Company: BDO
Location: Johannesburg, Illovo
Closing date: Not specified.
Reference Number: SASZHRJHB10FEB26RD
Job Description:
About the Role:
BDO is looking for a dynamic and detail-driven Graduate Recruitment Consult to deliver high-impact campus engagement and early careers initiatives nationally. This role plays a key part in attracting top graduate talent, strengthening our employer brand, and creating meaningful connections with university students across South Africa.
You’ll own the end-to-end coordination of graduate recruitment initiatives, from campus events and digital engagement to data tracking, reporting, and stakeholder collaboration, working closely with universities, Marketing, and internal leaders.
Key Responsibilities:
Graduate Recruitment & Campus:
- EngagementCoordinate and deliver national graduate recruitment initiatives and campus events
- Plan and manage the annual university engagement calendarIdentify new campus partnerships and engagement opportunities
- Represent BDO professionally at all university and recruitment events
Events, Logistics & Stakeholder Coordination:
- Where necessary, manage end-to-end logistics for recruitment events (venues, catering, access, stock), and coordinate attendance of internal stakeholders (Partners, Managers, Trainees)
- Support interview days and selection initiatives, including scheduling and briefing packs
Employer Branding & Marketing Collaboration:
- Partner with Marketing on campaigns, branding, and creative initiatives
- Manage graduate recruitment social media content and digital engagement initiatives
- Create creative materials for events, campaigns, and student engagement
Data, Reporting & Administration:
Track all recruitment dataCreate and manage MS Forms, QR codes, and recruitment trackersMonitor recruitment ROI and prepare post-event reports and insightsMaintain accurate databases and support onboarding handovers to People & Culture teams
Budget & Financial Coordination:
- Collate information to input into recruitment budget management
- Coordinate invoices, POs, and payments with Finance
What BDO is looking for:
- Proven experience in graduate recruitment, early careers, employer branding, events, or campus engagement
- Strong project coordination and stakeholder management skills
- Creative mindset with digital and social media capability
- High attention to detail and strong data management skills
- Excellent communication and organisational skills
- Ability to manage multiple initiatives nationally and work independently
Minimum Requirements:
Qualifications and Experience:
- Degree in Human Resources, Industrial Psychology, or related field.
- 2–4 years of experience in graduate recruitment, talent acquisition, or related functions, ideally within a professional services or audit environment.
- Exposure to campus recruitment and/or bursary programs is essential.
- Strong analytical skills to measure and report on recruitment outcomes.
- Strong and communication skills.
- Familiarity with recruitment platforms, social media, and digital tools.
- Familiarity with MS Office Suite and strong Excel skills
- Understanding of graduate recruitment trends, campus engagement, and employer branding.
Behavioural Competencies:
- Strong organizational, interpersonal and communication skills (verbal and written).
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and work under pressure.Excellent stakeholder management and relationship-building ability.
- Strong organisational skills with attention to detail.Proactive, adaptable, and solution oriented.
BDO Core Competencies:
- Relationships and Collaboration
- Exceptional Client Service
- Business Growth
- Engaging people
- Leadership
- Quality, Risk management and Operational performance
How to Apply:
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