Talent Acquisition Specialist
Pavago · South Africa ·
- Work mode
- Remote
- Employment
- Full time
- Category
- Recruiting
Talent Acquisition Specialist
Position Type: Full-Time, Remote
Working Hours: EST Business Hours
About the Role
Pavago is seeking a passionate and proactive Talent Acquisition Specialist to join our growing recruitment team. This role plays a critical part in identifying, attracting, and hiring exceptional talent for a diverse range of client positions across multiple industries.
This is more than just sourcing resumes—you will own the recruitment lifecycle from job posting through candidate presentation while delivering an outstanding experience for both candidates and clients. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, enjoy connecting great talent with exciting opportunities, and take pride in building strong hiring pipelines, we'd love to hear from you.
Responsibilities
Candidate Sourcing & Recruitment
- Create and publish engaging job postings across multiple hiring platforms.
- Source high-quality candidates through LinkedIn, job boards, networking, referrals, and other recruitment channels.
- Review applications and conduct initial candidate screenings.
- Build and maintain strong talent pipelines for current and future hiring needs.
- Identify passive candidates through proactive sourcing strategies.
Candidate Assessment & Interviewing
- Conduct structured interviews to evaluate candidates' technical skills, communication abilities, and cultural fit.
- Assess candidate suitability based on client requirements.
- Prepare comprehensive interview evaluations and hiring recommendations.
- Present shortlisted candidates to clients with detailed profiles highlighting their strengths and qualifications.
Interview Coordination
- Coordinate interviews between candidates and hiring managers.
- Manage interview scheduling and ensure a smooth recruitment experience.
- Maintain regular communication with candidates throughout every stage of the hiring process.
- Provide timely updates and feedback whenever possible.
Client Collaboration
- Develop a strong understanding of each client's hiring requirements, business goals, and company culture.
- Work closely with internal stakeholders to refine candidate profiles and hiring strategies.
- Deliver exceptional client service by presenting highly qualified candidates efficiently.
Recruitment Operations
- Maintain accurate candidate records within the Applicant Tracking System (ATS).
- Keep recruitment pipelines organized and up to date.
- Support onboarding activities to ensure a seamless transition for successful candidates.
- Continuously improve recruitment workflows and sourcing strategies.
What Makes You a Strong Fit
- You genuinely enjoy connecting talented people with great career opportunities.
- You are highly organized and can manage multiple hiring processes simultaneously.
- You communicate confidently with candidates, clients, and internal stakeholders.
- You proactively solve recruitment challenges instead of waiting for direction.
- You take ownership of your roles and consistently deliver results.
- You thrive in a remote, fast-paced, and collaborative environment.
Required Experience & Skills
Must-Have
- Previous experience in Talent Acquisition, Recruitment, or a similar hiring role.
- Strong experience sourcing candidates through LinkedIn, job boards, referrals, and networking.
- Excellent verbal and written English communication skills.
- Experience conducting structured candidate interviews.
- Ability to evaluate candidate qualifications and cultural fit.
- Strong organizational and time-management skills.
- Experience coordinating multiple recruitment processes simultaneously.
- Familiarity with Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and recruitment platforms.
- Proficiency with video conferencing tools for remote interviews.
- Ability to work independently while managing competing priorities.
Nice-to-Have
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Human Resources, or a related field.
- Experience recruiting for remote or international positions.
- Experience working in a recruitment agency or staffing environment.
- Knowledge of Boolean search and advanced sourcing techniques.
- Experience recruiting across multiple industries and functional roles.
What Does a Typical Day Look Like?
Your day begins by reviewing active hiring priorities, responding to new applications, and sourcing candidates across multiple platforms. Throughout the day, you conduct candidate interviews, coordinate client interviews, communicate with hiring managers, and present qualified candidates for open positions.
You'll maintain ATS records, manage recruitment pipelines, support onboarding activities, and continuously build relationships with talented professionals for future opportunities.
Success in this role comes from consistently identifying high-quality talent, delivering an excellent candidate experience, and helping clients hire exceptional people.
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
- Time-to-Fill
- Quality of Candidates Submitted
- Interview-to-Offer Ratio
- Candidate Response Rate
- Client Satisfaction
- ATS Data Accuracy
- Candidate Experience
- Offer Acceptance Rate
You Are the Right Person If...
- You enjoy building relationships with people.
- You are naturally curious and know how to uncover great talent.
- You can confidently assess candidates through structured interviews.
- You stay organized even while managing multiple open roles.
- You are proactive, resourceful, and accountable.
- You enjoy working in a fast-moving recruitment environment.
Interview Process
- Initial Recruiter Screening
- Video Interview
- Final Team Interview
- Background & Reference Checks
- Offer Stage