Talent Associate

SUMMARY:
Talent Associate
Marvel Placement Consultants is looking for a motivated and dynamic Talent Associate to join our team. This role is ideal for an individual with a passion for talent acquisition, strong interpersonal skills, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced consulting environment. The Talent Associate will play a pivotal role in identifying, attracting, and placing top talent for our clients, while building long-term professional relationships and contributing to business growth.

Minimum Requirements:

• A Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Psychology, or a related field (NQF Level 7 minimum).
• An NQF Level 8 qualification will be advantageous.
• At least 1 year of experience in recruitment or talent acquisition.
• Proven track record of successful candidate placements.
• Proficiency in recruitment platforms, sourcing tools, and MS Office Suite.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Certification in talent acquisition/recruitment will be advantageous.

POSITION INFO:
Key Duties & Responsibilities:

• Advertising & Campaigns: Write and publish professional job adverts across platforms (Placement Partner, PNet, LinkedIn, social media), ensuring compliance with non-discrimination policies.
• Sourcing: Actively source candidates via portals, LinkedIn, and networking, while building and maintaining a comprehensive candidate database.
• Candidate Management: Screen, interview, and qualify candidates according to client specifications. Conduct competency-based interviews and ensure thorough candidate checks (MIE, references, employment verification).
• Priming & Preparation: Prepare candidates for interviews, providing guidance on roles, companies, and interview panels.
• Administration: Maintain accurate records, type CVs in company format, update Placement Partner, and ensure professional documentation at all times.
• Client Engagement: Support client servicing through regular check-ins, assisting in qualifying job specs, and preparing professional candidate submissions.
• Business Development: Support consultants in generating new business opportunities through networking, candidate conversion, and research.
• Relationship Management: Build and maintain professional relationships with both candidates and clients to encourage repeat business.
• Targets & Planning: Work towards agreed weekly, monthly, and annual targets, with consistent progress tracking and reporting.