Financial Services Recruiter

Placements24; Gqeberha; On-site; ZAR 350,000 - 500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Commission scheme

Professional development

Health benefits

Job summary

Placements24 is recruiting a Financial Services Recruiter to join the Port Elizabeth team, focusing on sourcing and placing professionals in banking, insurance, and investments.

You will understand industry demands, identify top talent, and build lasting client and candidate relationships in a collaborative Port Elizabeth office.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of recruitment experience with a focus on financial services.
• Proven ability to source and engage professionals in specialized financial roles.
• Excellent understanding of financial markets, products, and regulations.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills.
• Experience using ATS and CRM tools.

Responsibilities

• Source and recruit candidates for financial services roles across banking, insurance, and investment sectors.
• Develop a deep understanding of client organizations and their talent needs.
• Build and maintain an active pipeline of qualified candidates via networking, database search, and direct sourcing.
• Screen and interview to assess technical skills, experience, and career goals.
• Manage the offer process, including salary negotiations and background checks.

Skills

Financial services

Candidate sourcing

Screening interviews

Client relationships

ATS/CRM tools

Education

Finance/Economics/Business degree advantageous

Tools

ATS

CRM tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a specialized Recruitment Consultancy , requires a driven Financial Services Recruiter to join their dedicated team in Port Elizabeth . This role focuses on sourcing and placing professionals within the banking, insurance, and investment sectors. You will be responsible for understanding the unique demands of the financial services industry, identifying top talent, and building lasting relationships with clients and candidates. Working from the Port Elizabeth office, you will be part of a collaborative environment focused on delivering excellence in specialized recruitment.

Key Responsibilities

• Source and recruit candidates for positions across the financial services spectrum, including roles in compliance, risk management, accounting, and advisory.
• Develop a deep understanding of client organizations and their specific talent needs within the financial sector.
• Build and maintain an active pipeline of qualified candidates through networking, database searching, and direct sourcing.
• Conduct thorough screening and interviewing to assess technical skills, experience, and career aspirations.
• Manage the offer process, including salary negotiation and background checks.
• Keep abreast of regulatory changes and market trends within the financial services industry.

Requirements

• Minimum of 4 years of recruitment experience, with a strong focus on the financial services sector.
• Proven ability to source and engage professionals in specialized financial roles.
• Excellent understanding of financial markets, products, and regulations.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills.
• Experience using Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and CRM tools.
• A relevant degree in Finance, Economics, Business, or a related field is advantageous.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with a rewarding commission structure.
• Opportunity to specialize in a high-demand recruitment niche.
• Professional development and training opportunities within the financial services recruitment space.
• Collaborative team environment in Port Elizabeth .
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.