Executive Search Consultant - Industrial Sector

Placements24; Mtubatuba Local Municipality; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Executive salary

Hybrid work

Autonomy in leadership

Growth opportunities

High-profile mandates

Respectable firm

Medical aid & retirement

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an Executive Search Consultant to lead senior-level placements in the industrial sector across South Africa. You will cultivate a strong client base, manage complex assignments, and deliver exceptional outcomes.

A deep network in manufacturing, engineering, and energy is essential, with a focus on strategic partnerships and long-term collaboration. You will operate in a professional, results-driven environment, with autonomy to shape the industrial practice, and

Qualifications

• 8+ years of executive search experience in industrial sectors.
• Proven track record of delivering senior leadership placements (CEO/COO/Head of Engineering).
• Strong business development and client relationship-building experience.
• Extensive network in South Africa's industrial market.
• Excellent interviewing, assessment and candidate evaluation skills.
• Solid understanding of compensation structures and negotiation for executive roles.
• Excellent written and verbal communication with strong presentation abilities.

Responsibilities

• Conduct executive search assignments for senior roles in the industrial sector.
• Develop proactive search strategies to engage passive candidates.
• Build and nurture relationships with key clients in manufacturing, mining, energy, and engineering.
• Lead candidate assessments, interviews, references, and background checks.
• Present qualified shortlists with insights and recommendations.
• Negotiate offers and guide onboarding for selected candidates.
• Stay informed on market trends and talent availability in the industrial space.
• Support business development by identifying new client opportunities.
• Maintain a robust database of industry contacts and potential candidates.
• Represent the client with professionalism and integrity.

Skills

Executive search

Industrial sector

Business development

Client relationships

Interviewing/assessment

Compensation/negotiation

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Engineering/Human Resources

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a premier recruitment consultancy with a significant presence in Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal , is seeking to hire an accomplished Executive Search Consultant to spearhead their efforts within the industrial sector. This senior role demands a strategic and results-oriented professional with a proven history of successfully placing senior leadership and niche technical roles within manufacturing, engineering, and related industries. You will be responsible for cultivating and expanding a strong client base, managing complex search assignments, and delivering exceptional outcomes. The ideal candidate possesses an extensive network within the industrial domain, a deep understanding of executive recruitment methodologies, and a commitment to building long-term partnerships. This is a crucial role that will shape the leadership teams of our client's industrial sector partners, driving innovation and operational excellence across South Africa . You will operate within a highly professional and results-driven environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Conducting comprehensive executive search assignments for senior-level positions (e.g., CEO, COO, Plant Manager, Head of Engineering) within the industrial sector.
• Developing and executing proactive search strategies to identify and engage top-tier passive candidates.
• Building and nurturing strong, long-term relationships with key clients in manufacturing, mining, energy, and engineering.
• Conducting in-depth candidate assessments, including interviews, reference checks, and background verifications.
• Presenting qualified candidate shortlists to clients with thorough insights and recommendations.
• Negotiating employment offers and facilitating the onboarding process for successful candidates.
• Staying abreast of market trends, industry developments, and talent availability within the industrial landscape.
• Contributing to business development efforts by identifying and pursuing new client opportunities.
• Maintaining an extensive and up-to-date database of industry contacts and potential candidates.
• Representing Our client with the highest level of professionalism and integrity.

Requirements

• A minimum of 8 years of experience in executive search, with a strong specialization in the industrial sector (manufacturing, mining, engineering, energy).
• Demonstrated success in managing and delivering complex executive-level recruitment projects.
• Proven track record of business development and cultivating lasting client relationships.
• Extensive network of contacts within the South African industrial market.
• Exceptional interviewing, assessment, and candidate evaluation skills.
• Strong understanding of compensation structures and negotiation practices for executive roles.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with strong presentation abilities.
• A bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Human Resources, or a related field.
• Ability to work autonomously and as part of a collaborative team.
• Resilience, a keen commercial sense, and a client-centric approach.

Benefits

• Competitive executive salary with an attractive commission structure.
• Hybrid working model providing a blend of office and remote flexibility.
• Significant autonomy and influence in shaping the industrial practice.
• Opportunities for professional growth and leadership development.
• Exposure to high-profile executive search mandates.
• Contribution to a highly respected recruitment consultancy.
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical aid and retirement fund.