Dominique Bennett
Johannesburg
Summary
Results-oriented International Talent Manager with a strong history in talent acquisition, specialising in strategic sourcing and collaborative relationship building. Proven success in placing top-tier talent across global professional services markets, with a focus on audit, advisory, and tax.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
International Talent Manager
Outside Capital
Johannesburg
05.2023 - Current
- Managed full recruitment lifecycle for South African Chartered Accountants and tax professionals in international markets.
- Developed targeted sourcing strategies using LinkedIn Recruiter, job boards, and referrals to attract high-caliber talent.
- Conducted comprehensive candidate assessments through in-depth interviews and skills evaluations to ensure optimal fit.
- Nurtured relationships with active and passive candidates, building a robust talent pipeline for future placements.
- Provided market intelligence and candidate feedback to clients, acting as a trusted recruitment advisor.
- Successfully placed candidates across diverse international locations, including the Middle East, the UK, Ireland, Australia, and Papua New Guinea.
- Cultivated strong relationships with stakeholders at top-tier audit firms to understand strategic talent needs.
- Engaged in business development to secure new client partnerships within international accounting sectors.
Sourcing Manager
SAPRO
04.2022 - 04.2023
- Developed and implemented talent sourcing strategies to identify candidates through diverse channels.
- Conducted thorough evaluations of potential candidates, assessing qualifications and fit for roles.
- Engaged with candidates to foster relationships and maintain a robust talent pipeline.
- Executed market research to analyze talent trends and competitor practices.
- Collaborated with marketing teams to enhance employer branding and candidate experience.
- Utilized ATS and CRM systems to optimize talent sourcing processes.
- Coordinated with hiring managers and HR partners to align sourcing strategies with organizational goals.
- Analyzed data on sourcing metrics to measure effectiveness and identify improvement areas.
Researcher / Sourcer
Strategic Personnel
Johannesburg
11.2019 - 03.2022
- Generated specific candidate pool for career opportunities through strategic placement of advertisements, evaluation of applicant credentials, and conducting initial interviews and pre-screening assessments.
- Leveraged social media platforms and online job boards to advertise open positions and engage with potential candidates.
- Maintained filing system of current, prospective, and future positions.
- Sourced talent in the financial services sector.
- Verified applicant references and employment details.
- Used Boolean searches to develop applicant portfolios for expected openings.
- Managed company social media channels and updated with relevant regular content.
Recruitment Specialist
Antal International
Johannesburg
11.2017 - 11.2019
- Headhunted senior and executive level candidates in the insurance and information technology sector.
- Worked closely with managing partners from Antal branches around the world to ensure delivery on jobs specs shared with Antal SA.
- Stayed abreast of sourcing trends in order to attract the best passive talent.
- Maintained and developed relationships with all Antal SA's insurance client base.
- Promptly corresponded with applicants and coordinated and conducted interviews.
- Generated specific candidate pool for career opportunities through strategic placement of advertisements, evaluation of applicant credentials, and conducting initial interviews and pre-screening assessments.
- Leveraged social media platforms and online job boards to advertise open positions and engage with potential candidates.
Perm Recruitment Consultant
Talentforce - A division of Callforce
01.2016 - 11.2017
- Actively marketed telephonically and through networking for new business.
- Accurately matched candidate CVs to required skills.
- Built trust with client and developed relationships that ensure further frequent business from them to keep jobs pipeline healthy.
- Callforce Value Award for May 2016 for Embracing Change and Innovation.
- Exceptional Achievement Award for September 2016 and March 2017.
- Callforce Value Award for October 2016 for Open and Transparent Communication.
Recruitment Team Leader
Callforce
01.2011 - 12.2015
- Co-ordinated Recruitment Team's daily activities.
- Monitored and managed Recruitment Team's output to meet targets and deadlines.
- Monitored and managed quality of output ensuring strict adherence to policies and procedures.
- Identified gaps and areas of development that will contribute to team success.
- Winner of Summer, Winter and Annual Incentive for Performance Excellence 2011.
- Runner up for Performer of the Year: Service Excellence 2011.
- Winner of Winter Incentive for Performance Excellence 2012.
- Winner of Summer, Winter and Annual Incentive for Performance Excellence 2013.
Flexi Recruitment Consultant
Callforce
02.2009 - 12.2010
- Sourced potential candidates.
- Screened potential candidates.
- Compiled daily activity reports for management.
- Winner of Care and Empathy Values Award 2010.
Casual Staff Supervisor
Fascination Books
02.2003 - 02.2009
Education
Project Management -
SAPRO
01.2023
Talent Sourcing Training -
The Talent Hunter
01.2021
Competency Based Interviewing -
Outerbox Thinking
01.2013
APSO Entrance Exam -
APSO
01.2012
BA - Journalism
University of Johannesburg
01.2008
Grade 12 (Matric) -
Boksburg High School
01.2005
Skills
- Sourcing strategies development
- Talent mapping
- Project management
- Team leadership
- Data analysis
- Market research
- Recruitment marketing
- Relationship building
- Talent pooling
Hobbies and Interests
- Reading and collecting books
- Going to the theatre
- Watercolor and ceramic painting
- Podcasts and music
Personal Information
Nationality: South African
Languages
English
First Language
Afrikaans
Intermediate (B1)
B1
Timeline
International Talent Manager
Outside Capital
05.2023 - Current
Sourcing Manager
SAPRO
04.2022 - 04.2023
Researcher / Sourcer
Strategic Personnel
11.2019 - 03.2022
Recruitment Specialist
Antal International
11.2017 - 11.2019
Perm Recruitment Consultant
Talentforce - A division of Callforce
01.2016 - 11.2017
Recruitment Team Leader
Callforce
01.2011 - 12.2015
Flexi Recruitment Consultant
Callforce
02.2009 - 12.2010
Casual Staff Supervisor
Fascination Books
02.2003 - 02.2009
Project Management -
SAPRO
Talent Sourcing Training -
The Talent Hunter
Competency Based Interviewing -
Outerbox Thinking
APSO Entrance Exam -
APSO
BA - Journalism
University of Johannesburg
Grade 12 (Matric) -
Boksburg High School
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