Talent Acquisition Specialist

Position: Talent Acquisition Specialist

Location: Pretoria

Can you spot talent a mile away? Do you understand the demands of the changing workforce and workplace? Are you unique in how you source the right people for the right job? Raise your hand because

WE’RE HIRING!

It’s our mission to unleash the potential in our team, and we know that teams perform best when they are diverse

and each individual feels that they belong. That’s why we want you to join us in the capacity of Talent Acquisition Specialist. This role plays an integral part in our team, as you run with all staff sourcing strategies and initiative for the entire group.

So, who are we and why would you want to join us?

We are a young, energetic, and passionate group of companies working in different industries, all focused on becoming market leader in our fields. Our fast-paced environment will positively challenge you and keep you engaged as you navigate through changing priorities and varying demands. We work smart, we work hard, but we have fun doing it!

Companies in our group include:

• LNDR – a lending solutions provider
• Aluma Capital – Asset and Fund Manager
• Cryosave – A bank for newborn stem cells
• APS – an outsourced call centre management company

What can we offer you? Some of our benefits include:

• Modern fit-for-purpose people practices.
• Working in a state-of-the-art tech building that includes access to on-site gym to help you grow your fitness as much as you do your brain.
• Two on-site restaurants that will have you inhaling aromas of mouth-watering lunchtime dishes, and freshly brewed coffee. At Fintech campus that’s just a part of the rhythm of the day.

Great, so who is a good fit?

A specialist who is an expert in applying strategies to create and deliver systems that improve the quality, efficiency and effectiveness of the talent acquisition process umbrella. The increasing competitiveness that defines the current workplace, the changing personalities of workers, the growing number of diverse members of the workforce in terms of gender and generations, all demand a new hiring strategy. This person oversees the sourcing, identifying, assessment and appointment of resources required for all companies within the group. Strategies to ensure a positive candidate experience from initial application to the final onboarding process needs to be implemented. We want you to tell the story of why people want to work here to make sure we get the right staff to help us succeed!

You may be wondering, what does the duties include?

• Develop and implement a hiring strategy that speaks to the overall objectives of each individual company, all the while making sure that the staffing needs are being met.
• Understand the business and hiring managers to make sure we don’t waste time with candidates that are not qualified and not suitable.
• Market the company as an employer of choice! We want to have people queuing up to work for us. You should actively work with the marketing team to build our social media presence and to advertise on suitable portals.
• Proactively create applicant pools and talent pipelines. Even if there are no vacancies we want a database of people who have been vetted that we can call on at any time. Use social media, use portals, your network or any other programmes that will work.
• Develop and implement graduate programs. “Catch them while they are young” we always say…it will be your responsibility to set up connections at varsities and promoting us to recent graduates.
• Screen and assess candidates properly to ensure high quality candidates get referred to hiring managers. This includes setting up an array of technical and non-technical assessments to screen suitability.
• Implement and maintain our recruitment processes including record keeping and tracking systems. It is important to support efficient full cycle recruiting!
• Find new and innovative ways to source talent without making use of recruitment agencies. We want you for your innovation and out of the box thinking.

Are there any specific skills and attributes required?

• An effective communicator, who can interact with all types of people, both written and verbal.
• Someone who is confident, not scared to pick up the phone and speak to anyone.
• An independent worker who delivers with minimal supervision.
• Has an ability to work effectively under pressure.
• Manages self to ensure deadlines are met.
• Develops and maintains solid relationships with colleagues and stakeholders.
• Remains curious, thinks outside the box and forms close relationships to hiring managers.
• Conveys a positive attitude even in difficult circumstances.
• Takes responsibility for the role and takes initiative.
• Cultural fit for a fast-moving and high-performance, but also informal and non-hierarchical organisation.

Take a look at the what the requirements for this amazing job is

• Tertiary qualification in Human Resources, Industrial Psychology or a similar field advantageous.
• 3+ years’ experience in talent acquisition or similar roles.
• Must be able to recruit without making use of employment agencies.
• Familiar with social media, CV’s, databases and professional networks.
• Experience with full cycle recruitment, using various interviewing techniques and evaluation methods.
• Experience within the financial services industry, specifically in recruiting for Financial Advisors.
• Proven excellence in your previous endeavours.