Bilingual Recruitment Consultant (Afrikaans/English)

Placements24; Willows (CA); Hybrid; USD 15,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Competitive salary with commission

Growth opportunities

Diverse team culture

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a fluent Bilingual Recruitment Consultant to join our team, serving clients in Afrikaans and English. This role focuses on expanding reach, sourcing multilingual candidates, and building strong client relationships in a hybrid work environment.

You will manage the full recruitment lifecycle, translate materials as needed, and contribute to business development, leveraging language skills to connect with diverse talent pools. A relevant degree is advantageous.

Qualifications

• Fluency in both Afrikaans and English is mandatory.
• Proven experience as a Recruitment Consultant or similar role.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills.
• Proficiency with recruitment databases and job boards.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid work environment.
• A relevant degree or diploma is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Source, screen, and interview candidates in Afrikaans and English.
• Develop and maintain client relationships, understanding their recruitment needs.
• Manage the full recruitment lifecycle, from job posting to offer acceptance.
• Translate recruitment materials and communications as needed.
• Conduct market research to identify suitable candidates and client opportunities.
• Present qualified candidates to clients, highlighting their skills and experience.
• Negotiate employment offers and facilitate the onboarding process.
• Contribute to business development efforts by identifying new client leads.

Skills

Fluency in Afrikaans

Fluency in English

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Organizational skills

Hybrid work capability

Education

Bachelor's degree or Diploma in Recruitment/HR

Tools

Recruitment databases

Job boards

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a well-established recruitment consultancy, is seeking a fluent Bilingual Recruitment Consultant with proficiency in both Afrikaans and English to join their team in **Welkom, Free State**. This role is essential for expanding our client's reach and effectively serving a broader candidate and client base in the **Welkom** area and beyond. You will be responsible for managing the recruitment process for a variety of roles, leveraging your language skills to connect with a diverse pool of talent and build strong relationships with clients who value multilingual support. This is a fantastic opportunity to utilize your language capabilities in a professional setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Source, screen, and interview candidates in both Afrikaans and English.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients, understanding their recruitment needs.
• Manage the full recruitment lifecycle, from job posting to offer acceptance.
• Translate recruitment materials and communications as needed.
• Conduct market research to identify suitable candidates and client opportunities.
• Present qualified candidates to clients, highlighting their skills and experience.
• Negotiate employment offers and facilitate the onboarding process.
• Contribute to business development efforts by identifying new client leads.

Requirements

• Fluency in both written and spoken Afrikaans and English is mandatory.
• Proven experience as a Recruitment Consultant or similar role.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills.
• Proficiency in using recruitment databases and job boards.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid work environment.
• Customer‑centric approach and a passion for connecting people with opportunities.
• A relevant degree or diploma is an advantage.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with a commission structure.
• Hybrid work model for a better work-life balance.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• Work within a supportive and inclusive team culture.
• Engage with a diverse range of clients and candidates.
• Contribute to the economic growth of **Free State**.