Executive Search Consultant - Rustenburg

Placements24; Rustenburg; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance-based bonus

Comprehensive benefits

Professional development opportunities

International exposure

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an Executive Search Consultant in Rustenburg, North West, to lead senior-level placements across mining, finance, and manufacturing. The role demands a deep network of senior professionals and advisory capabilities to clients, ensuring discreet and ethical search practices.

The ideal candidate has 6+ years in executive recruitment, strong business acumen, and proven success in filling challenging leadership roles.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 years of progressive experience in executive search or high-level recruitment.
• Demonstrated success in completing senior-level placements.
• Strong knowledge of the North West mining and related sectors.
• Exceptional research, networking, and candidate engagement skills.
• Discretion, confidentiality, and professionalism required.
• Bachelor's degree in Business, HR, Psychology or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive executive search assignments from mandate inception to successful placement.
• Develop and execute targeted search strategies to identify passive senior candidates.
• Build and maintain robust networks of industry-leading professionals and potential candidates.
• Conduct in-depth interviews and rigorous assessments of executive-level candidates.
• Prepare detailed candidate profiles and present compelling recommendations to clients.
• Manage client relationships, providing expert advice on market dynamics and talent strategy.
• Represent Placements24 with utmost professionalism and uphold high ethical standards.
• Conduct market mapping and competitor analysis for key sectors.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure seamless delivery of search services.

Skills

Executive search

High-level recruitment

Networking

Interviewing

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/HR/Psychology or related field

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a distinguished recruitment consultancy specializing in executive search, is seeking a highly skilled and resourceful Executive Search Consultant to join their esteemed practice in Rustenburg, North West . This role focuses on identifying and placing senior-level executives and leadership talent across diverse industries, including mining, finance, and manufacturing. You will be responsible for managing high-profile search assignments, building extensive networks of senior professionals, and providing expert advisory services to clients. The ideal candidate will possess a sophisticated understanding of executive recruitment, a strong business acumen, and impeccable professional integrity. This is a career-defining opportunity to work with influential leaders and shape the executive talent pool in Rustenburg and beyond.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive executive search assignments from mandate inception to successful placement.
• Develop and execute targeted search strategies to identify and engage passive senior candidates.
• Build and maintain robust networks of industry-leading professionals and potential candidates.
• Conduct in-depth interviews and rigorous assessments of executive-level candidates.
• Prepare detailed candidate profiles and present compelling recommendations to clients.
• Manage client relationships, providing expert advice on market dynamics and talent strategy.
• Represent Our client with the utmost professionalism and uphold the highest ethical standards.
• Conduct in-depth market mapping and competitor analysis for key sectors.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure seamless delivery of search services.

Requirements

• A minimum of 6 years of progressive experience in executive search or high-level recruitment.
• Demonstrated success in completing challenging senior-level placements.
• Strong understanding of the business landscape and talent needs within the North West region, particularly in mining and related sectors.
• Exceptional research, networking, and candidate engagement skills.
• Superior communication, presentation, and interpersonal abilities.
• Proven ability to operate with discretion, confidentiality, and utmost professionalism.
• Strategic thinking and a sophisticated approach to problem-solving.
• Bachelor's degree in Business, HR, Psychology, or a related field is preferred.
• Must be based in or able to work from our office in Rustenburg, North West .

Benefits

• We offer an attractive salary commensurate with experience, a significant performance-based bonus structure, and comprehensive benefits.
• This role provides unparalleled opportunities for professional development, international exposure, and career advancement within a highly respected executive search firm.
• You will collaborate with seasoned professionals in a challenging and intellectually stimulating environment.