Remote Talent Acquisition Lead

Placements24; United States; Remote; USD 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Flexible schedule

Bonus potential

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a visionary Remote Talent Acquisition Lead to guide recruitment efforts from anywhere. You will develop and implement innovative talent strategies, manage executive searches, and drive business growth for clients across Gauteng and beyond, with complete location independence.

The role requires extensive leadership experience, exceptional strategic thinking, and proficiency with ATS and recruitment technologies.

Qualifications

• 8+ years in recruitment/talent acquisition with leadership experience.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and motivate remote teams.
• Strong strategic thinking, business development, and client management skills.
• Deep understanding of the SA job market and talent trends.
• Proficiency with ATS and virtual collaboration tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team of remote recruitment professionals, providing guidance, mentorship, and performance management.
• Develop and execute comprehensive talent acquisition strategies aligned with client objectives.
• Oversee end-to-end recruitment processes for complex and executive-level searches.
• Drive business development to expand the client portfolio and foster long-term partnerships.
• Analyze recruitment data and market intelligence to inform strategic decisions and improve services.

Skills

Leadership

Remote team management

Strategic thinking

Business development

Client management

Recruitment tech & ATS

Market knowledge (SA)

Tools

ATS systems

Virtual collaboration tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a premier Recruitment Consultancy , is seeking a visionary Remote Talent Acquisition Lead to guide their recruitment efforts from anywhere. While notionally based in Randburg , this role is entirely remote, designed for an experienced leader who can manage teams and client relationships virtually. You will be responsible for developing and implementing innovative talent acquisition strategies, ensuring the highest standards of service delivery, and driving business growth. This is a unique opportunity for a strategic leader to shape the future of recruitment within the consultancy, fostering a high-performance culture and making a significant impact on client success across Gauteng and beyond, all while enjoying complete location independence.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team of remote recruitment professionals, providing guidance, mentorship, and performance management.
• Develop and execute comprehensive talent acquisition strategies aligned with client business objectives.
• Oversee the end-to-end recruitment process for complex and executive-level searches.
• Drive business development efforts to expand the client portfolio and foster strong, long-term partnerships.
• Analyze recruitment data and market intelligence to inform strategic decisions and enhance service offerings.

Requirements

• Extensive experience (8+ years) in recruitment and talent acquisition , with a proven track record in leadership roles.
• Demonstrated ability to successfully manage and motivate remote teams.
• Exceptional strategic thinking, business development, and client management skills.
• Deep understanding of the South African job market and emerging talent trends.
• Proficiency with advanced recruitment technologies, ATS, and virtual collaboration tools.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and bonus structure tailored for remote leadership roles.
• Complete remote work flexibility, offering unparalleled autonomy.
• Significant opportunities for strategic leadership and professional growth.
• Access to state-of-the-art recruitment technology and resources.
• A supportive and innovative virtual work environment focused on impactful results.