Remote Lead Recruitment Consultant

Placements24; United States; Remote; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote environment

Competitive salary with performance‑dr

Commission structure

Career development opportunities

Access to recruitment technology and F

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Lead Recruitment Consultant for a fully remote role. You will manage senior-level recruitment projects, mentor junior consultants, and drive business development across diverse markets.

Based remotely on a global basis, you will shape service delivery, ensure high standards of recruitment practice, and play a key role in expanding clients' reach while achieving targets with autonomy and professional growth.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of progressive recruitment experience with leadership or senior consultant experience.
• Proven track record managing complex recruitment projects and delivering high-quality outcomes.
• Ability to mentor recruitment teams and drive performance.
• Strong business acumen with client relationship management and business development experience.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency using ATS and digital recruitment platforms.
• Consistently exceeding recruitment targets and sustainable results.
• Self-motivated, well-organized, and capable of working with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end recruitment for senior-level and specialized roles across key clients.
• Develop and execute strategic sourcing plans to attract top candidates.
• Mentor and coach a team of recruitment consultants to high performance.
• Drive business development and strengthen client relationships.
• Conduct thorough candidate assessments, including interviews and references.
• Analyze market trends and advise clients on talent strategies and compensation.
• Ensure compliance with recruitment legislation and best practices.
• Contribute to refining recruitment processes and tools.
• Manage stakeholder expectations and ensure client and candidate satisfaction.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Business development

Client relationships

Communication

Negotiation

Analytical thinking

Self-motivation

Time management

Tools

ATS platforms

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a premier recruitment consultancy, is looking for an exceptional Lead Recruitment Consultant to join their fully remote team. Based out of Tembisa, Gauteng, this role is designed for a seasoned professional who thrives in an independent, results-driven environment. You will be responsible for managing complex recruitment projects, mentoring junior consultants, and driving business development efforts. This is a fantastic opportunity to leverage your expertise in a remote-first setting, contributing significantly to our clients' continued success and expanding their reach across diverse markets. You will play a crucial role in shaping our client's service delivery, ensuring the highest standards of recruitment practice are met. This position is ideal for someone seeking autonomy, professional growth, and the chance to make a substantial impact without the constraints of a traditional office environment. Your leadership will be key in maintaining our client's reputation for excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the end-to-end recruitment process for senior-level and specialized positions for a portfolio of key clients.
• Develop and implement strategic sourcing plans to attract high-caliber candidates, utilizing advanced search techniques.
• Mentor and coach a team of recruitment consultants, fostering a collaborative and high-performance culture.
• Drive business development initiatives, identifying new opportunities and strengthening client relationships.
• Conduct thorough candidate assessments, including in-depth interviews and reference checks.
• Analyze market trends and provide strategic advice to clients on talent acquisition strategies and compensation.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant recruitment legislation and best practices.
• Contribute to the development and refinement of recruitment processes and tools.
• Effectively manage stakeholder expectations and ensure superior client and candidate satisfaction.

Requirements

• A minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in recruitment, with a significant portion in a leadership or senior consultant role.
• Demonstrated success in managing complex recruitment projects and delivering high-quality outcomes.
• Proven ability to mentor and guide recruitment teams.
• Excellent business acumen and experience in client relationship management and business development.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to provide strategic insights.
• Exceptional communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in using various Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and digital recruitment platforms.
• A proven track record of consistently exceeding recruitment targets.
• Must be highly self-motivated, organized, and able to work effectively with minimal supervision.

Benefits

• This is a fully remote position offering unparalleled flexibility.
• Our client provides a competitive salary and an attractive commission structure based on performance.
• Opportunities for continuous professional development and career advancement are a core part of our client's ethos.
• You will be part of a forward-thinking and supportive team that values collaboration and innovation.
• Access to cutting-edge recruitment technology and resources is guaranteed.
• This role offers the chance to build your career with a highly respected recruitment consultancy while enjoying the benefits of working from home.