HR Specialist – Talent Acquisition & Management (Pretoria)

About the role

We are looking for a proactive HR Specialist to lead Talent Acquisition and Talent Management functions for our Pretoria office. The role will collaborate with local and national HR teams to deliver talent solutions that align with business objectives and HR strategy.

Key responsibilities

• Manage end‑to‑end Talent Acquisition and Talent Management processes for PathCare Gauteng, ensuring compliance with group policies.
• Provide specialist advice to managers on advertising, shortlisting, interviewing, reference checking and onboarding.
• Coordinate onboarding, performance management, career pathing, talent identification and succession planning initiatives.
• Audit talent processes, produce metrics reports and drive continuous improvement using HR data and AI tools.
• Facilitate talent‑related workshops, training sessions and information meetings as required.
• Prepare and place internal and external job adverts across various platforms.
• Conduct exit interviews, compile resignation reports and manage talent‑related administration such as offer letters.
• Support generalist HR queries, compile management information and participate in HR projects.

Required profile

• National Diploma or Degree in Human Resources Management; Honours qualification is an advantage.
• 5‑8 years of HR experience with strong focus on Talent Acquisition and Talent Management.
• Proven track record coordinating full recruitment cycles and delivering talent‑management initiatives.
• Sound knowledge of South African labour legislation and HR policies.
• Experience with HRIS and Applicant Tracking Systems; familiarity with AI‑enabled HR tools is a plus.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management and analytical abilities.

Required skills

• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel).
• Use of HR Information Systems (HRIS) and Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS).
• Application of Artificial Intelligence tools for sourcing, data analysis and reporting.
• Data analysis and reporting on talent acquisition metrics.

What we offer

• Market‑related remuneration package with retirement fund contribution and risk benefits (Group Life and Disability).
• Annual bonus, competitive maternity benefits and health‑care allowance.
• Discounted pathology tests and payment of HPCSA/SANC registration fees.
• Development opportunities through the PathCare Training Academy.