Talent Manager | Remote

This is a remote position.

We’re seeking a Talent Manager with experience in the startup recruitment and talent placement ecosystem. This role blends strategic recruitment with people leadership, acting as a key bridge between top talent, satisfied clients, and a high-performing talent pool.

The Talent Manager will drive talent engagement, support recruitment processes, and ensure talents are consistently supported and empowered to succeed throughout their journey with Talentpoel.

• Support end-to-end recruitment for Talentpoel hires and client recruitment projects.
  

• Develop and maintain clear, structured recruitment processes and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for Talent Management.
  

• Ensure talents remain engaged, informed, and supported throughout the recruitment and placement journey.
  

• Ensure standard compliance across talent processes, including onboarding, offboarding, engagement, and performance evaluation.

Requirements

• Proven experience working within a talent or recruitment agency.
  

• Experience within the startup recruitment ecosystem and talent placement.
  

• Strong interpersonal skills; approachable, empathetic, and people-focused.
  

• Demonstrated ability to design, implement, and optimize recruitment processes.
  

• Strong candidate engagement and relationship management skills.
  

• Experience drafting and implementing SOPs.
  

• Highly proactive, organized, and driven by excellence.
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with recruitment, CRM, and operations tools such as Notion, Slack, and recruitment platforms (e.g., Zoho Recruit, LinkedIn Recruiter, Greenhouse, Workable).
  

• Experience in HR operations, including onboarding, performance management, and employee engagement.
  

• Prior experience working in a startup or high-growth environment.
  

• Ability to analyze recruitment data and apply insights to improve hiring outcomes.
  

• Strong facilitation skills for training sessions, workshops, or team-building initiatives.
  

• Experience supporting employer branding or talent marketing initiatives.
  

• Ability to thrive in fast-paced, evolving environments.
  

Why Join Talentpoel?

• Play a key role in shaping the future of recruitment in Africa and beyond.
  

• Collaborate with a team that prioritizes people, trust, and impact.
  

• Enjoy the freedom to design, test, and scale innovative recruitment & talent management strategies.
  

• Work in a remote-first, flexible environment focused on meaningful, high-impact work.
  

Employment Details

• Probation Period: 6 months
  

• Post-Probation Benefits: Confirmation as a full-time employee, eligibility for HMO coverage, and a monthly data allowance