International Recruiter

LOCATION: FULLY REMOTE (SOUTH AFRICA) THE MISSION: HIRE SMART, HUNGRY, HUMBLE PEOPLE. ABOUT BLACKSMITH AGENCY (BSA) Blacksmith is a design-forward web agency specializing in WordPress development for mid-market and enterprise clients. We’re a sharp, fast-moving team of 40+ strategists, designers, developers, and PMs. We move quickly, hire intentionally, and care deeply about cultural and performance fit. We don't just "fill seats"—we build an elite team. THE ROLE We are looking for a Recruiter with ~2+ years of full-cycle experience who is ready to take the next big step in their career. You aren't just a "resume screener"; you are a brand ambassador and a talent scout. You’ll own the hiring process from start to finish, partnering directly with our executive team to find top-tier talent across Sales, Design, Development, and Strategy. This is a role for someone who has a "recruiter’s instinct," loves the chase of a passive candidate, and wants to work in an environment where their impact is visible every single day. WHAT YOU’LL DO - Own the Cycle: Manage everything from the initial intake call with leadership to the final offer letter. - Global Sourcing: Find and engage talent across the U.S., LATAM, India, and beyond. You know where the best people hang out (and it’s not always on LinkedIn). - High-Touch Experience: Ensure every candidate, whether they get the job or not, has a seamless, respectful, and "Blacksmith-standard" experience. - Cultural Vetting: Evaluate candidates for more than just skills. You’ll be the first line of defense in ensuring every hire is a cultural and performance fit. - Pipeline Building: Maintain a "warm bench" of freelancers and full-time talent so we can move fast when a new project kicks off. - Keep us Organised: Maintain a clean, data-driven pipeline in our ATS (Ashby/Lever) and keep hiring managers in the loop. WHO YOU ARE - 2+ years of experience: You’ve run full-cycle recruiting, ideally in a tech, digital, or creative agency environment. - A High-Accountability Mindset: You don't need to be micromanaged. You deliver results because you take pride in your work. - Global Perspective: You’re comfortable navigating different time zones and cultural nuances in hiring. - Tech-Savvy: You’re at home in an ATS and love a streamlined, automated workflow. - Excellent Communicator: You can write a cold outreach email that actually gets a response and lead an interview that leaves a candidate impressed. BONUS POINTS - You have a background in a design or creative field. - You have experience building or refining hiring "playbooks." WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU? - Full Autonomy: We trust your judgment. You’ll have the space to run your process. - Direct Access: You’ll work closely with a responsive, decisive leadership team. No layers of bureaucracy. - Flexibility: Work from anywhere. As long as the results are there, we don't watch the clock. - Impact: You will literally be the person who builds the future of Blacksmith.