OVERALL PURPOSE

• Reporting to the Group Talent Acquisition Manager, responsible for managing and administering the attraction and recruitment of high quality suitably qualified individuals to support the company’s hiring needs primarily in our South Africa offices (currently Cape Town, Johannesburg and Stellenbosch) using a range of sources and techniques.  Continuing development of our direct sourcing model as a primary initiative building out and nurturing our future talent pipelines.
• This position will be based in our Cape Town office.

Key Responsibilities
PRINCIPAL ELEMENTS AND ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Work with the Group Talent Acquisition Manager,  other team members in TA and the SA HR team to ensure delivery of a professional service to the business and to candidates alike.
• Meet with business managers - and SA HR as required - to discuss current and planned hiring needs and agree strategy to achieve a successful outcome, taking full ownership for delivery.
• Manage job applications from various sources including the company website, LinkedIn, job boards, social media, professional networks and industry – specific platforms ensuring candidates have a positive experience and building a strong pipeline
• Work collaboratively with TA colleagues to build and nurture a pipeline of quality talent suitable to be interviewed for future vacancies.
• Keep abreast of best market practice and employment laws in South Africa.
• Support TA and HR projects as required to meet Group hiring objectives and enable growth of the business, e.g. working with universities and early careers establishments to source junior talent.
• Monitor recruitment and talent acquisition mailboxes to ensure timely response to enquiries.
• Work with and develop relationships with selected agencies to help fill positions
• Assist with other work as agreed from time to time, e.g. assisting with recruitment in other jurisdictions, create projects to improve recruitment strategies.
• Adaptability and willingness to embrace new technologies and recruitment methods in a fast-paced, evolving environment.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• BComm Degree in HR, Law, Business or similar
• Previous work experience in recruitment (in-house and/or agency) – min 2 years
• Proficient in using applicant tracking systems (ATS) and other HR software.
• Proven track record of successfully helping businesses build teams in a high-growth environment
• Experience working with universities and organising TA events to attract high calibre talent (Desireable)
• Experience of different jurisdictions and/or cultures beneficial
• Deep understanding of the recruitment industry, particularly in executive search and specialised roles.
• Fluency in Afrikaans beneficial

COMPETENCIES, SKILLS AND BEHAVIOURS

• Attention to detail and work with accuracy
• Service first’ attitude
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal)
• Ability to work collaboratively across teams/departments/divisions/geographies
• Strong time management skills
• Able to adapt to changing priorities
• Ability to work under pressure and within deadlines
• Team player
• Strong Excel skills
• Analytical and problem-solving skills, with a data-driven approach to recruitment and team building.
• Ability to work independently.