experience in data analysis and reporting within a recruitment or HR context, translating data into actionable insights.
- Solid understanding of the South African labor market and relevant employment legislation (e.g., POPIA).
- Strategic Thinking & Execution : Ability to translate business needs into effective talent acquisition and branding strategies and execute them flawlessly.
- Exceptional Communication & Storytelling : Superior written and verbal communication skills with the ability to craft compelling narratives and present insights to diverse audiences, including senior leadership.
- Advanced Sourcing & Networking : Expert-level proficiency in various sourcing methodologies and a proven ability to build strong professional networks.
- Data Analysis & Reporting : Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data, identify trends, and provide data-driven recommendations.
- Project Management : Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, prioritize effectively, and meet tight deadlines.
- Tech Savvy : Advanced proficiency with HRIS / ATS, CRM tools, social media analytics, and content creation platforms.
Influence & Collaboration :
- Ability to build strong relationships, influence stakeholders at all levels, and collaborate effectively across teams.
- Creativity & Innovation : A highly creative mindset with a passion for developing unique and impactful employer branding initiatives.
- Problem-Solving & Adaptability : Proactive and resourceful in identifying and resolving complex challenges, with the ability to thrive in a constantly evolving environment.
- Confidentiality & Integrity : Highest level of discretion and ethical conduct when handling sensitive information.
Personal Attributes :
- Results-oriented and highly accountable, with a strong drive to achieve and exceed targets.
- A visionary and innovative thinker who constantly seeks new ways to attract and engage talent.
- Highly collaborative and a natural leader, inspiring others and fostering a positive team environment.
- Resilient and adaptable, able to navigate challenges and embrace change with a positive attitude.
- Detail-oriented and highly organized, with a meticulous approach to work.
Qualifications :
- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Marketing, Communications, Business Administration, or a related field.
- A relevant postgraduate qualification or certification (e.g., HR, Marketing, Digital Marketing) is highly advantageous.
- Experience :
- 5-7 years of progressive experience in Talent Acquisition, Employer Branding, or a combination of both, with a strong focus on strategic execution and demonstrable