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Talent Acquisition Specialist - Africa

IQVIA
R 144 751 - R 183 287 a year
City of Tshwane Metropolitan Municipality, Gauteng
Full time
3 weeks ago

Talent Acquisition Specialist – Africa

Location: Africa (Remote/On-site depending on region)
Department: Talent Acquisition
Company: IQVIA

About the Role

IQVIA is seeking a dynamic and driven Talent Acquisition Specialist to join our growing team in Africa. In this role, you’ll play a key part in attracting top talent across the region by supporting end-to-end recruitment efforts for a designated business unit. You’ll collaborate closely with hiring managers, HR partners, and external networks to ensure we hire the best candidates in a timely and cost-effective manner.

Key Responsibilities

  • Partner with hiring managers to understand staffing needs and develop tailored recruitment strategies.
  • Draft compelling job descriptions and manage job postings across various platforms.
  • Screen resumes, conduct interviews, and assess candidates’ qualifications, experience, and cultural fit.
  • Coordinate and execute recruitment campaigns, including job fairs and university outreach.
  • Build and maintain a strong pipeline of qualified candidates through proactive sourcing and networking.
  • Collaborate with external recruitment agencies and leverage online tools to expand candidate reach.
  • Provide guidance to hiring teams on best practices in interviewing and selection.
  • Ensure compliance with local hiring regulations and internal policies, including applicant tracking.
  • Stay informed on market trends, salary benchmarks, and competitor hiring practices.
  • Support diversity hiring initiatives and contribute to an inclusive recruitment process.
  • Deliver timely updates and insights to business leaders on recruitment progress and challenges.

Qualifications & Skills

  • Bachelor’s degree required; equivalent experience may be considered.
  • Minimum 1 year of experience in recruitment or a related HR function.
  • Solid understanding of recruitment laws and best practices in the African market.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and applicant tracking systems (ATS).
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Strong attention to detail and organizational abilities.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
  • High level of discretion and professionalism.
  • Customer-focused mindset with a proactive approach to problem-solving.
  • Awareness of market dynamics and talent trends in the region.

IQVIA is a leading global provider of clinical research services, commercial insights and healthcare intelligence to the life sciences and healthcare industries. We create intelligent connections to accelerate the development and commercialization of innovative medical treatments to help improve patient outcomes and population health worldwide . Learn more at https://jobs.iqvia.com

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