Talent Acquisition Officer

Recruiter

Indian Ocean Export Company

Job Ref

2836174510

Date posted

Thursday, June 11, 2026

Location

Durban, South Africa

SUMMARY

POSITION INFO

IOEC is seeking a Talent Acquisition Officer to deliver end-to-end in-house recruitment across assigned roles, taking ownership of sourcing, screening, coordination, and delivery. The role is hands-on and execution-focused, with accountability for outcomes. The Talent Acquisition Officer is expected to source local and international talent, identify risks or delays early, and drive hiring delivery. This role suits an in-house recruiter who works independently, takes ownership, and is accountable for results rather than activity. A strong sourcing discipline and the ability to build, maintain, and leverage centralised talent pipelines are essential. Key Responsibilities: Subsidiary & Group Operating Model Operate within a group recruitment model supporting multiple subsidiaries and business units Build and maintain a centralised talent database and shared pipelines across the group Apply consistent recruitment standards, processes, and reporting while remaining responsive to local business needs Partner with subsidiary and local leadership as the in-house recruitment contact Identify opportunities for internal promotions End-to-End In-House Recruitment Delivery Own the full recruitment lifecycle from vacancy notification to offer acceptance and onboarding handover to HR Manage multiple live requisitions concurrently Translate hiring needs into clear role requirements and sourcing strategies Conduct screening interviews, coordinate interviews, manage assessments, and complete reference checks Present candidate information in a structured format to support hiring decisions Manage offers and candidate communication Communicate clearly and timeously with stakeholders Review planning, prioritisation, and progress across allocated roles Maintain accurate files, data, and system records Direct Sourcing & Execution Source candidates through direct search, internal databases, referrals, LinkedIn, and targeted outreach Build and maintain talent pipelines for current and future roles Leverage group talent pools, referrals, and internal mobility before external sourcing Reduce reliance on agencies through proactive sourcing and pipeline development Maintain ATS data, recruitment trackers, and role allocation across entities Technology, Platforms & Process Use ATS platforms, LinkedIn Recruiter, job boards, assessment tools, and reporting dashboards effectively Apply recruitment workflows consistently Contribute to continuous improvement of recruitment processes KPI Ownership & Risk Management Own agreed recruitment KPIs e.g. Time to Fill Remain accountable for outcomes including quality of hire, pipeline health, stakeholder satisfaction, cost, and retention Identify delivery risks early and escalate with mitigation plans Reporting Maintain accurate recruitment reporting on a daily, weekly, and monthly basis File Management & Governance Maintain complete and accurate recruitment files on shared systems Ensure all candidate documentation and approvals are properly stored Comply with data protection, confidentiality, and governance requirements Engagement & Organisation Communicate clearly and professionally with internal and external stakeholders Manage stakeholder expectations Maintain strong organisation across task tracking, prioritisation, and follow-through Balance speed with accuracy in a internal recruitment environment MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS Competencies & Attributes Outcome-driven with focus on delivery and KPIs Comfortable using recruitment technology and reporting tools Clear and confident communicator Able to operate in fast-paced, operational environments Strong prioritisation and decision-making ability Sound professional judgement Resilient and solutions-oriented Experience Experience in internal recruitment or a blended agency and internal background Proven direct sourcing and pipeline development experience Experience recruiting across multiple functions or business units Consultative approach to stakeholders Experience writing and evaluating job specifications Education Matric HR Diploma or Bachelor’s degree (BSocSci, BA Industrial/Organisational Psychology, or BBA with HR preferred) Reporting Line Reports to Recruitment Manager, Head of HR, and Group HR Director