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Creating future-ready teams across South Africa

With teams in Cape Town and Johannesburg, our recruiters and talent experts partner with businesses to deliver digital skills and project teams that align with your vision. Our deep expertise across Technology, Marketing, Creative, Product and Sales ensures the right people drive lasting impact. As part of a global network, Salt South Africa offers local insight with international reach.

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Matching the best brands with the best candidates
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Who understands my industry and hiring challenges?

Our specialist recruiters are embedded in South Africa’s tech and digital landscape. Whether you’re hiring developers in Cape Town, data specialists in Johannesburg, or creative talent remotely, we deliver professionals who accelerate growth across Creative, Marketing, Finance, Product, Sales and Technology. Scaling fast or evolving your team structure? Our solutions are focused on you.

The best digital talent in Africa. 

  • Recruitment in South Africa for contract and perm hiring

    Whether you’re scaling quickly, tackling a transformation project, or just need reliable support, our specialist teams have you covered. We offer smarter hiring solutions: permanent hires, top freelancers, contractors, and interim professionals. Our teams can embed on-site or work virtually, giving you the flexibility to scale as your needs evolve.

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  • Strategic workforce solutions with Salt: X

    Salt: X is designed for companies that need more than just recruitment. We create tailored people strategies that cover attraction, retention and workforce planning. From multi-hire campaigns and DEI hiring to assessment and employer branding. We help future-proof your team and success. 

    Get in touch Workforce Solutions

  • Looking to scale smart? Meet Salt: Labs

    If you’re a global business ready to grow, our local teams can connect you with Salt: Labs, our offshore talent solution pioneered in Cape Town, South Africa.

    From developers to marketing teams, South African talent provides high performance, cultural adaptability, and time-zone alignment at competitive rates. With full compliance and seamless integration, scaling your team is simple.

    Get in touch Offshore and Nearshore Solutions

  • Digital project delivery with Salt: Fusion

    A smart alternative to traditional marketing and creative agencies, Salt Fusion offers on-demand digital project solutions that scale with your needs, without the overhead. We deliver high-performance teams across digital, creative, tech, and marketing, all with full transparency and accountability. Scale your projects and maximise your ROI with onshore and offshore delivery options.  

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  • Leadership teams that drive growth

    Global delivery, embedded partnership, lasting impact. From senior hires to succession planning, we navigate complex stakeholder environments and shape your EVP to reflect your strategy Our expert consultants and research team conduct a thorough market search to find the ideal candidate, proactively reaching out to even passive talent. Let us help you find the right fit for your business leadership.

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Meet the Salt teams making moves in South Africa

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Offshore hiring in South Africa

Unlocking business expansion with Salt: Labs

From graduate hiring to leadership search, we help companies tap into South Africa’s diverse, adaptable talent pool. With strong English proficiency, a thriving tech ecosystem, and graduates ready to shape the future, scaling with South African talent is simple, sustainable, and strategic.

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“Our values aren’t just words — they drive every hiring outcome that lasts.”

Elliot Dell
CEO, Salt

Life at Salt South Africa

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More than a cultural strength. Empowering futures in South Africa

From our scholarships sponsorship with Spirit Education Foundation, to local chairty partnerships, we are Creating Futures for the next generation. For clients, diversity, equity and inclusion are essential for long-term success. For candidates, it’s a future where everyone can belong and can thrive.

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"Natasha and team have been amazing helping us find talent, sometimes at short notice and often with very specific requirements."

Andre Muller
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“Nicky brings passion, insight, commitment and real heart to recruitment. She has helped me build a world class product team for ShopriteX and has a keen eye for matching talent to roles. I would highly recommend using Nicky for your recruitment needs.”

Matt Roux
Head of Product Management, ShopriteX
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"I’ve had the pleasure of working with Salt Recruitment both as a job seeker and as an HR Manager looking to fill roles - and I can confidently say they are outstanding. Dante, the consultant I dealt with, is absolutely amazing. His passion, energy, and dedication shine through in every interaction. In an industry that’s often overcrowded and impersonal, Salt Recruitment stands out for all the right reasons"

Kayla Viljoen
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"“Nicky is a delight to work with. She brings clear communication, professionalism and commitment to recruitment. She has helped Gumtree to match specialist product roles. With her keen eye for finding talent she has placed candidates that are of a high caliber. I highly recommend her if you are seeking top talent!”

Zandre Jansen van Vuuren
Director of Product, formerly at Gumtree now at Luno
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