Senior Consultant - Talent Acquisition (Africa Consulting Services)

At Deloitte, our Purpose is to make an impact that matters for our clients, our people, and society. This is the lens for which our global strategy is set. It unites Deloitte professionals across geographies, businesses, and skills. It makes us better at what we do and how we do it. It enables us to deliver on our promises to stakeholders, while creating the lasting impact we seek.

Harnessing the talent of 450,000+ people located across more than 150 countries and territories, our size and scale puts us in a unique position to help change the world for the better—by bringing together the services we provide, the societal investments we make, and the collaborations we advance through our ecosystems.

Deloitte offers career opportunities across Internal Client Services (ICS), Audit & Assurance (A&A), Tax & Legal (T&L) and Africa Consulting Services (ACS) , which is made up of Strategy, Risk & Transactions Advisory (SR&T) and Technology & Transformation (T&T).

Main Purpose of Job

As a Senior Consultant - Talent Acquisition for Africa Consulting Services, you will be the strategic architect of our talent pipeline, partnering with the TA Managers and Hiring Leaders across Africa Consulting Services to attract and secure top-tier talent. This is a high-impact role where you'll shape the future of our organisation by sourcing, identifying, engaging, and onboarding exceptional professionals who drive our strategic objectives and cultural excellence.

The role has a dual reporting line to both the TA Managers for Strategy, Risk & Transactions and Tech & Transformation respectively.

Minimum Experience

- At least 5 years in a talent acquisition role ideally within professional services, interacting with various stakeholders in a fast paced organization
- In-depth understanding of recruitment processes, trends, and best practices across multiple functional areas
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to connect with professionals across diverse domains
- Proficiency and hands-on experience with applicant tracking systems and other recruitment tools
- Ability to adapt to changing priorities and excel in a fast-paced, multi-faceted environment
- Strong written communication skills

Responsibilities

Collaborate strategically with the TA Managers, Hiring Leaders and HR Business Partners to translate business needs into compelling talent acquisition strategies and sourcing plans; Leverage diverse sourcing channels—industry networks, digital platforms, targeted events, and innovative recruitment methods—to attract high-calibre candidates aligned with our values and vision; Conduct insightful screening and interviews, evaluating not only technical competency but also cultural alignment and growth potential; Own the complete recruitment lifecycle, from vacancy authorisation and position marketing through to seamless candidate onboading and integration; Cultivate meaningful relationships with candidates and stakeholders, delivering an exceptional candidate experience that reflects our employer brand; Provide hiring managers with proactive, regular updates on recruitment progress, market insights, and strategic recommendations; Communicate professionally and timeously with all candidates, ensuring transparency and respect throughout the recruitment journey; Drive continuous improvement by identifying process enhancements, recommending system optimisations, and championing best practice implementations; Ensure all recruitment activities comply with regulatory requirements and organisational policies, maintaining rigorous documentation and audit trails; Monitor recruitment metrics and key performance indicators, taking decisive corrective action to meet targets and optimise outcomes; Stay ahead of recruitment trends and market developments, bringing fresh insights and innovative approaches to talent acquisition; Coordinate interview scheduling, assessments, and background checks, ensuring seamless candidate progression through our recruitment pipeline; Invest in your own professional development, pursuing relevant training and certifications to enhance expertise and career progression

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or related discipline; Post graduate degree is preferred but not essential