Discovery Limited

  • Gauteng
  • Discovery Limited
Job Description:

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    Imagine a world where people live healthier, more enhanced and protected lives… A world in which each organisation is a powerful influencer and responsible corporate citizen, committed to being a force for social good. As a leading innovator in healthcare, wellness, insurance, investments, financial and life planning, Discovery works ceaselessly to...

    Talent Acquisition Specialist

    Objectives of this role

    • Ensure that staffing needs are being met with business objectives in mind
    • Devise and implement sourcing strategies to build pipelines for potential applicants
    • Create and implement end-to-end hiring processes to ensure a positive experience for candidates
    • Form close relationships with hiring managers to ensure clear expectations for candidates and interviewers
    • Provide input to ensure that teams consist of diverse, qualified individuals

    Responsibilities

    • Coordinate with hiring managers to identify staffing needs and candidate selection criteria
    • Source applicants through online channels, such as LinkedIn and other professional networks
    • Assist with creating job descriptions and interview questions that reflect the requirements for each position
    • Compile lists of most-suitable candidates by assessing their CVs, portfolios, and references
    • Maintain records of all materials used for recruitment, including interview notes and related paperwork, to share with key stakeholders
    • Real time reporting of recruitment activities and statuses
    • Headhunting for scarce/hard-to-fill roles (cold calling)

    Education and Experience

    Required skills and qualifications

    • Three to Five years of experience in a talent acquisition role
    • Experience in full-cycle recruiting, using various interview techniques and evaluation methods
    • Proficiency with social media, CV databases, and professional networks
    • Experience in using LinkedIn Talent Solutions to proactively source candidates
    • Proficiency in documenting processes and keeping up with industry trends
    • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
    • Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint and Excel)

    Preferred skills and qualifications

    • Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in human resources management or similar field
    • Knowledge of applicant tracking systems

    Personal Attributes and Skills

    • Drives Results
    • Values Driven
    • Optimistic
    • Learns on the Fly
    • Resilient
    • Instils Trust
    • People Savvy
    • Problem Solver
    • Manages Complexity
    • Business Acumen
    • Builds Networks
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