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.

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.