Our client is seeking a dynamic and forward-thinking Talent Acquisition Specialist to focus on graduate recruitment within their Retail Client Services division. This role is responsible for attracting, engaging, and securing high‑potential graduates for Investment Service Consultant positions. You will play a key role in building strong early‑career talent pipelines by partnering with universities, hosting and attending career events, and delivering a seamless and engaging recruitment experience for graduates entering the workforce. Main responsibilities Sourcing Develop and implement innovative sourcing strategies to attract diverse talent. Identify and attract prospective candidates using a variety of channels. Identify and implement / onboard additional platforms within the various recruitment channels. Serve as brand ambassador at various recruitment events. Drive ad‑hoc initiatives to increase volumes and drive brand awareness within recruitment channels. Team operations Ensure recruitment targets are met. Professional end‑to‑end management of allocated recruitment channels. Conduct interviews and manage end‑to‑end candidate journey. Assist in maintaining transformation and diversity targets within various recruitment channels. Manage a positive internal and external candidate experience. Identify ways of improving the candidate experience. Liaise and build relationships with internal and external networks to ensure proper understanding of business requirements for recruitment initiatives such as career fairs and webinars. Administration and reporting Responsible for end‑to‑end administrative duties for each step in the recruitment process (sourcing, screening, interviews, booking of assessments, interviews and roleplays, candidate follow‑ups and feedback, generation of contracts, relocation administration, etc.). Maintain a positive on‑boarding candidate experience. Own recruitment processes, and process improvements within our recruitment channels. Assist supporting teams with creating requisitions and assist with the recruitment process. Own and participate in the end‑to‑end interview process. Ensure that reporting requirements are met. Skills and competencies Excellent time management skills with the ability to manage a heavy workload and multiple tasks. Exceptional interpersonal skills. Influential, persuasive, and result oriented. Good judgement, organisational and problem‑solving skills. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to facilitate group discussions and presentations in professional, diplomatic and tactful manner. Analytically minded with a proven ability to innovate. Qualifications 1-3 years proven experience with: In‑house and graduate recruitment Good understanding of university landscape Able to build and maintain relationships Computer Literacy – All Microsoft products – Essential Relevant degree in Human Resource Management or Industrial Psychology (or studying towards one) – Advantageous. Experience with the use of psychometric tools and hiring systems – Advantageous. Experience with recruitment within financial services – Advantageous Location Cape Town (On‑site) #J-18808-Ljbffr