Senior Recruitment Consultant - Remote

Placements24; Queenstown; Hybrid; NZD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Uncapped commission

Fully remote

Professional development

Varied client portfolio

Collaborative virtual team

Job summary

Placements24's client, a leading recruitment consultancy, is seeking a highly motivated Senior Recruitment Consultant to join their fully remote workforce, supporting operations from Queenstown. This remote-first role offers autonomy to drive successful hires across diverse industries.

You will manage the full recruitment lifecycle, source top talent, build pipelines, and negotiate offers, leveraging strong relationships with clients to exceed placement targets and deliver exceptional service.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years in recruitment, with a track record in agency recruitment.
• Experience sourcing, interviewing, and placing candidates across various levels.
• Proficiency with Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and advanced sourcing tools.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full recruitment lifecycle from client consultations to offer negotiation.
• Develop and implement sourcing strategies to attract niche talent.
• Conduct in-depth interviews and assessments for fit and experience.
• Build and maintain relationships with clients, understanding hiring needs and advising strategically.
• Meet and exceed placement targets through proactive engagement and service excellence.

Skills

Senior recruitment

Agency recruitment

Sourcing

Interviewing

Offer negotiation

Client relationships

Remote work

Communication

Negotiation

Tools

ATS

Job description

Our client, a leading recruitment consultancy, is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Senior Recruitment Consultant to join their fully remote workforce, supporting their operations from Queenstown. This role is critical in driving the success of their recruitment services by managing the entire hiring process for a diverse range of clients and industries. You will be responsible for sourcing top talent, building strong candidate pipelines, and ensuring successful placements, all within a flexible, remote-first environment. This is an exceptional opportunity for a seasoned professional who excels in autonomy and is passionate about making impactful career matches, contributing significantly to the firm's reputation for excellence and growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the full recruitment lifecycle, including client consultations, candidate sourcing, screening, and offer negotiation.
• Develop and implement innovative and effective sourcing strategies to attract niche and in-demand talent.
• Conduct in-depth interviews and assessments to evaluate candidate skills, experience, and cultural alignment.
• Build and maintain robust relationships with clients, understanding their hiring needs and providing strategic advice.
• Achieve and exceed placement targets through proactive engagement and exceptional service delivery.

Requirements

• A minimum of 5 years of experience in recruitment, with a strong track record in agency recruitment.
• Demonstrated success in sourcing, interviewing, and placing candidates across various professional levels.
• Proficiency with Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and advanced sourcing tools.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
• Proven ability to work independently, manage workload effectively, and thrive in a remote setting.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary coupled with an uncapped commission structure.
• Fully remote work arrangement, offering unparalleled flexibility and work-life balance.
• Access to continuous professional development and training programs.
• Opportunities to work with a varied and exciting client portfolio.
• A supportive, collaborative, and results-oriented virtual team environment.