Johannesburg: Recruitment Coordinator (Maternity Cover)

Main Purpose: The Recruitment Coordinator supports the recruitment team by managing administrative tasks, coordinating interviews, coordinating programmes, maintaining candidate records, and ensuring a smooth and efficient hiring process. This role is key to delivering a positive candidate experience and supporting the team in meeting hiring goals. Main Responsibilities and Accountabilities: Recruitment To support Recruitment team and Recruitment Manager with following functions: Assist maintain Applicant Tracking System (Ditto Hire) Place job adverts on Firm’s website, job portals and social media Screen candidates’ CVs Schedule interviews, coordinate logistics for virtual and personal interviews and sit-in on interviews Maintain records of all candidates that go through recruitment process Psychometric testing (when necessary) Conduct all background verification checks for all placements Ensure internal recruitment policy and procedure are followed Ensure IRBA, EEA and BBBEE requirements of the Firm are considered during recruitment and placement process Respond to unsuccessful applicants appropriately Assist to prepare Letters of Appointment and send to successful candidates Assist with the onboarding process, compile all candidates’ records and provide to HR Manager Communicate to HR Manager regarding acceptance of offers Communicate with relevant stakeholders on new staff joining the firm Coordinate with Marketing team on recruitment marketing campaigns and material Make bookings to exhibit at Career Fairs at various Learning Institutions to attract talent Make all necessary arrangements for exhibition stands and attend at Career Fairs Assist coordinate projects with various Learning Institutions Vacation Work / Job Shadow Programme Assist with coordinating and executing vacation programmes to attract students for SAICA articles Manage applications and candidate communication Schedule interviews, coordinate logistics for virtual and personal interviews and sit-in on interviews Coordinate logistics including staff and management’s calendars, venue booking, catering, and materials preparation Ensure a positive experience for participants and gather feedback for continuous improvement Staff Wellbeing Assist Social Committee with initiatives that contribute to employee wellness Company culture and Values Assist implementing initiatives to build company culture Encourage communication of PKF Octagon values to staff Corporate Social Responsibility Assist with CSR where requested Knowledge Competencies, Experience and Qualifications: BCom HR Management 2 years of experience in Recruitment Coordinator role (advantageous) Experience in full recruitment function (advantageous) Must be computer literate Personal Competencies: Constantly kept abreast of changes in the industry and able to interpret these changes to the benefit of the firm. Accountable, responsible, delivery orientated. Strive to constantly add value. Innovative and adaptable. Able to work well under pressure. Ensure professional and positive attitude at all times. Display excellent communication skills (both verbal and written). Self-motivated, driven and determined. Team player. Ensures attention to detail and quality of output. Must be assertive and confident in their abilities.