Junior Talent Acquisition Consultant

Optimi has an opportunity for a proactive and detail-oriented Junior Talent Acquisition Consultant to join our Human Resources team. You will play a key role in supporting junior and bulk recruitment activities, ensuring a seamless process for candidates and hiring managers.

REQUIREMENTS

• Grade 12
• Human Resources qualification
• 1–2 years’ experience in recruitment
• Microsoft Office Suite, Microsoft Teams, LinkedIn, PNet, Simplify.HR
• Familiarity with Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS)
• Fluent in English (written and verbal)
• MIE Certified Agent (Advantageous)

DUTIES

• Manage junior and bulk temporary recruitment processes from request to placement.
• Facilitate recruitment request forms and load ATRs for approval.
• Screen and shortlist candidates.
• Conduct interviews and coordinate assessments.
• Perform reference, criminal, and qualification checks.
• Provide timely feedback to candidates.
• Maintain and update the social media recruitment report regularly.
• Ensure that all job adverts are copy checked and approved by relevant managers.
• Send approved adverts to the marketing team for posting on the company’s website and social media platforms.
• Prepare purchase requisitions (PRs) promptly upon receipt.
• Ensure that PRs are signed off by relevant managers and department heads.
• Submit PRs to finance and follow up on payment status.
• Ensure POPI compliance in all recruitment activities.
• Stay updated on recruitment trends and best practices.
• Deliver an excellent candidate and stakeholder experience.
• Promote collaboration within the HR team.
• Assist the HR team with recruitment-related tasks or projects.
• Support other administrative duties as required.

This position is based in Centurion.

Should you not receive a call from us within 14 days, please consider your application unsuccessful.