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Recruitment Officer Jobs in Pietermaritzburg, South Africa at Innovazi Consulting (Pty) Ltd
Recruitment Officer | Insurance Industry | Pietermaritzburg
We are looking for a Recruitment Officer to manage the full recruitment and onboarding lifecycle for various group entities. This role is central to attracting and securing high-quality, culturally aligned talent while ensuring a streamlined, professional, and values-driven hiring experience. You will collaborate closely with hiring managers, recruitment agencies, and candidates; support workforce planning; ensure compliance with labour legislation; and contribute to continuous improvement and employer branding initiatives.
Key Responsibilities:
– Manage the start-to-end recruitment process, from workforce planning and job profiling to sourcing, screening, and shortlisting.
– Draft accurate and compelling job descriptions and vacancy adverts.
– Schedule and conduct CV screening, perform telephonic interviews, coordinate interviews and administer assessments.
– Provide timely, professional communication and feedback to all candidates.
– Prepare offer letters, contracts, and recruitment documentation.
– Conduct reference checks and pre-employment verifications.
– Coordinate onboarding, induction, and probation follow-ups.
– Maintain accurate recruitment records in line with POPIA and company policy.
– Prepare recruitment reports and contribute to employer branding initiatives.
– Monitor diversity and inclusion considerations throughout the sourcing process.
Minimum Requirements:
– Diploma or Degree in Human Resources or a related field.
– At least 2 years’ experience managing the full recruitment lifecycle.
– Experience working with recruitment agencies and recruitment platforms.
– Strong knowledge of labour legislation and HR policies.
– Proficient in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and MS Teams).
– Experience using applicant tracking systems (ATS).
– Exposure to AI tools (e.g., ChatGPT, Copilot) for research, drafting, and administrative support.
Key Skills & Attributes:
– Strong communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills.
– Highly organised, with exceptional attention to detail.
– Ability to prioritise and work under pressure.
– Collaborative and engaging approach to working with multiple stakeholders.
– Proactive, adaptable, and open to innovative recruitment methods.
– Ethical, professional, and committed to confidentiality.
Title: Recruitment Officer
Company: Innovazi Consulting (Pty) Ltd
Location: Pietermaritzburg, South Africa
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