Junior Recruitment Consultant

Placements24; Canterbury; On-site; NZD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship program

Career progression

Training and development

Dynamic team culture

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Junior Recruitment Consultant in Queenstown to join our growing team. This entry-level role offers training, mentorship, and exposure to diverse industries as you learn the recruitment process from sourcing to client engagement.

You will work under experienced consultants, conduct candidate interviews, maintain the database, schedule interviews, and help with administrative tasks while developing the essential recruitment skills for a rewarding career in talent

Qualifications

• No prior recruitment experience required; a strong interest in recruitment and sales is essential.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational abilities and attention to detail.
• A proactive attitude and eagerness to learn and develop new skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office.
• High school diploma or equivalent; tertiary qualification is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist senior consultants in sourcing and screening candidates for various job openings.
• Conduct initial candidate interviews to assess suitability and interest.
• Maintain and update the candidate database with accurate information.
• Schedule interviews and coordinate communication between candidates and clients.
• Learn and apply recruitment best practices and techniques.
• Provide administrative support to the recruitment team as required.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

MS Office proficiency

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

MS Office

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a well-established recruitment consultancy, is seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Junior Recruitment Consultant to join their growing team in Queenstown, Eastern Cape . This is an entry-level position perfect for someone looking to kick‑start a successful career in recruitment. You will work under the guidance of experienced consultants, learning all facets of the recruitment process, from sourcing candidates to client engagement. This role offers excellent training and development opportunities within a supportive environment, enabling you to build essential recruitment skills and contribute to the success of placing talent across various sectors.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist senior consultants in sourcing and screening candidates for various job openings.
• Conduct initial candidate interviews to assess suitability and interest.
• Maintain and update the candidate database with accurate information.
• Schedule interviews and coordinate communication between candidates and clients.
• Learn and apply recruitment best practices and techniques.
• Provide administrative support to the recruitment team as required.

Requirements

• No prior recruitment experience required; a strong interest in recruitment and sales is essential.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational abilities and attention to detail.
• A proactive attitude and eagerness to learn and develop new skills.
• Proficiency in basic computer skills, including MS Office.
• High school diploma or equivalent; tertiary qualification is a plus.

Benefits

• Comprehensive training and mentorship program provided.
• Competitive starting salary with opportunities for progression.
• Exposure to diverse industries and roles within recruitment.
• Supportive team culture that encourages learning and growth.
• Gain valuable experience in a dynamic and people-focused industry.