Recruitment Graduate Opportunity at iStore Head Office in Sandton

iStore, part of Core Group, is looking for an enthusiastic and people-oriented Recruitment Graduate to join its Human Resources team at the iStore Head Office in Sandton, Gauteng. This 12-month fixed-term contract offers a valuable opportunity for a recent graduate who wants to build a career in recruitment, talent acquisition and Human Resources. The successful candidate will work closely with the recruitment team and gain practical experience in the full recruitment and selection process. Duties will include advertising vacancies, screening applications, communicating with candidates, coordinating interviews, maintaining recruitment records and supporting talent attraction initiatives within a fast-paced retail environment.

The Recruitment Graduate position at iStore is suited to someone who enjoys working with people, has an interest in identifying talent and wants to understand how businesses attract and select the right employees. You will interact with candidates, hiring managers and other business stakeholders while supporting different stages of recruitment. The role will also provide exposure to employer branding, recruitment projects and applicant tracking systems. Through practical training and guidance from experienced recruitment professionals, you will develop skills that can support your long-term career in Human Resources.

Applicants should have recently completed a qualification in Human Resources Management, Industrial Psychology, Business Management or a related field. Previous recruitment experience is not essential. iStore is looking for someone with strong communication and organisational skills, good attention to detail and a positive attitude towards learning. You should be comfortable engaging with different people, managing multiple tasks and working as part of a team. Computer literacy, particularly Microsoft Office skills, is also important for handling recruitment administration and candidate information.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with the end-to-end recruitment and selection process, supporting the recruitment team with activities from vacancy advertising to candidate placement.
• Advertise available positions across relevant recruitment platforms and social media channels to attract suitable applicants.
• Review and screen CVs to identify candidates whose qualifications, experience and skills match the requirements of advertised vacancies.
• Conduct initial candidate screening calls to assess suitability and gather relevant information.
• Assist with conducting candidate interviews and supporting the recruitment team during the selection process.
• Coordinate interviews between candidates and hiring managers, ensuring that schedules and arrangements are communicated clearly.
• Communicate with applicants throughout the recruitment process and provide relevant updates where required.
• Support a positive candidate experience through professional, timely and respectful communication.
• Maintain and update the applicant tracking system to ensure that candidate information and recruitment progress remain accurate.
• Keep recruitment records organised and ensure that relevant candidate documents are properly maintained.
• Assist with reference checks and other recruitment administration activities.
• Build and maintain a database of potential candidates for current and future recruitment requirements.
• Support recruitment projects and assist with activities that improve talent attraction and recruitment processes.
• Participate in employer branding initiatives that help promote iStore as an employer.
• Work closely with hiring managers and internal stakeholders to understand recruitment requirements.
• Provide general administrative support to the Human Resources and recruitment team.
• Manage multiple recruitment tasks while maintaining accuracy and meeting required deadlines.
• Take initiative when identifying ways to improve candidate communication and recruitment administration.

Requirements and Skills

• Recently completed qualification in Human Resources Management, Industrial Psychology, Business Management or a related field.
• Genuine interest in recruitment, Human Resources and talent acquisition.
• Excellent verbal communication skills and confidence when engaging with candidates and stakeholders.
• Strong written communication skills for professional correspondence and candidate updates.
• Good organisational and administrative abilities.
• High attention to detail when screening applications, updating records and coordinating interviews.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and complete tasks within required timeframes.
• Proactive attitude and willingness to take initiative.
• Positive, enthusiastic and solutions-driven approach to work.
• Confidence when communicating with people from different backgrounds and professional levels.
• Good relationship-building and interpersonal skills.
• Computer literacy, particularly Microsoft Office.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Willingness to learn new recruitment systems, processes and procedures.
• Ability to handle candidate information professionally and responsibly.
• Strong interest in developing a career in recruitment and talent acquisition.

Previous recruitment experience is not essential. Recent graduates who demonstrate the right attitude, enthusiasm and potential to grow are encouraged to apply.

The Recruitment Graduate position at iStore Head Office in Sandton, Gauteng offers a 12-month fixed-term opportunity to gain practical experience in recruitment and talent acquisition. The successful candidate will receive guidance from an experienced recruitment team and develop an understanding of the full recruitment lifecycle, including candidate screening, interview coordination, recruitment administration and employer branding. Applicants should note that successful candidates will undergo background checks, including criminal record checks, credit checks, ID verification, Matric certificate verification and reference checks with two previous managers or supervisors. Candidates with a relevant qualification and a genuine interest in working with people are encouraged to apply through the official Core Group recruitment portal.

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