Finance Exec Search Specialist for C-Suite Roles

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance bonus

Office in Tembisa

Leadership development

Professional network

Industry leadership

Job summary

Placements24, a premier recruitment consultancy, is seeking an experienced Executive Search Consultant to bolster their finance division in Tembisa, Gauteng. You will identify top-tier finance executives for leading organisations and drive strategic talent acquisition across South Africa.

You will build strong networks within financial services, conduct rigorous assessments, and manage client relationships to deliver superior service and standout placements.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in executive search or recruitment in finance.
• Proven record of placing C-suite and senior executives in financial services.
• Deep knowledge of banking, investment, and insurance sectors.
• Strong research, analytical, and interview skills.
• Ability to manage multiple complex searches simultaneously.
• Demonstrated integrity and discretion in client engagements.

Responsibilities

• Conduct market mapping and research to identify executive candidates.
• Execute targeted search strategies to attract passive candidates for senior roles.
• Build and nurture networks of finance professionals and leaders.
• Assess candidates through in-depth interviews and references.
• Manage client relationships, providing strategic market insights.
• Oversee end-to-end executive search processes from mandate to placement.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure delivery and client satisfaction.
• Develop candidate profiles and present concise shortlists.
• Negotiate complex compensation packages for appointments.
• Represent the firm at industry events and networks.

Skills

Executive search

C-suite recruitment

Stakeholder engagement

Market mapping

Networking

Interviewing

Integrity and discretion

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance/Business

Master's degree advantageous

Tools

LinkedIn Recruiter

ATS systems

Job description

Placements24, a premier recruitment consultancy, is seeking an experienced Executive Search Consultant to bolster their finance division in Tembisa, Gauteng. You will identify top-tier finance executives for leading organisations and drive strategic talent acquisition across South Africa.

You will build strong networks within financial services, conduct rigorous assessments, and manage client relationships to deliver superior service and standout placements.