Executive Search Consultant

Placements24; Richards Bay; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive package

Global network

Professional development

Hybrid work

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Executive Search Consultant in Richards Bay to identify senior executives for top organisations. The role emphasizes managing complex searches, strategic advisory, and building trusted relationships with C-suite clients.

You will conduct searches end-to-end, develop targeted strategies, and deliver high-impact recruitment solutions in Richards Bay's industrial and commercial sectors, while maintaining confidentiality and exceptional client service.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in executive search or senior-level recruitment within a consultancy.
• Proven track record of sourcing and securing top-tier executive talent.
• Strong networking, research, and candidate assessment skills.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and negotiation abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead comprehensive executive search assignments from briefing to placement.
• Develop targeted search strategies to identify senior-level candidates.
• Build and nurture a network of executive contacts across industries.
• Engage with senior stakeholders through interviews and assessments.
• Provide insights into executive talent markets and compensation trends.
• Maintain client service excellence and confidentiality throughout searches.

Skills

Executive search experience

Senior-level recruitment

Networking

Interviewing

Negotiation

Business acumen

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a prestigious recruitment consultancy specializing in executive search, is seeking a highly experienced Executive Search Consultant to join their team in Richards Bay . This role is critical for identifying and attracting senior-level talent for leading organizations. You will be responsible for managing complex search assignments, building relationships with C-suite executives, and providing strategic advisory services to clients. This is an opportunity to operate within a specialized domain, delivering high-impact recruitment solutions in the dynamic Richards Bay industrial and commercial landscape.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive executive search assignments, managing the full lifecycle from brief to placement.
• Develop and execute targeted search strategies to identify elusive senior-level candidates.
• Build and nurture a strong network of executive contacts across various industries.
• Engage with senior stakeholders, conducting in-depth interviews and assessments.
• Provide clients with strategic insights into executive talent markets and compensation trends.
• Ensure the highest standards of client service and confidentiality throughout the search process.

Requirements

• Significant experience in executive search or senior-level recruitment within a consultancy environment.
• Demonstrated success in sourcing and securing top-tier executive talent.
• Exceptional networking, research, and candidate assessment skills.
• Strong business acumen and the ability to understand complex organizational needs.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and negotiation skills, suited for executive-level interactions.

Benefits

• Highly competitive executive compensation package, including a substantial bonus structure.
• Access to a global network and sophisticated search methodologies.
• Professional development opportunities tailored for senior consultants.
• Collaborative team environment with support from experienced colleagues.
• Hybrid work arrangement providing flexibility for client meetings and focused work.