Executive Search Consultant

Placements24; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance-based bonuses

Career progression

Client exposure

Professional development

Collaborative environment

Job summary

Placements24 in Gauteng is seeking an Executive Search Consultant to identify and recruit senior-level talent for leading organizations. You will manage confidential mandates, develop search strategies, and deliver exceptional outcomes for clients and candidates.

You will leverage market intelligence, build relationships with C-suite executives, and oversee end-to-end searches with discretion, integrity, and professional standards, contributing to the firm's reputation for executive recruitment

Qualifications

• 6+ years' experience in executive search or senior recruitment.
• Proven track record of placing C-suite, VP, and Directors.
• Excellent research, networking and candidate engagement skills.
• Strong interviewing and assessment capabilities for senior talent.

Responsibilities

• Conduct client consultations to understand executive search requirements.
• Develop and execute search strategies to engage passive candidates for senior leadership roles.
• Perform rigorous candidate assessments including interviews and reference checks.
• Manage end-to-end executive search processes with confidentiality.
• Build a network of senior-level contacts and industry leaders.
• Prepare search reports and market intelligence updates for clients.

Skills

Executive search

Stakeholder management

Candidate engagement

Research skills

Networking

Interviewing

C-suite placement

Education

Bachelor's degree

MBA or advanced degree

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a premier recruitment consultancy operating from Tembisa, is seeking a highly motivated and results-oriented Executive Search Consultant. This critical role focuses on identifying and attracting senior-level talent for key positions within client organizations, often involving confidential and specialized searches. You will leverage your expertise in executive sourcing, market intelligence, and stakeholder management to deliver exceptional outcomes for both clients and candidates. This is an opportunity to work within a respected firm that prides itself on its deep market insights and commitment to executive recruitment excellence, contributing directly to the strategic success of leading companies.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct in-depth client consultations to fully understand executive search requirements, organizational culture, and critical competencies.
• Develop and execute sophisticated search strategies to identify and engage passive candidates for senior leadership roles.
• Perform rigorous candidate assessment, including detailed interviews, background checks, and reference verification.
• Manage the entire executive search process, ensuring timely and successful placements while maintaining confidentiality and professional standards.
• Build and maintain a robust network of senior-level contacts and industry leaders relevant to client needs.
• Prepare comprehensive search reports and market intelligence updates for clients throughout the engagement process.

Requirements

• A minimum of 6 years' experience in executive search, headhunting, or senior recruitment within a retained search firm or a specialized consultancy.
• Proven track record of successfully placing C-suite, VP, and Director-level professionals across diverse industries.
• Exceptional research, networking, and candidate engagement skills.
• Superior interviewing and assessment capabilities, with the ability to evaluate senior talent effectively.
• Outstanding professional presence and the ability to build trust and rapport with senior executives and client stakeholders in Gauteng.
• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field; an MBA or advanced degree is a plus.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary package with substantial performance-based bonuses.
• Significant opportunities for career progression within a recognized recruitment leader.
• Access to a high-quality client base and challenging executive mandates.
• Continuous professional development and exposure to best practices in executive search.
• A professional and collaborative work environment focused on achieving outstanding results.