Talent Acquisition Specialist

Job Title: Talent Acquisition Specialist

Location: South Africa

Job Type: Full-Time, Remote

Working Hours: US Hours (9am-5pm EST)

Salary: South African Rand (ZAR)

We are looking for an experienced and driven Talent Acquisition Specialistto manage the full recruitment lifecycle from business development and client engagement through to candidate sourcing, placement, and ongoing relationship management.

This is a 360 recruitment role, requiring someone who can take ownership of the entire recruitment process. The successful candidate will be responsible for building relationships with clients, understanding their hiring needs, sourcing and engaging suitable candidates, managing interviews and offers, and successfully placing candidates.

The ideal candidate is commercially minded, highly organised, confident communicating with clients and candidates, and able to manage multiple vacancies and recruitment processes simultaneously.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with new and existing clients.
• Identify potential business opportunities and generate new client relationships.
• Understand clients' business needs, company culture, and recruitment requirements.
• Take detailed job briefs and provide guidance on recruitment strategy, candidate availability, and market conditions.
• Maintain regular communication with clients throughout the recruitment process.
• Manage client expectations and provide regular updates on recruitment progress.
• Manage the full recruitment lifecycle from job briefing through to successful placement.
• Source candidates using job boards, LinkedIn, databases, referrals, and other sourcing channels.
• Review CVs and applications and identify suitable candidates for active vacancies.
• Conduct candidate interviews and screening calls.
• Assess candidates against job requirements, skills, experience, and cultural fit.
• Build and maintain strong candidate relationships and talent pipelines.
• Present suitable candidates to clients with clear and professional candidate summaries.
• Coordinate interviews between candidates and clients.
• Prepare candidates for interviews and provide feedback throughout the process.
• Manage the offer process and support negotiations between clients and candidates.
• Follow up with both parties to ensure a smooth and successful placement.
• Manage counteroffers, concerns, and potential challenges during the hiring process.
• Ensure all required documentation and onboarding requirements are completed.
• Maintain contact with candidates and clients following placement to support retention and relationship management.
• Keep candidate and client information accurate and up to date within the ATS/CRM.
• Maintain detailed records of recruitment activity, candidate interactions, and client communication.
• Track vacancies, candidate pipelines, interviews, offers, and placements.
• Ensure consistent and timely follow-up with clients and candidates.
• Meet agreed recruitment, activity, and placement targets.
• Provide regular reporting on recruitment activity and progress.

Requirements

• Previous experience as a 360 Recruiter, Recruitment Consultant, Talent Acquisition Specialist, or similar recruitment role.
• Proven experience managing the full recruitment lifecycle.
• Experience with both candidate sourcing and client relationship management.
• Strong experience sourcing candidates through LinkedIn, job boards, databases, referrals, and direct outreach.
• Excellent interviewing and candidate assessment skills.
• Strong business development and relationship-building abilities.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Confident negotiating and managing offers.
• Strong organisational and time-management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple vacancies and competing priorities simultaneously.
• Experience using an ATS and/or CRM system.
• Strong attention to detail and follow-through.
• Ability to work independently and take ownership of recruitment outcomes.

Thinking of applying? Here's the inside scoop.

Let us walk you through the next steps.

Step 1 – Complete Your Application

Fill in our application form and upload your CV. This stores your profile in our Applicant Tracking System (ATS) and places you into our active job pipelines, making it easier for us to match you with current and future opportunities.

Step 2 – The First Look (One-Way Video Interview)

This is where your application comes to life. We review your CV and video interview to get a feel for your experience, communication style, and overall fit. If we like what we see, you're on to the next step!

Why do we ask for a video?

Because a résumé can tell us what you've done, but it can't show us you. Your video is your moment to shine, and it helps us see:

• How you communicate and connect with people.
• How you present yourself professionally.
• Other opportunities you might be an even better fit for (bonus surprises!).

Think of it as your personal trailer. One great video means we can pitch you for multiple roles and get you in front of the right employers, faster.

Heads up: Some clients watch your video directly, so make it one you'd be proud to have represent you. This is your highlight reel—make it count!

Step 3 – Let's Actually Talk

A Recruitment Specialist calls to chat about your experience, your availability, what you want to earn, and the role itself. Consider it a friendly vibe check.

Step 4 – The Fine Print, Made Fun

We break down what it's like working as an independent contractor—hours, pay, contract terms, the whole deal. No surprises, no fine-print sneakiness. You'll get it all in writing.

Step 5 – Matchmaking Time

Our Talent Delivery Team plays cupid, matching you to clients where you're most likely to shine. We can't promise everyone gets picked, but we're rooting for you.

Step 6 – Showtime

Got shortlisted? We'll set up your interview, prep you like a pro, and have your back the whole way—with a Reworks teammate right there facilitating.

Step 7 – The Verdict

We chase feedback the second it lands and keep you in the loop.

Fraud Disclaimer:  ReWorks Solutions will never request payment during recruitment or require in-person office visits. All official communication will come from a ReWorks Solutions email address. Please verify any suspicious messages with our team directly.