Durban Executive Search Leader for C-Suite Talent

Placements24; Durban; On-site; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance-based bonus

Professional development

Access to research tools

Durban office-based role

Job summary

Placements24 in Durban is seeking an Executive Recruitment Manager to lead senior-level searches for C-suite & leadership roles. You will design targeted search strategies, assess top candidates, and manage end-to-end placements, while maintaining strong client relationships and market insights.

You will leverage an extensive executive network, guide a multidisciplinary team, and contribute to growth through new mandates.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years in executive search or senior talent acquisition.
• Proven success delivering complex executive mandates across sectors.
• Extensive C-suite and senior leadership network locally and internationally.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Commerce or Psychology; Master’s advantageous.
• Strong communication, negotiation and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct in-depth client consultations to understand executive talent needs.
• Design and execute targeted executive search strategies to identify top candidates.
• Perform rigorous assessments including interviews and reference checks.
• Develop relationships with senior-level candidates and stakeholders.
• Manage the full search process from mandate to placement and follow-up.
• Provide market intelligence and leadership talent insights to clients.
• Collaborate with the recruitment team to ensure seamless service.
• Drive business development to expand the executive search portfolio.
• Maintain confidentiality, ethics, and professionalism in all engagements.
• Contribute to growth of the executive search practice.

Skills

Executive search

Client management

Interviewing & assessment

Networking

Negotiation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Commerce/Psychology

Master's degree advantageous

Job description

Placements24 in Durban is seeking an Executive Recruitment Manager to lead senior-level searches for C-suite & leadership roles. You will design targeted search strategies, assess top candidates, and manage end-to-end placements, while maintaining strong client relationships and market insights.

You will leverage an extensive executive network, guide a multidisciplinary team, and contribute to growth through new mandates.