Elite Executive Search Consultant (Retained)

Placements24; George; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,700,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive remuneration package

Professional development programs

Health benefits

Retirement annuity

Networking opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 in George, Western Cape, seeks a Specialist Executive Search Consultant to lead retained executive searches for top organisations. You will manage relationships with C-suite executives and hiring managers, guiding search strategy, market intelligence, and placement execution across sectors.

The role emphasizes complex project management, rigorous assessments, and strategic talent insights to drive growth of the executive search practice in the George region and beyond.

Qualifications

• A minimum of 7 years in executive search with retained assignments.
• Proven track record placing senior executives across diverse industries.
• Exceptional executive communication, presentation, and negotiation skills.
• Ability to manage multiple complex projects and meet tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Execute retained executive search assignments from client engagement to placement.
• Conduct market mapping and intelligence gathering to identify senior candidates.
• Develop and maintain a strong network of senior-level contacts.
• Present shortlisted candidates with profiles and recommendations.
• Advise clients on talent strategy, market compensation, and succession planning.
• Cultivate relationships with clients and pursue new search mandates.
• Collaborate with research teams to ensure efficient search delivery.
• Contribute to thought leadership and market presence.

Skills

Executive search

Retained assignments

Stakeholder engagement

Market intelligence

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business

Master's degree

Tools

LinkedIn

Research databases

Job description

Placements24 in George, Western Cape, seeks a Specialist Executive Search Consultant to lead retained executive searches for top organisations. You will manage relationships with C-suite executives and hiring managers, guiding search strategy, market intelligence, and placement execution across sectors.

The role emphasizes complex project management, rigorous assessments, and strategic talent insights to drive growth of the executive search practice in the George region and beyond.