HR Leader, Talent Consultant and Coach, bringing over 15 years of progressive experience in Human Resources, People Operations and Talent Management. My unique strength lies in a holistic approach to people operations, where I integrate strategic HR expertise with transformative coaching to build high-performing cultures and empower individuals. I excel at partnering with leadership to design and implement HR strategies that drive organisational effectiveness, talent acquisition, employee engagement and HR process optimisation.
My skills encompass the full employee lifecycle, from strategic talent acquisition and robust onboarding to performance management and employee relations. Beyond traditional HR, my passion lies in unlocking human potential through dedicated coaching. As an ICF-accredited coach, I provide leadership coaching, career transition support and facilitate team development, drawing on my background in Industrial & Organisational Psychology and Strategic HR Management. This allows me to offer a powerful blend of strategic insight, empathetic listening, and actionable guidance, helping both individuals and teams achieve their goals and navigate complex professional landscapes. I am adept at delivering impactful solutions in diverse international settings (Switzerland, South Africa, USA, Nigeria).
Human Resource Management
HR & Business Services
Coaching
Recruiting
Career Coaching
Life Coaching
Business Coaching
IT Recruiting
Employee Onboarding
Counseling
Human Resources Consulting
Human Resources Strategy
LinkedIn Recruiting
Executive Search
Makgwale S.
Johannesburg, South Africa
$12/hr
5.0
3 jobs
🎯 Looking for a recruiter who finds the right people fast, communicates clearly, and keeps your hiring process moving? You're in the right place.
I am a Recruiter and Talent Acquisition Specialist with approximately 2 years of recruitment experience across hospitality, tech, and operations sectors. Backed by an academic background in Organisational Psychology, I bring both the instinct and the structure needed to identify strong candidates and support efficient hiring pipelines.
Here is what I can do for you:
Candidate sourcing via LinkedIn Recruiter, Boolean search, and niche job boards
Candidate pipeline building and management
Resume screening and shortlisting against role requirements
Job description writing and posting across multiple platforms
ATS data entry and pipeline hygiene
Interview scheduling and recruitment coordination
Candidate outreach and communication
🌍 I have worked with international clients across multiple time zones in a fully remote environment and bring strong cross-cultural communication skills developed through nearly 2,000 one-on-one sessions with clients across Asia, Europe, and the Middle East.
✅ Organised, responsive, and deadline driven. Ready to support your hiring needs from day one.
Recruiting
LinkedIn Recruiting
IT Recruiting
Boolean Search
Candidate Sourcing
Candidate Interviewing
Resume Screening
Job Description Writing
Human Resources
Candidate Interview Consulting
Candidate Evaluation
Staffing Needs
Stakeholder Management
Executive Search
Job Posting
Employee Onboarding
Workday
BambooHR
Workable
GitHub
Nozipho M.
Durban, South Africa
$15/hr
5.0
7 jobs
I help growing companies hire the right people, build compliant HR systems, and scale sustainably.
With over 10 years of experience across recruitment, payroll, HR compliance, and workforce strategy, I support startups and SMEs that need structured HR support without the cost of a full-time HR department.
I don’t just fill roles — I build hiring systems that improve retention, performance, and operational clarity.
What I Do:
Talent Acquisition & Recruitment
Full-cycle recruitment (Tech, Sales, Operations, Admin, Remote teams)
International hiring (U.S., Canada, UK, Australia, Africa)
LinkedIn Recruiter sourcing & Boolean search strategy
Candidate screening & structured interviews
ATS setup & pipeline management
Offer negotiation & onboarding coordination
Fractional HR Support
Employment contracts (SA & international compliance awareness)
HR policy drafting
Performance review systems
Leave management systems
Workforce structuring
Compensation benchmarking
Payroll & Compliance
Payroll setup & reconciliation
Statutory compliance (SARS, UIF, EMP201/501 – South Africa)
Payroll audits & process improvements
Why Clients Work With Me:
Strategic HR mindset (not administrative only)
Compliance-focused approach
Strong stakeholder communication
Detail-driven execution
Experience building remote sales and operations teams
Systems-oriented — I create repeatable hiring frameworks
Results Delivered:
Built recruitment pipelines from zero to 100+ candidates
Scaled remote sales teams across multiple time zones
Reduced hiring turnaround time through structured screening
Implemented performance review frameworks for SMEs
Streamlined payroll processes to reduce compliance risk
Industries Served:
Recruitment & Staffing
E-commerce
Sales Organizations
Professional Services
Construction
Corporate SMEs
If you need someone who understands both people strategy and operational execution, let’s connect.
Message me today to discuss your needs!
Human Resource Management
Payroll Accounting
Recruiting
LinkedIn Recruiting
Candidate Sourcing
Human Resources Consulting
Human Resources Compliance
Employee Relations
Performance Management
Rosinah M.
Johannesburg, South Africa
$35/hr
5.0
5 jobs
Helping Startups Scale with the Right Talent | Building High-Performance Teams from Scratch
Building a tech team shouldn’t slow your startup down.
I specialize in helping scaling startups and tech-driven companies find, assess, and onboard world-class technical talent — from software engineers and product designers to data scientists and DevOps experts.
With experience recruiting across global markets, I bring a structured yet agile approach to talent acquisition — balancing speed, quality, and cultural fit. Whether you need to hire one specialist or scale a full remote engineering team, I’ll manage the process end-to-end so you can stay focused on building your business.
With 9+ years of experience, I’ve successfully built hiring engines from the ground up, scaled startup teams across regions, and implemented people-first strategies that drive growth and culture.
What I Bring to the Table:
- Full-Cycle Tech Recruitment: From sourcing to onboarding — Engineering, Product, Data, Design, DevOps, and more.
- Strategic Talent Acquisition: Workforce planning, pipeline building, employer branding, and recruitment marketing.
- Startup Scaling Expertise: Hired 0–1, 1–50, and 50–200+ employees; built recruitment processes aligned with business goals.
- HR Business Partnering: Org design, performance management, L&D, and employee engagement strategies.
- ATS & Tools Proficiency: LinkedIn Recruiter, BreezyHR, Workday, Github, Indeed, Placement Partner, Slack, and more.
My Approach:
I combine data-driven hiring with a people-centric mindset. Whether it’s sourcing hard-to-find engineers or setting up scalable HR infrastructure, I make sure every touchpoint reflects your company’s values and mission.
Who I Work With:
- Pre-seed to Series C startups
- Founders building their first teams
- Global remote-first companies
- Tech scale-ups expanding across markets
Let’s connect if you’re looking for a reliable partner to scale your team, elevate your people strategy, and build a hiring engine that lasts.
Business Management
Human Resource Management
Task Coordination
Change Management
Invoicing
Employee Relations
Employment Law
Recruiting
Candidate Interviewing
Employee Engagement
Sherickson. S O.
Cape Town, South Africa
$19/hr
4.9
75 jobs
🥇 Top Rated Plus- Top 5% of talent on Upwork
🏆 70+ Satisfied Clients along with long-term Partnership
🕒 4000+ hours on Upwork.
With over 10 years of experience, I help businesses hire top talent, manage digital projects, streamline operations, and achieve their goals with precision, strategy, and unwavering reliability.
I’m more than just support, I’m the behind-the-scenes partner who brings structure, clarity, and momentum to your business. Whether it’s managing people, projects, or processes, I align closely with your vision and help turn goals into measurable results.
🔹 What I Bring to Your Business
✅ Human Resources & Recruitment Leadership
From building people-first HR frameworks to sourcing and hiring high-impact talent, I manage everything from onboarding to performance reviews with a strategic and hands-on approach.
✅ Project & Account Management Excellence
I’ve managed full-cycle WordPress, SEO, and digital projects, serving as the main point of contact for clients, gathering requirements, managing timelines, coordinating cross-functional teams, and delivering consistent updates.
I’m a ClickUp Power User and use systems like Slack, Loom, Google Drive, and CRMs to keep projects organised, on schedule, and fully transparent.
✅ Operational & Virtual Support That Drives Results
Inbox management, scheduling, workflows, reporting, CRM updates, documentation, data entry, research, all handled with speed, accuracy, and intention so you can focus on growth.
✅ Clear Communication & Client Care
I simplify technical concepts, ensure expectations are managed, and provide proactive updates so clients always feel supported and informed.
🔸 Why Clients Hire (and Rehire) Me
Strategic, resourceful, and solutions-driven
Highly organised with strong follow-through
Proactive, communicative, and detail-oriented
Exceptional at managing clients and remote teams
Trusted with confidential and high-stakes work
Obsessed with deadlines, quality, and exceptional service
If you’re ready to elevate your operations, build a stronger team, and manage your projects with more clarity and consistency, I’m here to help you run your business like a well-oiled machine — and achieve your goals, every time.
Skills & Expertise
Recruitment (Full-Cycle & Volume) • Talent Sourcing • Technical Recruitment • C-Suite & Executive Hiring • Payroll • People Management • Project Management • Account Management • Process Improvement • Six Sigma • Task & Timeline Management • ClickUp (Power User) • Client Communication • Website/SEO Project Coordination • Content Documentation • Data Analysis • CRM Management • Onboarding • Problem-Solving • Marketing & Branding • Copywriting • Job Description Writing • LinkedIn Recruitment • Lead Generation • Adobe Photoshop
Human Resource Management
Boolean Search
Recruiting
Staff Recruitment & Management
IT Recruiting
Social Media Management
Sourcing
Staff Orientation & Onboarding Materials
Contract Negotiation
Business Development
Time Management
Multitasking
Training
Darin U.
Johannesburg, South Africa
$25/hr
4.9
68 jobs
Need reliable support to grow your business? I help companies streamline operations and scale through two key service areas:
🔹 Outsourcing Solutions – Managed support for sales, marketing, and operations tasks. I handle the hiring, training, and supervision so you get skilled associates without the management burden.
🔹 HR Consulting & Recruitment – From talent acquisition to HR strategy, I help businesses attract, hire, and retain the right people. Whether you need one-off recruitment or long-term HR support, I bring practical expertise across multiple industries.
With my background in HR, recruitment, and business operations, I understand both the people side and the performance side of growing companies. My goal is to give you flexible, cost-effective solutions so you can focus on scaling your business while I take care of the execution.
I look forward to working with you!
Business Management
Human Resource Management
HR & Business Services
Recruiting
Human Resources
HR Policy
Recruiting Process Consulting
Business Process Outsourcing
Business Process Outsourcing IT Services
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