Talent Acquisition Specialist (USA Market)

Talent Acquisition Specialist (USA Market)Location

Remote

Employment Type

Full-Time

Department

Talent Acquisition

Reports To

Talent Acquisition Manager / Director of Human Resources

About Our Client

Our client is a rapidly growing U.S.-based organisation committed to building high-performing teams that drive innovation and business success. They believe that hiring exceptional talent is one of the most important investments a company can make and are looking for a passionate Talent Acquisition Specialist to help attract, engage, and hire top professionals across multiple business functions.

This is an exciting opportunity to work remotely with a dynamic international team while supporting recruitment across the United States.

The Opportunity

As a Talent Acquisition Specialist, you will manage the full recruitment lifecycle, partnering closely with hiring managers to identify, attract, assess, and hire outstanding talent.

You'll play a key role in developing sourcing strategies, building talent pipelines, delivering an exceptional candidate experience, and ensuring recruitment processes are efficient, compliant, and aligned with business objectives.

This role is ideal for an experienced recruiter who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys building relationships with both candidates and hiring managers.

Key ResponsibilitiesFull-Cycle Recruitment

• Manage the complete recruitment process from job requisition through to offer acceptance.
• Partner with hiring managers to understand hiring needs and workforce planning.
• Develop effective recruitment strategies for multiple business functions.
• Manage several vacancies simultaneously while maintaining high service standards.

Candidate Sourcing

• Source candidates through LinkedIn Recruiter, Indeed, job boards, referrals, networking, and internal databases.
• Build proactive talent pipelines for future hiring needs.
• Conduct headhunting and passive candidate outreach.
• Screen CVs and applications against role requirements.
• Maintain regular communication with active and passive candidates.

Candidate Assessment

• Conduct telephone and video interviews.
• Assess candidates based on technical skills, behavioural competencies, and cultural fit.
• Coordinate assessments, interviews, and reference checks.
• Prepare candidate summaries and hiring recommendations.
• Provide timely interview feedback.

Hiring Manager Partnership

• Work closely with hiring managers throughout the recruitment process.
• Schedule interviews and coordinate recruitment activities.
• Advise managers on market trends, salary benchmarking, and recruitment best practices.
• Support offer negotiations and onboarding coordination.

Recruitment Administration

• Maintain accurate candidate records within the Applicant Tracking System (ATS).
• Update recruitment activity within the CRM.
• Prepare offer documentation and recruitment reports.
• Ensure compliance with U.S. employment regulations and company recruitment policies.

Employer Branding

• Write engaging job advertisements.
• Promote vacancies across recruitment platforms and social media.
• Enhance the employer brand by delivering an outstanding candidate experience.
• Participate in virtual career fairs and recruitment initiatives.

Recruitment Analytics

• Track recruitment metrics including time-to-fill, source of hire, cost-per-hire, and offer acceptance rates.
• Prepare weekly and monthly recruitment reports.
• Recommend improvements to recruitment processes and candidate attraction strategies.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

Success in this role will be measured by:

• Time-to-fill.
• Quality of hire.
• Number of successful placements.
• Hiring manager satisfaction.
• Candidate satisfaction.
• Offer acceptance rate.
• Recruitment process compliance.
• Talent pipeline development.
• Recruitment reporting accuracy.

Required Experience

• 3–5 years of experience in Talent Acquisition, Recruitment, or Human Resources.
• Experience managing the full recruitment lifecycle.
• Previous experience recruiting for U.S.-based positions is highly desirable.
• Strong sourcing and headhunting experience using LinkedIn Recruiter and other recruitment platforms.
• Excellent interviewing and candidate assessment skills.
• Excellent written and verbal English communication skills.
• Strong organisational and stakeholder management abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple vacancies in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Experience

Experience recruiting within one or more of the following areas is advantageous:

• Corporate Recruitment
• Technology & IT
• Sales & Business Development
• Customer Support
• Finance & Accounting
• Healthcare
• Operations
• Marketing
• Executive Recruitment

Experience with U.S. employment legislation and remote hiring practices is highly desirable.

Skills & Competencies

• Full-Cycle Recruitment
• Talent Acquisition
• Candidate Sourcing
• Headhunting
• Behavioural Interviewing
• Stakeholder Management
• Employer Branding
• Recruitment Analytics
• CRM & ATS Management
• Relationship Building
• Communication
• Organisation
• Time Management

Technology Stack

You'll regularly use:

• Applicant Tracking System (ATS)
• LinkedIn Recruiter
• LinkedIn Talent Insights
• Indeed
• Google Workspace
• Microsoft 365
• Zoom
• Microsoft Teams
• Slack
• CRM platforms
• AI-powered recruitment and sourcing tools

What Success Looks Like

Within your first 90 days, you will:

• Successfully manage multiple U.S. recruitment campaigns.
• Build strong relationships with hiring managers and candidates.
• Deliver high-quality candidate shortlists.
• Improve recruitment efficiency and candidate experience.
• Maintain accurate ATS and recruitment records.
• Contribute to the growth of the organisation through exceptional hiring outcomes.

Why Join Our Client?

Our client offers the opportunity to work with a forward-thinking organisation that values innovation, collaboration, and professional growth.

Benefits include:

• Competitive salary.
• Performance-based bonuses.
• Fully remote working environment.
• Career development and ongoing training.
• Opportunity to recruit across diverse business functions.
• Exposure to international recruitment practices.
• Collaborative and supportive team culture.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Our client is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other status protected by applicable law.

How to Apply

Please submit your:

• Updated CV/Resume.
• Cover Letter outlining your relevant recruitment experience.
• LinkedIn Profile (if applicable).

Email your application to careers@lamqora.com with the subject line:

Application – Talent Acquisition Specialist (USA Market)

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Pay: R23 750,00 - R28 493,37 per month

Work Location: Remote