Description:
Junior Recruitment Consultant (JB5888)
Location: Johannesburg North, Gauteng
Salary: R10 – 17 000 basic + commission
Type: Permanent, with three-month probation period | In-Office
An established international recruitment business is seeking a Junior Recruitment Consultant to support a high-performing global recruitment team. This role is ideally suited to an HR Administrator, Recruitment Administrator, or Office Administrator who is eager to transition into full recruitment and build a long-term career in the industry.
You will work closely with senior consultants, supporting candidate management, recruitment coordination, and backend administration within a fast-paced, professional environment.
This is a fully in-office position and may require flexibility beyond standard working hours during peak recruitment periods, events, or client deadlines. Applicants must be comfortable working in a high-responsibility, deadline-driven environment.
Minimum Requirements:
Degree or diploma in HR, Business Administration, Psychology, Marketing, or similar is preferred
Minimum 2 years’ experience in HR administration, recruitment support, or a client-facing administrative role
Exposure to recruitment processes or B2B environments is advantageous
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Highly organised with excellent attention to detail
Comfortable using MS Office, LinkedIn, and digital systems
Professional, reliable, and proactive
Able to work independently in a fast-paced office environment
Own reliable vehicle and valid driver’s licence (Essential)
Key Responsibilities:
Recruitment & Candidate Support
Reviewing and managing CVs and applications
Screening candidates for international roles
Scheduling and coordinating interviews
Preparing candidate profiles and shortlists
Managing and updating job adverts
HR / Recruitment Administration
Maintaining accurate candidate records and databases (ATS)
Managing recruitment documentation and reporting
Invoicing and candidate tracking
Assisting with travel bookings and logistics
Supporting recruitment events, career days, and international visits
Communication & Coordination
Professional communication with candidates
Internal coordination with senior recruiters
Supporting client-facing tasks when required
Please do not apply using scanned CVs; no supporting documentation is required at this point. This will be requested later.
Kontak Recruitment Disclaimer:
Equal opportunity: All backgrounds are welcome, with no bias. All are considered based on requirements.
Job specifics: Requirements mirror advertisement, duties may adjust for client needs.
Fair process: Fair assessment, only shortlisted candidates contacted due to volume.
Privacy: Data processed as per Privacy Policy. By applying, you agree to data handling. We safeguard applicant info.
Candidate verification: Candidates selected by the client are verified. False info may disqualify or end employment with the client.
Offer clarity: The Advert is not a binding offer. Written offers based on pre-employment conditions.
No direct link: Advert is not tied to Kontak Recruitment. We assist in the employment process ONLY.
Applicant Responsibility: Upon applying, confirmation of receipt for a specific advert is given. If no confirmation is received, you must verify with Kontak Recruitment.