257 Talent Acquisition Specialist jobs in South Africa

• 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

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.

The Talent Acquisition Specialist (TAS) plays a critical role in driving SolarAfrica's hiring strategy by proactively headhunting and securing top talent across specialised, technical, and business roles. This position drives the full recruitment lifecycle, from sourcing and engagement to onboarding coordination, talent assessment, and continuous improvement of hiring practices.

Position of the job in the Company:

The TAS will report directly to the Chief People Officer.

Principal responsibilities:

1. Manage Talent Identification & Headhunting:

2. Proactively source and engage top talent through direct headhunting, LinkedIn

3. Recruiter, Boolean search, referrals, and talent mapping.
4. Build and maintain robust candidate pipelines for current and future business needs.
5. Partner with hiring managers to understand role requirements, critical skills, and cultural fit.

6. Drive market mapping and strategic sourcing initiatives to stay ahead of hiring needs.

7. Recruitment Process Ownership

8. Manage the end-to-end recruitment process from role briefing to offer acceptance.

9. Draft job descriptions, place adverts, manage candidate communication, and ensure a high-touch candidate experience.
10. Ensure processes are fair, consistent, and aligned with compliance standards.

11. Partner with People Ops to ensure accurate offers and contracts.

12. Onboarding Coordination & Management:

13. Coordinate onboarding logistics to ensure a seamless new joiner experience.

14. Collaborate with People Ops to deliver onboarding sessions.

15. Gather feedback to continuously improve onboarding.

16. Talent Assessment & Evaluation:

17. Manage structured interview processes, including technical and cultural interviews.

18. Coordinate candidate assessments and verification processes.

19. Partner with managers to evaluate candidate quality and hiring outcomes.

20. Continuous Improvement & Market Insights:

21. Track and report on key recruitment metrics (time-to-hire, cost savings, quality of hire).

22. Analyse market insights, salary benchmarks, and sourcing trends.

23. Recommend and implement improvements to enhance efficiency and experience.

24. Any other job duties associated with this role.

Experience & Skills

• 3–5 years' experience in recruitment or talent acquisition, ideally within renewable energy, technical, or engineering industries.
• Proven track record in headhunting, including leadership/C-suite roles.
• Experience managing the full recruitment lifecycle and onboarding processes.
• Familiarity with compliance and best practices in recruitment.

Attributes

• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Highly proactive, target-driven, and detail-oriented.
• Comfortable managing multiple roles simultaneously.
• Skilled in using ATS systems (e.g., BambooHR, LinkedIn Recruiter).
• Passion for creating a positive candidate and manager experience.

Desirable

• Experience recruiting in the renewable energy, engineering, or infrastructure sectors.

What Does Success Look Like?

By Month 3:

• You are fully up to speed on our recruitment processes, ATS (BambooHR), and sourcing tools.
• You've successfully run end-to-end recruitment for at least one role, including sourcing, interviewing, and offer coordination.
• You've begun building strong talent pipelines for critical and hard-to-fill positions.
• You have established effective working relationships with hiring managers and People Ops.

By Month 6:

• You are confidently managing multiple vacancies simultaneously and consistently meeting a time-to-hire of 30 days.
• You've demonstrated strong headhunting capability by sourcing quality candidates directly for both technical and senior roles, including leadership positions where required.
• Hiring managers view you as a trusted recruitment partner, and your pipelines reflect top talent.
• You're actively improving candidate experience through clear communication, structured assessments, and cultural fit evaluation.

By Month 12:

• You are driving talent acquisition strategy proactively, anticipating business needs, advising managers, and continuously improving processes.
• You've contributed to measurable cost savings in recruitment fees through effective direct sourcing and pipeline building.
• You've implemented market insights and recruitment data to support strategic workforce planning.
• You are seen as a subject matter expert in talent acquisition, consistently attracting and hiring high-calibre talent aligned with SolarAfrica's culture and values.
• Your work directly impacts the company's ability to scale through high-quality, timely hires across all levels, including critical leadership roles.

Core Values:

We hire, reward, and recognise our team against these values. It is imperative that you believe in these values and demonstrate them consistently.

• We are passionate and proud of what we do.
• We communicate candidly, especially when it is difficult.
• We take the initiative, share our mistakes, and grow together.
• We are dependable and take accountability.
• No one person is bigger than the solution - no egos.

Talent Acquisition Specialist
Location: Midrand
Contract duration: 3 months
Scope of the role:

• Responsible for leading and driving talent resourcing initiatives
• Collaborate with respective business stakeholders to understand their talent needs and align resourcing strategies to meet the people plans.
• Ensure customer obsession and adopt the best recruitment approaches to drive a seamless candidate experience.

Key accountabilities and decision ownership
:

• Collaborate with business to develop and cultivate excellent working relationships to build in-depth understanding of requirements in order to plan sourcing strategies
• Build talent pipelines for future needs.
• Lead and coordinate end-to-end talent acquisition services including being accountable for proactively communicating and updating key stakeholders
• Consult with the business to support targeted attraction strategies for relevant business area based on the business drivers/strategy, research and analysis.
• Pro-active sourcing of candidates via internal databases, alternate sourcing channels, referrals, talent days and talent mapping exercises in order to meet client requirements.
• Provide market trends and analysis on a regular basis, utilising these insights to influence recruitment plans.
• Engage with preferred suppliers where necessary and build working relationships to deliver the right talent for the business.
• Accountable for resourcing reporting, including analysis of performance against KPIs and insights to shape the business area to further shape the business area specific resourcing strategy.
• Provide an exceptional candidate experience throughout the recruitment process.
• Assist with the alignment and achievement of Business Area Transformation targets through targeted sourcing and shortlisting.

Core competencies, knowledge and experience:

• Experienced talent acquisition specialist who has managed significant portfolios of complex recruitment for a demanding client base with a deep functional expertise
• Customer obsessed with experience of delivering a customer centric resourcing service and demonstrate innovation to problem solving as well as service delivery.
• Ability to work in a fast paced and changing environment.
• An effective and persuasive communicator who seeks insight into the business needs and acts as a knowledgeable advisor, as well as liaise and influence at senior level
• Strong networker, who adapts well to changing priorities, demonstrates resilience, flexibility and energy.
• Ability to analyse recruitment data and trends and to implement corrective actions.
• Commercial Acumen
• Experience in dealing with tight deadlines in a fast moving environment and dealing with complex roles and business areas

Must have technical / professional qualifications
:

• Matric / Grade 12 or SAQA Accredited Equivalent*
• Minimum of a B Degree with HR specialization or SAQA Accredited Equivalent*
• 5-8 years' experience in recruitment industry
• Experience in developing and delivering recruitment strategies and processes to improve outcomes.
• Experience in research, market mapping, and stakeholder management

Core competencies, knowledge and experience:

• Experienced talent acquisition specialist who has managed significant portfolios of complex recruitment for a demanding client base with a deep functional expertise
• Customer obsessed with experience of delivering a customer centric resourcing service and demonstrate innovation to problem solving as well as service delivery.
• Ability to work in a fast paced and changing environment.
• An effective and persuasive communicator who seeks insight into the business needs and acts as a knowledgeable advisor, as well as liaise and influence at senior level.
• Strong networker, who adapts well to changing priorities, demonstrates resilience, flexibility and energy.
• Ability to analyse recruitment data and trends and to implement corrective actions.
• Commercial Acumen

Company Description

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Role Description

This is a full-time remote role for a Talent Acquisition Specialist. The Talent Acquisition Specialist will be responsible for managing the full life cycle recruiting process, which includes sourcing, interviewing, and hiring candidates. The role also involves collaborating with hiring managers to determine recruitment needs, developing and maintaining employer branding strategies, and ensuring a positive candidate experience throughout the recruitment process.

Qualifications

• Min 3 years of work experience
• Full-life Cycle Recruiting and Recruiting skills
• Interviewing and Hiring Skills
• Employer Branding experience
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Experience in using recruitment software and applicant tracking systems
• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field

Overview:

The role of the contract TA Specialist will be responsible for identifying, attracting, and hiring top talent to support NSC's company's growth and success. Partnering with hiring managers, develop effective recruitment strategies, and ensure a seamless candidate experience.

This is a key role that requires a proactive and results driven approach representing NSC both internally and externally at all levels.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute full life cycle recruitment strategies to attract top talent.
• Source candidates using various channels, including job boards, LinkedIn, social media, networking, and referrals.
• Screen CVs, conduct interviews, and assess candidates to ensure the best fit for the NSC
• Ensure best practice is followed and provide an engaging candidate journey
• Collaborate with hiring managers to understand hiring needs and create job descriptions.
• Manage the candidate experience, ensuring a smooth and positive recruitment process.
• Build and maintain a strong talent pipeline for current and future hiring needs.
• Utilise applicant tracking systems - ICIMS and other recruitment tools to track candidate progress.
• Stay updated on industry trends, talent acquisition best practices, and competitor hiring strategies.
• Support employer branding initiatives by promoting company culture and values through recruitment marketing.
• Coordinate and participate in job fairs, networking events, and campus recruitment programs.
• Generate data reports on key hiring metrics, including time-to-fill, candidate conversion rates, and sourcing effectiveness.
• Provide data-driven insights to hiring managers to improve recruitment strategies.
• Monitor and analyse market trends, competitor hiring practices, and talent availability using data insights.
• Ensure data integrity and accuracy in all recruitment reporting and ICIMS
• Create and present monthly and quarterly recruitment dashboards for your business areas

Qualifications:

• Educated to degree level or proven recruitment experience (preference will be given to candidates with experience working on EUC and corporate vacancies)
• The ideal candidate will have experience of both Agency and In-House recruitment preferably gained in a professional services / IT environment.
• Expertise in various candidate sourcing strategies (e.g. web & social media sourcing, networking, advertising and database searching)
• Experience managing candidates through the full end to end recruitment process
• Experience of behavioural / competency-based interviewing
• Experience in the use of recruitment databases, knowledge of Icims would be advantageous
• Experience and interest in Social Media Recruitment and usage of new technologies
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office particularly Word and Excel
• Awareness of employment legislation
• Ability to work to and meet demanding and deadlines
• Proven ability to organise and prioritise workload
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to manage changing situations

• Ability to pick things up quickly

• Ability to be assertive with members of staff when necessary

• Ability to speak, read and write in English (C1) + European language advantageous

A bit about us

We're a world-leading smart mobility SaaS tech company with over 2,000,000 subscribers across 27 countries. Cartrack is a leading global provider of telematics, fleet management, and intelligent mobility solutions. We are driven by innovation, data, and technology that empower businesses and individuals to move smarter. Our teams consist of passionate professionals who thrive in a fast-paced, performance-driven environment.

Are you curious, innovative and passionate?

Do you take ownership, embrace challenges, and love problem-solving?

The Talent Acquisition Specialist will support the full recruitment lifecycle for technical roles within Cartrack's Technology division. This role requires someone who is proactive, detail-oriented, and passionate about sourcing and engaging top IT talent to meet business needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the full recruitment cycle for assigned technical positions.
• Source for niche and hard-to-fill roles using multiple channels and platforms.
• Understand departmental needs and hiring requirements to align recruitment strategies.
• Conduct relevant assessments and initial screening to ensure strong candidate alignment.
• Maintain a robust and active pipeline for critical and recurring technical roles.
• Be proactive in identifying and engaging high-quality candidates in the market.
• Support recruitment reporting, analytics, and process improvements within the Talent Acquisition function.
• Contribute to employer branding initiatives targeting the IT and tech community.

Key Skills & Competencies

• Strong understanding of technical roles, tools, and terminology.
• Skilled in sourcing and engaging passive candidates.
• Excellent communication and coordination skills.
• Organized and able to manage multiple vacancies effectively.
• Data-driven mindset with strong attention to detail.
• Collaborative, proactive, and results-focused approach.

You have

• Diploma or Degree in Human Resources, Industrial Psychology, or Information Technology.
• 2–4 years' full-cycle recruitment experience, with a strong focus on IT and technical positions.
• Proven ability to source and engage candidates for niche roles
• Experience in managing multiple vacancies simultaneously within a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
• Comfortable working with hiring managers and technical teams to understand role requirements and align recruitment strategies.
• Solid understanding of technical skills, tools, and frameworks to conduct relevant screenings and assessments.
• Proficiency in using LinkedIn Recruiter, ATS platforms, and Boolean search methods.
• Exposure to data-driven recruitment practices, including reporting, analytics, and process improvements.
• Awareness of market trends and best practices in IT talent acquisition.

Job Type: Full-time

Language:

• English (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Your role

The Talent Acquisition Specialist is responsible for managing the end-of-the-end recruitment process to attract, source and hire talent in line with the business needs, Employment Equity (EE) requirements and Atlas Copco's "The Way We Do Things".

• Partner with line managers to identify current and future staffing needs.
• Managing the full recruitment lifecycle including initiating job requisitions, posting of jobs internally and externally, shortlisting candidates, coordinating interviewing, administering assessments, negotiating offers, arranging verification checks (criminal, qualifications, references) and onboarding coordination.
• Draft offers, appointment and announcement letters and publish announcements on the Group People News page.
• Liaise with recruitment agencies for sourcing temporary and contract workers.
• Advise line managers and apply the most effective recruitment methods and channels for specific roles.
• Develop external channels and networks to attract and recruit talent.
• Monitor feedback from 90-, 180- and 365-day onboarding surveys in Glint and propose and implement strategies to enhance employee experience
• Identify and advise line managers on the most underrepresented race and gender group at an occupational level that needs to be targeted for appointments when a vacancy arises.
• Track and report progress against Employment Equity goals.
• Maintain a complete and thorough paper trail to provide justification for deviation from appointment in line with Employment Equity targets.
• Monitor and analyse recruitment statistics (e.g. Time to Hire) using People Analytics to identify trends and make improvements.
• Provide support to employees on the Internal Job Market.
• Provide training and support to HR users in Sub-Saharan Africa on the Recruitment module.
• Support HR and business with other ad hoc functions as required.

To succeed, you will need

• Degree in Human Resources, Industrial Psychology or related.
• Minimum 1 -2 years' experience in talent acquisition, recruitment or similar HR role.
• Familiar with South African Labour Relations and Employment Equity legislation.
• Proficient in MS Office applications.
• Working knowledge on SAP SuccessFactors would be advantageous.

In return, we offer

• Culture of trust and accountability
• Lifelong learning and career growth
• Innovation powered by people
• Comprehensive compensation and benefits
• Health and well-being

Job location

This role requires you to work on-site at our office in Jet Park, Gauteng, South Africa (ZA). You will be part of a dynamic team and enjoy the benefits of face-to-face collaboration.

Contact information

Talent Acquisition Team: Taryn Calsey Africa

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