Talent Acquisition Consultant

Talent Acquisition Consultant

Johannesburg

Fixed Term Contract without benefits

The Company

An international software firm that solves real-world problems with innovative solutions and modern technology stacks. Our experience spans the education, financial services, gaming, government, insurance and telecoms sectors. We maintain our track record by using our vast business domain knowledge and world-class skills to successfully deliver digital solutions into client organisations.

Our relaxed yet professional work environment extends to our flat management structure. Being a part of our company means working on dynamic project teams, while pursuing your own career growth through our Continuous Learning Programme.

The Role

We are looking for a young, energetic and dynamic talent acquisition consultant to recruit excellent candidates for our business and specifically the intern, bursar and graduate programmes. You will build lasting relationships with these candidates, guiding them into their successful careers with us. In this role, you will manage and co-ordinate various initiatives and campaigns, while showcasing our strong employer brand and ensuring a great candidate experience.

Requirements:

• 2-3 years’ experience recruiting technical talent within the software development space
• Previous experience in internal IT recruitment preferable
• Experienced in full-cycle recruitment and headhunting
• Knowledge of sourcing methodologies and tools including internal ATS CV databases, deep-web Boolean searching, tapping through engineering / business social networks and other unique methods
• Ability to generate a high-volume high-quality pipeline of candidates within tight deadlines
• Ability to prioritise multiple functions and tasks
• Ability to effectively manage time in a fast-paced, ever-evolving environment
• Ability to maintain strong relationships with candidates, recruiters and executives
• Excellent admin, communication and statistics reporting skills
• Detail oriented

Responsibilities:

• As a talent consultant
• Working closely with recruitment agencies and other service providers
• Working closely with hiring managers in identifying staffing needs
• Planning interview and selection procedures, including screening calls, technical challenges and interviews
• As a grad master
• Sourcing talented interns, bursars and graduate candidates for our relevant programmes
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with these candidates
• Utilising your solid social media presence to interact with candidates and showcase involvements, events and campaigns
• Working closely with marketing team to ideate and initiate innovative ways to engage with and approach students
• Assisting with event co-ordination and management for intern, bursar and graduate days
• Reporting on various programmes and liaising with relevant stakeholders within the business

Traits

• Passionate about recruiting and future industry leaders
• Strong communication skills
• Strong admin skills
• Self-motivated
• Able to work under minimal supervision