Recruitment Consultant - Automotive Industry

Placements24; Windsor Park (TN); On-site; USD 53,000 - 87,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance-based bonus

Professional development

Career progression

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Recruitment Consultant to join their East London team, focusing on the automotive sector. You will manage the full lifecycle from client brief to placement, sourcing skilled professionals across manufacturing, engineering, sales, and after-sales roles.

You will build strong relationships with automotive manufacturers and suppliers, deliver market insights, and drive successful placements in a dynamic market.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years recruitment experience with Automotive specialization.

Responsibilities

• Manage full recruitment cycle for automotive roles from client contact to candidate onboarding.
• Source and attract qualified candidates including manufacturing engineers, design engineers, sales managers, and after-sales roles.
• Conduct thorough candidate screening and interviews to assess technical skills and cultural fit.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with automotive clients and suppliers.
• Provide clients with market insights on talent, salary benchmarks, and recruitment best practices.
• Utilise ATS and sourcing channels to build candidate pipelines.
• Negotiate job offers and ensure a smooth candidate transition.
• Stay informed about automotive industry trends and market demands.
• Represent the consultancy professionally in all interactions.
• Meet and exceed recruitment targets.

Skills

Automotive industry experience

Sourcing candidates

Candidate screening

Relationship management

Negotiation

CRM/ATS proficiency

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, Marketing, or related field

Tools

CRM systems

ATS platforms

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a well-established recruitment consultancy with a strong focus on the Automotive Industry, is seeking a dedicated Recruitment Consultant to join their team in East London . This office-based role involves managing the recruitment lifecycle for a variety of positions within the automotive sector, including manufacturing, engineering, sales, and after-sales services. You will be responsible for building and maintaining strong relationships with key automotive manufacturers and suppliers, sourcing highly skilled professionals, and ensuring successful placements that contribute to the industry's growth and innovation. The ideal candidate will possess a solid understanding of the automotive market, excellent communication and networking skills, and a passion for connecting talent with opportunity in the Eastern Cape's vibrant automotive hub. This position requires a proactive and results-oriented individual committed to delivering exceptional service from our East London office. You will play a crucial role in helping automotive companies secure the specialized talent they need to maintain a competitive edge. We are looking for a motivated professional to become an integral part of their specialist team. Your ability to understand the unique demands of automotive roles will be vital.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the full recruitment cycle for automotive industry positions, from initial client contact to candidate onboarding.
• Source and attract qualified candidates, including manufacturing engineers, automotive designers, sales executives, and technicians.
• Conduct thorough candidate screening and interviews to assess technical skills, industry experience, and cultural fit.
• Develop and maintain strong, long-term relationships with clients in the automotive sector.
• Provide clients with market insights on talent availability, salary benchmarks, and recruitment best practices.
• Utilize recruitment databases (ATS) and various sourcing channels to build candidate pipelines.
• Negotiate job offers and ensure a smooth transition for successful candidates.
• Stay informed about automotive industry trends, new technologies, and market demands.
• Represent the consultancy professionally in all interactions.
• Meet and exceed individual and team recruitment targets.

Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years of recruitment experience, with a specialization in the Automotive Industry.
• Proven ability to source and place candidates in roles such as Manufacturing Engineers, Design Engineers, Sales Managers, and After-Sales specialists.
• Strong understanding of automotive manufacturing processes, technologies, and market dynamics.
• Excellent sourcing skills using professional networks, industry job boards, and automotive-specific platforms.
• Outstanding communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively in an office-based environment in East London .
• A proactive and client-centric approach with a commitment to delivering results.
• Proficiency with recruitment software and CRM systems.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, Marketing, or a related field is preferred.
• Familiarity with the Eastern Cape automotive cluster is advantageous.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and a performance-based bonus structure.
• Opportunity to specialize in a dynamic and significant industry sector.
• Work in a collaborative office environment in East London .
• Professional development and ongoing training programs.
• Be part of a respected consultancy with deep industry expertise.
• Chance to contribute to the success of key automotive players.
• Regular performance reviews and recognition opportunities.
• Access to a strong network of automotive clients and professionals.
• Supportive team culture.
• Career progression opportunities within the firm.