Junior Business Development / Talent Associate

SUMMARY:
Junior Business Development / Talent Associate

We are seeking a driven and dynamic Junior Business Development / Talent Associate to join our team in Elarduspark, Pretoria East. The ideal candidate should have a strong background in business development and recruitment, with a focus on client acquisition and candidate sourcing.

POSITION INFO:
Minimum Requirements:

• Essential: Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Human Resources, Marketing, or a related field (preferred but not essential with relevant experience).
• Beneficial: Minimum 2 years of experience in business development, recruitment, or a related role.
• Proven track record in client acquisition and building strong client relationships.
• Beneficial: Experience in candidate sourcing and recruitment processes.

• Actively seek out and build relationships with potential clients to generate new business.
• Conduct market research to identify recruitment needs and opportunities.
• Identify and contact potential clients to introduce recruitment services.
• Present the company’s services, highlighting solutions tailored to clients' recruitment needs.
• Build and maintain long-term relationships with clients by understanding their hiring requirements.
• Work closely with clients to obtain detailed job specifications.
• Develop and submit tailored recruitment proposals.
• Handle contract negotiations and follow-up with clients.
• Achieve monthly, quarterly, and yearly business development targets.

• Utilise recruitment platforms to identify and source potential candidates.
• Conduct initial screening and shortlisting of candidates.
• Schedule interviews and maintain the candidate database.
• Provide updates to clients on recruitment progress.
  
  

• Perform general administrative tasks such as filing, scanning, copying and shredding documents.
• Type and format CVs for candidates, ensuring accuracy and professional presentation.
• Support with additional ad-hoc duties as required.

• Strong sales and negotiation skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and within a team.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and recruitment platforms.

• Self-motivated and target-driven.
• Proactive with a solution-focused attitude.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

• Office-based role in Pretoria East, Elarduspark.
• Laptop provided by the company.
• Commission structure based on achieving and exceeding business development and recruitment targets.
• Training provided.