Abigail Smith

- Build strong relationships with clients to understand their hiring needs, company culture, and job requirements.

- Craft compelling job advertisements and post them on various job boards and social media platforms to attract top talent.

- Proactively search for potential candidates using a variety of channels, including job boards, social media, and networking events.

- Conduct thorough screenings, including reviewing resumes and conducting initial interviews, to identify the best candidates for the role.

- Arrange and coordinate interviews between candidates and clients, ensuring a smooth and efficient process.

- Provide candidates with tips and guidance to help them prepare for interviews and present themselves effectively.

- Negotiate job offers between clients and candidates, ensuring a win-win outcome for both parties.

- Assist with the onboarding process to ensure new hires transition smoothly into their new roles.

- Stay up-to-date with industry trends and labor market conditions to provide clients with valuable insights and advice.

- Maintain an organized and up-to-date candidate database for future recruitment needs.

- Nurture long-term relationships with both clients and candidates to ensure repeat business and referrals.

- Track recruitment metrics and provide regular reports to clients on the progress and success of the recruitment process.

• Sourcing candidates through various channels such as job boards, social media, and professional networks
• Review resumes and applications to ensure they meet job requirements
• Maintain candidate databases and keep them updated
• Conduct initial screening calls to assess candidate qualifications and interest
• Coordinate interviews between candidates and hiring managers
• Provide administrative support to the director including scheduling meetings, preparing documents, and handling correspondence
• Drafting job descriptions and posting them on appropriate platforms
• Organize and maintain recruitment files and documentation
• Serve as the primary point of contact for candidates throughout the recruitment process
• Respond to candidate inquiries promptly and professionally
• Keep candidates informed about the status of their applications
• Update and maintain applicant tracking systems (ATS) and recruitment databases
• Ensure data accuracy and completeness in candidate records
• Generate recruitment reports and metrics as needed
• Ensure compliance with all relevant laws and regulations related to recruitment and hiring
• Collect and maintain necessary documentation from candidates, such as applications, resumes, and consent forms
• Assist in conducting background checks and verifying candidate credentials
• Conduct reference checks and proof of employment verifications
• Type CVs using the company’s template
• Assist in coordinating the onboarding process for new hires
• Participate in meetings and provide input on recruitment processes and procedures
• Identify areas for improvement and suggest solutions to enhance recruitment efficiency and effectiveness
• Stay updated on industry trends and best practices in recruitment administration
• Handle any other recruitment-related tasks assigned by the director
• Adapt to changing priorities and assist with urgent requests as necessary
• Clients I did recruitment for (include, but not limited to): Nuvo Energy, NuHome, Smartlock, APT Practitioners, Colourtech, WindowArt, BVSA Inc, GHB Farms, Aurora HR, Thrive, Accountix etc

• Managed the full-cycle recruitment process for various positions, including sourcing, screening, interviewing, and hiring candidates
• Handled tickets and queries from applicants and hiring managers using the company’s online systems
• Conducted employee evaluations and provided feedback to improve performance and retention
• Studied policies and laws related to employment and labor relations and ensured compliance with the company’s standards and regulations
• Handled emails on Outlook and communicated effectively with internal and external stakeholders
• Used Excel, Word, and PowerPoint to create and maintain reports, documents, and presentations
• Organized and hosted interviews using online platforms and coordinated schedules and logistics
• Collaborated with other team members including managers and HR personnel
• Clients I did recruitment for (include, but not limited to): Mercedes Benz, Nandos, HelloGroup, MTN, Allan Gray, Vox etc

• Reason for leaving: After completing my term, I chose not to seek re-election as I stood for candidacy for the Student Campus Council
• While my experience serving in this capacity was enriching, I looked forward to exploring new opportunities where I could apply my skills and contribute further to a professional environment upon completion of my degree.