Talent Acquisition Specialist (Remote – Cape Town Based)

Location: Fully Remote, but must be based in Cape Town

Hours: 9am – 6pm UK (Monday to Friday)

Start Date: Immediate

VA Central is seeking a highly organised, proactive, and people-focused Talent Acquisition Specialist to join our Talent & Recruitment team.

In this role, you will be responsible for candidate sourcing, screening, interviewing, and recruitment coordination, ensuring a seamless and professional experience for both candidates and clients. You will also support onboarding and HR administration, contributing to the smooth operation of our growing remote workforce.

Key Responsibilities

Recruitment & Talent Acquisition

• Create, post, and maintain job advertisements across Zoho Recruit, Indeed, and LinkedIn.
• Conduct proactive sourcing and headhunting activities using LinkedIn Recruiter.
• Conduct up to four internal interviews per day (Tuesday to Thursday).
• Dedicate Mondays and Fridays to recruitment administration and support activities.
• Screen, vet, and shortlist candidates according to client requirements.
• Upload interview notes and recordings to Microsoft Teams.
• Prepare and format candidate profiles and CV presentations for clients.
• Coordinate and schedule client interviews and Virtual Assistant introduction calls via Zoom.
• Manage candidate communications throughout the recruitment process.

HR & Administrative Support

• Maintain accurate candidate and employee records within the HR platform.
• Assist with HR administration and data entry in Zoho People.
• Schedule weekly, monthly, and quarterly Virtual Assistant check-ins.
• Coordinate onboarding meetings for newly placed Virtual Assistants.
• Maintain recruitment trackers, onboarding records, and related documentation.
• Manage multiple inboxes and provide administrative support as required.
• Upload and organise headshots and supporting documentation across Google Drive, OneDrive, and Microsoft Teams.
• Ensure all contracts and supporting documentation are current, accurately stored, and easily accessible.
• Draft, prepare, and send contracts for approval and signature using Zoho Sign in a timely manner.
• Support client relationship management and handle communications with multiple clients simultaneously.
• Assist with creating short-form recruitment and employer branding content for social media platforms when required.

What We're Looking For

• Proven experience in Talent Acquisition, Recruitment, or HR Administration, preferably within a remote environment.
• Strong interviewing, screening, and candidate assessment skills.
• Excellent organisational skills with exceptional attention to detail.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience using Zoho Recruit, Zoho People, Microsoft Teams, LinkedIn Recruiter, and Zoom.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines effectively.
• Self-motivated and capable of working independently while collaborating with a remote team.
• Adaptable, proactive, and solutions-focused in a fast-paced environment.
• Professional, positive, and service-oriented approach.
• Willingness to attend team events and functions when required.

Hardware Requirements

• Own computer or laptop.
• Reliable fibre or high-speed internet connection.
• Noise-cancelling headset with microphone for calls and VOIP.
• Up-to-date antivirus protection.
• UPS or backup power solution for load shedding (non-negotiable).

Why Join VA Central?

At VA Central, we're building more than just a team—we're building a community.

You'll play a key role in connecting talented professionals with meaningful opportunities while helping our clients grow their businesses. If you're a confident communicator who thrives on building relationships, achieving results, and making an impact, we'd love to hear from you.

Pay: R25 000,00 - R30 000,00 per month

Work Location: Remote