Junior Recruitment Consultant

Placements24; Queenstown; Hybrid; NZD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive starting salary

Comprehensive training and mentorship

Hybrid work arrangement

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Junior Recruitment Consultant for a hybrid role in Queenstown, NZ. You will be involved in sourcing candidates, coordinating interviews, and supporting client engagement under experienced professionals.

This entry-level position emphasizes learning, mentorship, and developing essential recruitment skills in a dynamic, hybrid work environment.

Qualifications

• A relevant degree or diploma, or equivalent customer-facing experience.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Genuine interest in recruitment and talent acquisition.

Responsibilities

• Assist in sourcing and screening candidates for open roles.
• Schedule interviews and manage candidate communications.
• Maintain candidate records in the ATS.
• Support senior consultants with business development and client engagement.
• Learn and apply recruitment best practices.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Recruitment interest

MS Office basics

Education

Relevant degree

Tools

MS Office

ATS/CRM systems

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a growing recruitment consultancy, is seeking an enthusiastic and driven Junior Recruitment Consultant to join their hybrid team in Queenstown . This entry-level position is perfect for someone looking to build a successful career in talent acquisition, working under the guidance of experienced professionals. You will be involved in various aspects of the recruitment process, from sourcing candidates to supporting client engagement. This role offers a blend of remote flexibility and in-office interaction, providing a dynamic learning environment within the Eastern Cape region. You will contribute to placing candidates and supporting client needs, developing essential recruitment skills along the way.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in sourcing and screening candidates for various job openings.
• Schedule interviews and manage candidate communication throughout the recruitment process.
• Maintain accurate records of candidate information and recruitment activities in the ATS.
• Support senior consultants in business development and client engagement activities.
• Learn and apply recruitment best practices and industry knowledge.

Requirements

• A relevant degree or diploma, or equivalent work experience in a customer-facing role.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• A keen interest in recruitment and talent acquisition.
• Basic understanding of MS Office and ability to learn new software systems.
• Eagerness to learn, develop, and contribute within a hybrid work model in Queenstown .

Benefits

• Competitive starting salary and opportunities for performance-based increases.
• Comprehensive training and mentorship program.
• Hybrid work arrangement for a balanced work-life experience.
• Exposure to diverse industries and client types.
• A supportive team environment focused on professional development and career growth.