Senior Financial Services Recruiter — Welkom

Placements24; Willows (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Commission bonuses

Medical aid

Pension fund

Professional development

Team culture in Welkom

Industry exposure

Client-centric environment

Job summary

Placements24 in Welkom, Free State, is seeking a Financial Services Recruitment Specialist to source and place top talent across banking, asset management, insurance, and fintech.

You will build long-term client partnerships, tailor recruitment strategies, and manage the full cycle from screening to onboarding. The role demands deep market knowledge, regulatory awareness (FAIS, FICA), and a track record of hitting KPIs. Relocation to Welkom is available for the right candidate.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years of recruitment experience, with a focus on financial services.
• Strong knowledge of financial products, markets, and regulatory environments (e.g., FAIS, FICA).
• Proven ability to build and maintain a robust candidate network.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Experience with ATS and recruitment technologies.
• Strong time-management and organizational abilities.
• Degree in Finance, Economics, Business Administration or related field is advantageous.
• Proven track record of achieving recruitment KPIs.
• Willingness to reside in Welkom or relocate.

Responsibilities

• Source, screen, and place candidates across financial services roles (banking, asset management, insurance, fintech).
• Develop and execute recruitment strategies tailored to client needs.
• Cultivate long-term relationships with key stakeholders in financial services.
• Conduct market analysis to identify talent trends and compensation benchmarks.
• Utilize diverse sourcing channels including networks, events, and job boards.
• Perform candidate assessments, including skills evaluation and interviews.
• Present qualified candidates with insights and recommendations.
• Manage offers and onboarding processes.
• Meet and exceed recruitment KPIs and drive team success.
• Provide consultative advice on talent acquisition strategies and market conditions.

Skills

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Interpersonal skills

ATS proficiency

Time management

Organizational skills

Market knowledge

Education

Finance/Economics degree

Tools

ATS systems

Job description

Placements24 in Welkom, Free State, is seeking a Financial Services Recruitment Specialist to source and place top talent across banking, asset management, insurance, and fintech.

You will build long-term client partnerships, tailor recruitment strategies, and manage the full cycle from screening to onboarding. The role demands deep market knowledge, regulatory awareness (FAIS, FICA), and a track record of hitting KPIs. Relocation to Welkom is available for the right candidate.