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Talent Acquisition Specialist

Kurtosys - Claremont, Western Cape, South Africa - Hybrid - posted 2026-09-10

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Kurtosys is a global SaaS fintech company providing digital marketing and client reporting tools for asset managers. Founded in 2002, the company operates across the UK, USA, and South Africa with over 160 employees, serving some of the world's largest asset managers. You will join the HR and Talent team as a Talent Acquisition Specialist, owning the full recruitment lifecycle for software engineering and technology roles. Your responsibilities include: • Partnering with hiring managers to define staffing needs and selection criteria • Sourcing candidates through multiple channels: social platforms, professional networks, and technology-sector communities • Running end-to-end interview and selection processes, including screening calls, technical assessments, and video/in-person interviews • Evaluating candidates using resumes, portfolios, and track record, leveraging your own expertise in tech roles • Writing tailored job descriptions and designing interview questions aligned with company culture • Leading employer branding initiatives alongside People Ops, Technology, and Marketing teams • Planning and delivering against quarterly and annual hiring forecasts by department • Maintaining strong relationships with past applicants and future candidates You'll operate both tactically (meeting real hiring deadlines) and strategically (building talent pipelines ahead of headcount needs). The role requires on-site presence during probation, transitioning to hybrid thereafter. Kurtosys promotes from within, encourages initiative and creative thinking, and is committed to inclusive hiring practices. REQUIREMENTS: • Proven experience as a talent acquisition specialist or similar role recruiting for IT, fintech, or technology positions, ideally within SaaS companies • Comfort using social media, resume databases, and professional networks (e.g., LinkedIn) • Hands-on, full-cycle recruiting experience across multiple interview and evaluation techniques • Working knowledge of applicant tracking systems (ATS) • Excellent verbal and written communication skills • Solid understanding of how different technical and business roles differ within an organization

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