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Talent Acquisition

What is the difference between recruitment and talent acquisition?

If you have reached this page, congratulations, many hiring managers have no idea what true talent acquisition is about.

Smart Talent Acquisition advocates know there is a crucial difference between recruitment and Talent Acquisition.

Recruitment delivers an immediate need whereas Talent Acquisition is more strategic delivering desired outcomes without compromise.

Assignments range from a single hire with ongoing engagement until exactly the right skills are found, to more complex Talent Acquisition relationships that involve a strategic partnership between the employer and recruitment agency that entail a continuous method of identifying the finest experts, individual contributors, leaders, or potential executives for your organisation.

Talent Acquisition centres on strategic human resources planning between the recruitment agency and Hiring Manager/HR Practitioner by dedicating time and resources to establish connections with prospective candidates, enhancing employer branding, and cultivating a talent pool for future organisational requirements.

This approach considers not only the skills and competencies of applicants but also their potential alignment with the company's culture and long-term growth objectives.

To discuss the search and selection of an employee or a more strategic relationship across multiple hires, you can contact:

Russell Phillips (Director)

Or

Jo-Ann Robinson (General Manager)

Or 

Keith Naude(Recruitment Manager)

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