Talent Acquisition Specialist (Portuguese Speaking)

Introduction

Join a global tech leader and help shape the teams that drive our success. Cartrack, a world-leading smart mobility Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) company operating in 23 countries, is on the hunt for a high-energy Talent Acquisition Specialist. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and love connecting great talent with great opportunities, then this role is for you!

Job Purpose

Manage end-to-end, high-volume recruitment while partnering closely with hiring managers, senior managers and executives. The role requires a professional, relationship-focused recruiter who is fluent in Portuguese and can operate effectively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end recruitment across multiple vacancies.
• Partner with managers and executives to understand hiring requirements.
• Build strong stakeholder and candidate relationships.
• Manage bulk, fast-paced recruitment while maintaining quality.
• Source candidates through job boards, LinkedIn, headhunting, networking, referrals and social media.
• Recruit across sales, relationship management, business development and other client-facing roles.
• Conduct candidate screening, shortlisting and interview coordination.
• Communicate professionally with Portuguese-speaking candidates and stakeholders.
• Deliver a strong candidate experience throughout the recruitment process.
• Maintain accurate ATS records and recruitment pipelines.
• Track recruitment activity and recruitment metrics.
• Continuously improve sourcing and recruitment processes.
• Ensure confidentiality, compliance and best recruitment practices.

Minimum Requirements

• Grade 12 / Senior Certificate
• Fluent Portuguese and English – written and spoken (non-negotiable).
• Tertiary qualification
• 2–5 years' Talent Acquisition / Recruitment experience (agency or in-house).
• Sales, relationship management or client-facing recruitment experience advantageous.
• Experience in high-volume / bulk recruitment.
• Proven ability to work with managers and executives.
• Strong MS Office skills and experience with ATS/recruitment technology.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Strong work ethic, accountability and attention to detail.
• Proactive, results-driven and able to work under pressure.
• Strong alignment with Karooooo / Cartrack values: customer excellence, accountability, urgency and performance.

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Rosebank, Gauteng: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Language:

• Portuguese (Required)

Work Location: In person