Talent Acquisition Specialist

Are you a dynamic, data-driven recruitment professional ready to take your next big leap? At Faircape Group, we're not just hiring, we're building the future of diverse industries, from healthcare and retirement living to solar energy, fibre/ISP services, property management, and utility infrastructure.

We are looking for a Talent Acquisition Specialist to join our team, based full time on-site at our Claremont office.

As a Talent Acquisition Specialist , you'll do more than fill roles - you'll help shape teams, influence growth, and ensure we're always hiring for impact. You'll thrive in an environment that moves quickly, offers true variety, and values quality over quantity.

This isn't a standard recruitment desk. You'll partner closely with stakeholders across operations, engineering, healthcare, finance, IT, and more - each with distinct hiring needs, challenges, and opportunities to learn. From sourcing Registered Nurses for our high-end healthcare facilities, to finding top-tier engineers, accountants, or customer service professionals, your role is essential to building the talent that powers our Group.

Why Join Us?

• Quarterly performance bonuses – your hard work deserves to be rewarded
• Long service leave – we appreciate and recognize your dedication.
• Onsite Barista – enjoy free, barista-made coffee
• Subsidised vending machine snacks – quick energy boosts when you need them.
• Discounted internet (ISP) packages – stay connected at a reduced cost.
• Fixed Flexi-Time (06:30 – 18:30): You may adjust your start and end times within this window, on a fixed schedule agreed in advance. This provides flexibility while still supporting work–life balance.
• Subsidised parking – making your commute hassle-free.

Take the next step in your career—apply today

You'll manage the end-to-end recruitment cycle across various departments and business units, including:

• Partnering with hiring managers to define role requirements and ideal candidate profiles
• Crafting compelling job adverts that reflect our brand and attract high-quality applicants
• Posting vacancies on relevant platforms (job boards, LinkedIn, Facebook, internal systems)
• Proactively sourcing and engaging talent using LinkedIn Recruiter, Boolean search, and targeted outreach
• Building and maintaining a strong pipeline of both active and passive candidates
• Screening CVs, conducting telephonic interviews, and facilitating behavioural assessments
• Coordinating and managing candidate interviews, assessments, and floor evaluations
• Ensuring a consistent, professional, and engaging candidate experience from start to finish
• Coaching and supporting hiring managers in structured, competency-based interviewing
• Preparing interview guides and tools to ensure effective and unbiased selection
• Tracking and reporting on key recruitment metrics (e.g. time-to-fill, cost-per-hire, source quality)
• Prioritising role fulfilment timelines to minimise disruption to operations
• Conducting market research and salary benchmarking to stay competitive
• Acting as a Faircape brand ambassador in every interaction
• Building partnerships with universities, agencies, and professional networks
• Continuously improving recruitment processes, systems, and candidate experience
• Participating in cross-functional projects to enhance overall talent acquisition strategy
• Creating job descriptions where required, alongside the hiring manager

Qualifications:

• Tertiary qualification, e.g. Human Resources or Industrial/Organisational Psychology (advantageous)

Experience:

• Proven experience in a high-volume recruitment role, either in-house or agency-based.
• Hands-on experience using social media, professional networks, and Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS).
• Skilled in conducting competency-based interviews, screening candidates, and evaluating talent across a range of roles.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple vacancies simultaneously while maintaining quality and responsiveness.

Skills and Attributes:

• Technically savvy with strong computer literacy (Google Drive, Sheets, Docs preferred).
• Expert in using platforms like LinkedIn Recruiter, Facebook, and niche job sites for active and passive sourcing.
• Solid understanding of sourcing strategies and recruitment funnels.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
• Highly organised, detail-oriented, and adaptable.
• Able to remain calm and focused under pressure in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Strong prioritisation and follow-through skills - able to meet deadlines without sacrificing quality.
• A positive, collaborative team player with a proactive mindset and strong interpersonal presence.

Specific Requirements:

• Clear health record
• Clear criminal record
• Clear credit record
• Two positive written references

Normal working hours are Mondays to Fridays from 08h00 until 17h00 with a 45 minute lunch break. The company allows employees, by approval of the direct manager, to work flexi time between 06h30 and 18h30.

With centrally located and modern offices just across from Cavendish in Claremont, Faircape offers market-related salaries, dependent on experience, qualifications, skills and attributes.

Should you not receive a response within 2 weeks of applying, please consider your application unsuccessful.