Remote Talent Acquisition Specialist - Startup & Scale-up

About the Role Our client, an innovative recruitment consultancy that partners with high-growth startups and scale-ups, is seeking a dynamic and proactive Remote Talent Acquisition Specialist. This role is entirely remote, allowing you to work from anywhere within South Africa. You will be instrumental in identifying, attracting, and securing top talent for fast-paced tech and innovation companies. The ideal candidate will possess a passion for the startup ecosystem, a strong understanding of tech roles, and exceptional skills in full-cycle recruitment, employer branding, and candidate experience. You will play a crucial role in helping these emerging companies build their teams and achieve their growth objectives. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a fully remote capacity, shaping the future of talent acquisition for disruptive businesses.

We are looking for someone who thrives in agile environments and is dedicated to finding exceptional people.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the full recruitment lifecycle for a variety of roles within startups and scale-ups, including tech, product, marketing, and operations.
• Develop and implement effective sourcing strategies to attract candidates, with a focus on passive talent and diverse pipelines.
• Craft compelling job descriptions and employer branding content to attract top candidates.
• Conduct thorough candidate screenings, interviews, and assessments to evaluate skills, experience, and cultural fit.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with startup founders, hiring managers, and candidates.
• Provide a seamless and positive candidate experience throughout the recruitment process.
• Stay updated on industry trends, best practices in talent acquisition, and the evolving startup landscape.
• Utilize recruitment technologies and platforms effectively to manage the talent pipeline.
• Collaborate closely with clients to understand their unique hiring needs and company culture.
• Contribute to improving recruitment processes and developing scalable talent acquisition strategies for high-growth companies.

Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in talent acquisition or recruitment, with a significant focus on the startup or scale-up environment.
• Demonstrated success in recruiting for tech roles (e.g., software engineers, product managers, data scientists) and other key functions within early‑stage companies.
• Experience with various sourcing tools and methods, including social media, Boolean search, and networking.
• Excellent understanding of startup culture, challenges, and the talent market for high‑growth companies.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work autonomously in a fully remote setting.
• Passion for innovation and entrepreneurship.
• Familiarity with Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS).
• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field or equivalent practical experience.

Benefits

• Fully remote position, providing flexibility and work‑life balance.
• Competitive salary and performance‑based incentives.
• Opportunity to work with exciting and rapidly growing companies.
• Direct impact on building high‑performing teams for innovative businesses.
• Continuous learning and development opportunities within the startup ecosystem.
• Collaborative and energetic virtual team environment.
• Be part of a consultancy dedicated to empowering startups through exceptional talent.