Talent Acquisition Specialist

Ovii's Interpretation of the Role

The Talent Acquisition Specialist drives end‑to‑end recruitment for a remote staffing firm, sourcing, assessing, and presenting candidates while partnering closely with clients. The role balances high‑volume pipeline management with a strong focus on candidate experience and client satisfaction.

Role Snapshot

• Full‑time remote recruiter
• End‑to‑end talent acquisition
• Candidate sourcing & screening
• Client partnership
• ATS pipeline management
• Interview coordination

Must-Have Requirements

• Previous experience in Talent Acquisition or Recruitment
• Strong experience sourcing candidates via LinkedIn, job boards, referrals, and networking
• Excellent verbal and written English communication
• Experience conducting structured candidate interviews
• Strong organizational and time‑management skills
• Experience coordinating multiple recruitment processes simultaneously
• Familiarity with Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS)
• Proficiency with video‑conferencing tools for remote interviews
• Talent acquisition/recruitment experience

Nice-to-Have Signals

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Human Resources, or 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
• Recruitment agency experience
• Remote/international hiring

Work Setup

• Location: South Africa
• Work mode: REMOTE
• Remote scope: COUNTRY_RESTRICTED
• Remote countries: South Africa
• Timezone: EST business hours
• Employment type: Full-Time

Not Specified in JD

• Salary range
• Visa sponsorship
• Notice period
• Travel requirements
• Security clearance
• Background check
• Relocation assistance
• Coding test
• Portfolio
• GitHub
• Writing sample
• Cover letter

What You'll Likely Work On

• Create and publish job postings; source candidates via LinkedIn, job boards, referrals, and networking
• Screen applications and conduct structured interviews to assess skills and cultural fit
• Maintain and update candidate records and pipelines in the ATS
• Coordinate interview schedules between candidates and hiring managers
• Partner with clients to understand hiring needs and present shortlisted candidates
• Support onboarding and continuously improve recruitment processes

Good Fit If You Have

• Enjoys building relationships and connecting talent with opportunities
• Highly organized and able to juggle multiple hiring processes
• Proactive problem‑solver in a fast‑paced environment
• Strong written and verbal English communication
• Comfortable working independently in a remote setting