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South Africa

South Africa is more than just a diverse and beautiful nation; it is a leading hub for innovation, connectivity, and global collaboration.

Why South Africa?

  • Exceptional English Proficiency
    South Africa is one of the strongest English-speaking talent markets globally, with neutral accents and communication styles well aligned to US, UK, and Australian clients—making collaboration seamless and professional.

  • Digitally Skilled Workforce
    With a growing pool of tech-enabled professionals and strong tertiary education systems, South Africa produces talent that is highly capable across customer experience, operations, and knowledge-based roles.

  • Strong Service & Problem-Solving Culture
    South African professionals are known for their resilience, adaptability, and customer-centric mindset. They bring critical thinking, empathy, and accountability—qualities highly valued in global service and support roles.

Wage & Overview

In South Africa, wages vary by role, experience level, and province. Most outsourcing and remote talent hiring is concentrated in major metros such as Cape Town, Johannesburg, and Durban.

Indicative Market Rates (Entry–Mid Level):

  • Customer Support / Virtual Assistants: ZAR 8,000 – 15,000 per month (approx. USD 430 – 800)

  • Skilled roles (Finance, Ops, Tech Support): Higher depending on experience and specialization

Minimum Wage (National):

  • Governed by the National Minimum Wage framework (hourly-based, adjusted annually)

Employer Statutory Contributions (Monthly)

  • UIF (Unemployment Insurance Fund): 1%

  • SDL (Skills Development Levy): 1%

  • COIDA (Compensation for Occupational Injuries and Diseases): ~0.25%

Estimated Total Employer Statutory Cost: ~2.25%+ of gross salary

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Best For: Customer Support, Sales Support, Retention Teams, Content Moderation, and Finance.

Time Zone: UTC +2 (Ideal for UK & EU business hours, with partial overlap for US East Coast operations.)

Our Pricing for South African Hires

Talent Acquisition

17% of the Annual Gross Salary

We handle the entire hiring process end-to-end, ensuring you’re matched with pre-vetted, role-ready talent—without the operational burden.

  • Strategic sourcing and rigorous vetting

  • Initial interviews to assess skills, experience, and cultural fit

  • Shortlisting and candidate presentation

  • Interview coordination and feedback alignment with your team

EOR Pricing

Starting from 199 USD/month

Hire compliantly without setting up a local entity. We manage all employment, statutory, and compliance obligations so you can focus on performance.

  • Local employment contracts and onboarding

  • Payroll processing and statutory contributions

  • Government compliance, taxes, and filings

  • Mandatory benefits administration

  • Risk and compliance management

Contractor Pricing

Starting from 75 USD/month

We act as Agent of Record for Independent Contractors while maintaining structure and clarity.

  • Contractor agreements and compliance support

  • Monthly invoicing and payment coordination

  • Local compliance guidance

  • Contract lifecycle management

Optional
Add-Ons For
Your Team

Medical Aid

$150/month

(post-probation)

Attract and retain South Africa’s top professional talent by offering essential health coverage.

Office Space

$175/month

While employees excel in remote management, some roles thrive in a collaborative environment. Give your staff access to our professional hub in Cape Town CBD.

Transport for your staff

Custom Quote

For staff working from our Cape Town office, we can facilitate dedicated transport options to ensure safe, punctual, and stress-free commuting.

Laptop & Tech Setup

$250–$1,000

(once-off)

Ensure your remote staff has the tools they need from day one.

Available Talent for Your Business

Explore our diverse talent pool for your needs.
Virtual Assistant
Web Developers
Project Managers
Customer Service
Data Entry & Admin

We source you with top-

tier talent, no matter the role or industry.

SEO Content Writers
UI/UX Designers
Video Editors
Graphic Designers
Accountants & Bookkeepers

Quality-Driven. Client-Focused. People-First.

Our Talent Selection Process

At Linkers Agency, we’re not just filling roles—we’re building high-performing remote teams tailored to your business.

Your success is our priority—from day one to day 100 and beyond.

Filter the CV

We start by screening every application to shortlist only the most qualified candidates who meet your job criteria.

Initial Screening Interview with Linkers

Each shortlisted candidate goes through a one-on-one interview with our recruitment team to assess communication skills, experience, and fit. They are also given The Linkers Score out of 5 for an initial evaluation.

Request Introduction Video

We ask candidates to record a short video introduction so you can get a better sense of their personality and presence.

Client Shortlists & Interviews

You choose the candidates you’d like to interview. We’ll provide you with login credentials to our exclusive portal, where you can review their profiles and share your preferred interview time slots. From there, we handle coordination with the candidates and send out the invitations.