Talent Acquisition Associate

at Pavago
  • Remote - South Africa

Remote

Human Resources

Entry Level

Job description

Position Type: Full-Time, Remote

Working Hours: EST

About Pavago

Pavago is looking for a dynamic Talent Acquisition Associate. In this role, you will play a crucial part in sourcing, attracting, and hiring top digital marketing professionals. Your expertise in recruitment, particularly in digital marketing roles, will help shape careers and contribute to our client’s success.

Key Responsibilities

  • Talent Sourcing & Outreach: Proactively identify and attract top digital marketing professionals (SEO specialists, PPC managers, content strategists, social media marketers, email marketers, etc.) through job boards, LinkedIn, marketing communities, and networking.
  • Job Posting & Employer Branding: Craft compelling job descriptions tailored to roles in performance marketing, growth hacking, content marketing, and digital strategy. Distribute postings on marketing-specific job boards and social platforms.
  • Screening & Digital Marketing Expertise Assessment: Conduct structured interviews to evaluate candidates’ knowledge of Google Ads, Meta Ads, SEO strategies, content marketing, analytics tools (Google Analytics, HubSpot, SEMrush, etc.), and conversion rate optimization (CRO).
  • Interview Coordination & Candidate Experience: Manage the entire interview process, ensuring a seamless experience while coordinating with hiring managers and marketing leads.
  • Client Collaboration & Hiring Strategy: Partner with hiring managers to understand marketing funnel objectives, campaign KPIs, audience targeting, and required technical skills for each role.
  • Candidate Presentation & Market Insights: Provide data-backed recommendations on candidate suitability, highlighting their expertise in marketing automation platforms, paid media management, audience segmentation, and growth strategies.
  • Onboarding Support & Role Readiness: Ensure a smooth transition for new hires, aligning expectations for marketing campaign execution, analytics reporting, and tool adoption.
  • Recruitment Technology & Data-Driven Hiring: Utilize Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS), LinkedIn Recruiter, Boolean search, and AI-powered sourcing tools to build a high-quality talent pipeline of marketing professionals.
  • Networking & Talent Pipeline Development: Maintain strong relationships with digital marketing professionals, growth strategists, and marketing analysts to proactively fill future hiring needs.

Required Skills & Experience

Experience:

  • Proven track record in digital marketing recruitment, with expertise in hiring for roles like SEO Manager, Paid Media Specialist, Content Marketer, Growth Marketer, Performance Marketing Analyst, and Social Media Manager.
  • Strong understanding of digital marketing channels, lead generation strategies, and marketing analytics.
  • A degree in Business, HR, Marketing, or a related field; an MBA is a plus.

Technical Proficiency:

  • Experience using ATS platforms (Greenhouse, Lever, Workable, or similar) and LinkedIn Recruiter.
  • Familiarity with Google Analytics, HubSpot, SEMrush, Ahrefs, Meta Business Suite, and marketing automation tools to assess candidate proficiency.
  • Proficiency in video conferencing tools for remote interviews.

Soft Skills:

  • Excellent English and Spanish communication skills (written & verbal).
  • Strong organizational skills, adaptability, and ability to manage multiple roles.

What Makes You a Perfect Fit?

  • Passionate about Digital Marketing Talent: You understand what makes a great performance marketer, SEO expert, or content strategist.
  • Data-Driven Recruiter: You assess candidates based on campaign performance, ROI, and key digital marketing metrics.
  • Process-Oriented & Tech-Savvy: You effectively use ATS, LinkedIn, and AI-driven recruitment tools to source top talent efficiently.
  • Strategic Networker: You maintain strong connections in the digital marketing space and have access to top talent.

Interview Process

  1. Initial Phone Call: A brief conversation to assess your background and fit.
  2. Video Interview: An in-depth discussion about your experience and recruitment approach.
  3. Final Interview: A detailed conversation with our team to ensure alignment.
  4. Background Check: Verification of references and past employment.

Ready to Apply?

If you have a passion for hiring top digital marketing talent and want to be part of a global recruitment mission, we’d love to hear from you! Apply now and take the next step in your career with Pavago.

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