Recruitment Coordinator (Maternity Cover)

Recruiter:

PKF Octagon

Job Ref:

1495111451

Date posted:

Wednesday, October 15, 2025

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa

SUMMARY:
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POSITION INFO:

Main Purpose:

The Recruitment Coordinator supports the recruitment team by managing administrative tasks, coordinating interviews, coordinating programmes, maintaining candidate records, and ensuring a smooth and efficient hiring process. This role is key to delivering a positive candidate experience and supporting the team in meeting hiring goals.

Main Responsibilities and Accountabilities:

Recruitment

To support Recruitment team and Recruitment Manager with following functions:

Assist maintain Applicant Tracking System (Ditto Hire)
Place job adverts on Firm’s website, job portals and social media
Screen candidates’ CVs
Schedule interviews, coordinate logistics for virtual and personal interviews and sit-in on interviews
Maintain records of all candidates that go through recruitment process
Psychometric testing (when necessary)
Conduct all background verification checks for all placements
Ensure internal recruitment policy and procedure are followed
Ensure IRBA, EEA and BBBEE requirements of the Firm are considered during recruitment and placement process
Respond to unsuccessful applicants appropriately
Assist to prepare Letters of Appointment and send to successful candidates
Assist with the onboarding process, compile all candidates’ records and provide to HR Manager
Communicate to HR Manager regarding acceptance of offers
Communicate with relevant stakeholders on new staff joining the firm
Coordinate with Marketing team on recruitment marketing campaigns and material
Make bookings to exhibit at Career Fairs at various Learning Institutions to attract talent
Make all necessary arrangements for exhibition stands and attend at Career Fairs
Assist coordinate projects with various Learning Institutions

Vacation Work / Job Shadow Programme

Assist with coordinating and executing vacation programmes to attract students for SAICA articles
Manage applications and candidate communication
Schedule interviews, coordinate logistics for virtual and personal interviews and sit-in on interviews
Coordinate logistics including staff and management’s calendars, venue booking, catering, and materials preparation
Ensure a positive experience for participants and gather feedback for continuous improvement

Staff Wellbeing

Assist Social Committee with initiatives that contribute to employee wellness

Company culture and Values

Assist implementing initiatives to build company culture
Encourage communication of PKF Octagon values to staff

Corporate Social Responsibility

Assist with CSR where requested

Knowledge Competencies, Experience and Qualifications:

BCom HR Management
2 years of experience in Recruitment Coordinator role (advantageous)
Experience in full recruitment function (advantageous)
Must be computer literate

Personal Competencies:

Constantly kept abreast of changes in the industry and able to interpret these changes to the benefit of the firm.
Accountable, responsible, delivery orientated.
Strive to constantly add value.
Innovative and adaptable.
Able to work well under pressure.
Ensure professional and positive attitude at all times.
Display excellent communication skills (both verbal and written).
Self-motivated, driven and determined.
Team player.
Ensures attention to detail and quality of output.
Must be assertive and confident in their abilities.

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