Talent Sourcing Specialist (6-Month Contract) Luxury Property Group | Johannesburg
Salary: Negotiable DOE

Kendrick Recruitment is seeking a Talent Sourcing Specialist on a 6-month contract for a leading luxury property group based in Johannesburg. This role will suit a proactive and detail-oriented individual with proven experience in talent sourcing and recruitment, ideally within the hospitality or luxury service industry.

Key Responsibilities

Talent Sourcing & Pipeline Development

• Proactively source candidates through multiple channels including the company career page, job boards, social media, internal networks, referrals, and agencies.

• Build and maintain a strong pipeline of qualified candidates for current and future recruitment needs.

• Develop sourcing strategies for hard-to-fill and critical roles across the groups properties.

Candidate Engagement & Screening

• Conduct initial screening calls to evaluate candidate suitability, motivation, and alignment with company values.

• Ensure timely and professional communication with all candidates throughout the process.

• Carry out reference, qualification, and compliance checks.

• Maintain accurate and detailed recruitment records within the applicant tracking system.

Market Intelligence & Employer Branding

• Monitor talent market trends and competitor activity to strengthen sourcing strategies.

• Collaborate with marketing to promote the employer value proposition and attract talent.

Compliance & Process Excellence

• Ensure all sourcing activities are compliant with Employment Equity legislation and internal recruitment policies.

• Support hiring managers with shortlisting and interview coordination during high-volume recruitment periods.

• Contribute to the continuous improvement of sourcing tools, templates, and processes.

Qualifications & Experience

• Diploma or degree in Human Resources, Business, Marketing, or related field.

• Minimum of 2 years experience in talent sourcing or recruitment, preferably in hospitality or luxury service industries.

• Proven track record in sourcing passive candidates and managing high-volume recruitment.

• Proficiency with applicant tracking systems and sourcing tools (e.g. Simplify.HR, LinkedIn, job boards).

• Basic design skills in Canva (advantageous).

• Strong command of MS 365 Office suite, with a focus on formatting accuracy.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

• Proactive, resourceful, and able to work with a sense of urgency.

• Empathetic with a strong awareness of candidate experience.

• Analytical thinker with sound decision-making ability.

• High attention to detail and organisational skills.

• Ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities.

• Passion for people and alignment with company values.

Personal Attributes

• Exceptional attention to detail and time management.

• Guest-focused mindset, with a commitment to excellence.

• Team player with a positive, enthusiastic, and professional attitude.

• Adaptable, flexible, and resilient under pressure.

• Creative, proactive, and solution-driven.

• Loyal, committed, and open to constructive feedback.

• Strong people skills patient, tolerant, and caring.

This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated recruitment professional to make a tangible impact within a luxury brand environment.