Talent acquisition specialist - must be working for a start up!

The Focus Group • cape town, western cape • Posted July 09, 2026

About the Role

Mandatory Startup Experience

MUST BE WORKING FOR A START UP!!

Role Overview

We’re looking for a Talent Acquisition Specialist to own and elevate how we hire across non-technical functions - improving quality of hire, reducing reliance on external agencies, and building a world‑class candidate experience. This role is about raising the bar. You’ll act as a dedicated talent partner to non‑technical teams, working closely with the relevant People Business Partner and business leadership to ensure we consistently hire exceptional talent that succeeds at COMPANY.

Key Responsibilities End‑to‑end hiring Own the full recruitment lifecycle across non‑technical roles (e.g. Customer Success, Growth, Finance, Legal, Operations) Partner with Hiring Managers and the People Business Partner to define role requirements and craft high‑quality job specs Build and manage strong inbound and outbound pipelines Functional Alignment & Business Partnership Act as the primary talent partner f...