Talent Acquisition Specialist – Contractor

About the role

Do you envision yourself leading a recruitment team inspired by technology and committed to setting the standard for hiring and staff retention? If so, you are a good fit for this contractor role. The Talent Acquisition Specialist will develop and implement effective recruitment strategies, source and screen candidates, conduct interviews, and collaborate with hiring managers to ensure a smooth recruitment process.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and implement recruitment strategies to attract a diverse pool of qualified candidates.
• Source candidates through job boards, social media, and professional networks such as P‑Net, LinkedIn, and Career‑Junction.
• Identify gaps in the current recruitment process and lead continuous‑improvement projects.
• Screen resumes, conduct competency‑based interviews, and evaluate candidate fit.
• Coordinate and schedule interviews with hiring managers.
• Manage the end‑to‑end recruitment process from sourcing to final selection.
• Ensure compliance with equal employment opportunity laws and relevant regulations.
• Stay updated on recruitment trends and best practices to continuously improve strategies.

Required profile

• Minimum NQF Level 5 qualification in Human Resources Management or related field.
• At least 3 years of recruitment agency experience.
• Proven experience as a Recruitment/Talent Specialist or similar role.
• Strong knowledge of recruitment strategies, techniques, and relevant legislation.
• Excellent communication, analytical, and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks, deadlines, and recruitment projects.

Required skills

• Proficiency with candidate sourcing platforms (P‑Net, LinkedIn, Social Media, Career‑Junction).
• Experience using SuccessFactors (preferred).
• Knowledge of Targeted Selection / Competency‑based Interviewing systems.
• Recruitment database management, report creation, and trend analysis.
• Recruitment project management.