Talent Acquisition Specialist
Reporting Structure: Talent Acquisition Specialist will report directly to the National HR Manager.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Grade 12/ Matric
- National Diploma or equivalent qualification in Human Resources Management
- 3+ years’ experience in the retail industry in a similar role or in a recruitment agency
- Valid Driver’s License – Code 8 unendorsed (must be able willing to travel)
- Computer Literate i.e. Microsoft Office package
- Experience in various recruitment and selection techniques
- Experience in job analysis, role profiling and competency-based interviews
- Experience in the professional use of sourcing channels and platforms e.g., LinkedIn, Indeed, Ditto.HR
Key Responsibilities:
Recruitment Process and Policy:
- Own and drive talent sourcing, selecting and acquisition process, including building local talent sourcing pipelines aligned to the company's Talent Management and Employment Equity plans.
- Assess current recruitment policies and processes to ensure compliance and minimize exposure to adverse outcomes.
- Continuously improve and update recruitment templates and documentation.
- Introduce key assessment tools and standardized interview techniques; train line managers on recruitment processes.
Recruitment Needs Analysis:
- Work closely with relevant business heads to understand objectives and construct plans to improve recruitment performance.
- Execute and create relevant talent sourcing pools to ensure a steady pipeline of talent.
- Analyze the company's Talent Plans to assess internal versus external talent needs.
- Anticipate future talent needs and advise on sourcing, selection, and acquisition tactics.
Sourcing, Attracting and Selecting:
- Effectively use the recruitment management system.
- Re-assess all current adverts and job specifications with the HRBP.
- Provide a comprehensive recruitment and selection service to ensure Time to Fill is within company norms.
- Fulfill multiple roles to ensure consistent levels of workforce talent.
- Create and improve relevant workflows and manage sourcing platforms.
- Communicate with external sources to ensure appropriate solutions for the business.
Brand Ambassador:
- Enhance the company’s external brand through job portals, social media, and by attending/facilitating career fairs.
- Partner with stakeholders to market the company as an attractive employer brand.
- Drive word-of-mouth employer brand awareness.
- Continuously update and maintain the website and online career portals.
Reporting:
- Compile regular reports on recruitment and social media activities.
- Report on recruitment trends in the retail industry.
- Determine metrics to track the effectiveness of the recruitment function.
- Conduct effective workforce forecasting and reporting as requested.
Key Skills and Competencies:
- Adaptability under pressure.
- Initiative and decision-making ability.
- Creativity and forward-thinking.
- Good communication skills on all levels.
- Customer insight and focus.
- Team player.
- Attention to detail.
- Willingness to learn.
- Excellent communication and people skills.
- Organized and driven.
- Problem-solving ability.
- Market research skills.
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