Lead Technical Recruiter - IT & Engineering

Placements24; Willows (CA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Lead Technical Recruiter to manage the IT and Engineering recruitment division. This hybrid role combines remote work with in-office collaboration to deliver top talent for core tech projects.

You will oversee the full recruitment lifecycle, source and screen candidates, negotiate offers, and onboard new hires while mentoring a team of recruiters and building strong pipelines for specialized roles in a dynamic consultancy environment.

Qualifications

• Experience leading a technical recruiting team.
• Strong knowledge of IT and engineering markets.
• Advanced candidate sourcing techniques.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the full recruitment lifecycle for IT and engineering roles.
• Source, screen, and negotiate offers; onboard new hires.
• Build and maintain robust talent pipelines for specialized tech positions.

Skills

Sourcing techniques

Team leadership

IT recruitment

Engineering recruitment

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leading recruitment consultancy operating in the Welkom, Free State region, is seeking an experienced Lead Technical Recruiter to manage and enhance their IT and Engineering recruitment division. This senior role involves overseeing the full recruitment lifecycle for highly specialized technical roles, from sourcing and screening to offer negotiation and onboarding. You will be responsible for building and maintaining robust talent pipelines for critical tech and engineering positions, ensuring our client consistently meets the demanding needs of its technology-focused clientele. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of the IT and engineering job markets, advanced sourcing techniques, and a demonstrated ability to lead and mentor a team of recruiters. This hybrid role offers the flexibility of remote work combined with essential in-office collaboration, fostering a productive and balanced work environment. Your expertise will be instrumental in driving successful placement outcomes and strengthening our client's reputation as a go-to source for technical talent. We are looking for a passionate and driven individual committed to excellence in recruitment and talent acquisition within the technical domain. This is a significant opportunity to make a tangible impact on our client's service delivery and client satisfaction by ensuring the acquisition of top-tier technical professionals.