Financial Services Recruitment Consultant

Placements24; Benoni; Hybrid; ZAR 350,000 - 650,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance bonus

Hybrid work model

Professional development

High-profile client base

Job summary

Placements24 in Benoni, Gauteng seeks an experienced Financial Services Recruitment Consultant to source and place top talent across banking, insurance, investment, and fintech sectors. You will leverage your knowledge of financial markets, regulations, and the specific skills required for roles such as financial analysts, investment bankers, compliance officers, actuaries, and fintech engineers.

Join a supportive team to manage end-to-end recruitment, build client relationships, source

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of recruitment experience with a focus on Financial Services.
• Experience recruiting for roles like Financial Analysts, Investment Bankers, Compliance Officers, Risk Managers, or FinTech professionals.
• Strong understanding of the financial services industry, its key players and regulatory environment.
• Excellent communication, negotiation and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end recruitment for roles across the financial services spectrum.
• Build and nurture relationships with clients in banking, insurance, asset management, and fintech.
• Source candidates with expertise in financial modeling, risk management, compliance, trading and IT for finance.
• Conduct in-depth interviews to evaluate technical skills, experience and fit.
• Develop sourcing strategies tailored to the market and negotiate offers for senior roles.

Skills

Recruitment

Financial Services

Client relationship management

Interviewing

CRM/ATS

Education

Finance/Economics/Business degree

Tools

CRM

ATS

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a prestigious recruitment consultancy, is seeking an experienced Financial Services Recruitment Consultant to join their dynamic team in Benoni, Gauteng . This role is crucial for sourcing and placing top talent within the banking, insurance, investment, and fintech sectors. You will leverage your deep understanding of financial markets, regulations, and the specialized skills required for roles such as financial analysts, investment bankers, compliance officers, actuaries, and software engineers in finance. The ideal candidate will possess a strong network within the financial services industry and demonstrate a proven ability to manage complex recruitment projects. This is an excellent opportunity to work with leading financial institutions and contribute to their strategic growth by attracting the best talent. Join a supportive and expert team in a thriving sector.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the end-to-end recruitment process for roles across the financial services spectrum.
• Build and nurture strong, long-term relationships with key clients in banking, insurance, asset management, and fintech.
• Source high-caliber candidates with expertise in areas like financial modeling, risk management, compliance, trading, and IT for finance.
• Conduct in-depth interviews and assessments to evaluate candidates' technical skills, experience, and cultural fit.
• Develop and implement effective sourcing strategies tailored to the unique demands of the financial services market.
• Negotiate complex compensation packages and facilitate the offer process for senior and specialized roles.
• Stay abreast of industry trends, regulatory changes, and the talent landscape within financial services.
• Achieve and exceed performance targets for placements and client satisfaction.
• Maintain accurate and detailed records in the CRM and ATS systems.
• Act as a trusted advisor to both clients and candidates in the financial services sector.

Requirements

• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in recruitment, with a proven specialization in Financial Services.
• Demonstrated success in recruiting for roles such as Financial Analysts, Investment Bankers, Compliance Officers, Risk Managers, Accountants, or FinTech professionals.
• Strong understanding of the financial services industry, its key players, and regulatory environment.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to build rapport and credibility with senior professionals and hiring managers.
• Proficiency with recruitment technologies, including CRM and ATS.
• A results-oriented approach and a commitment to delivering exceptional service.
• A relevant tertiary qualification in Finance, Economics, Business, or a related field is highly preferred.
• Must be based in or willing to relocate to Benoni, Gauteng , and comfortable with a hybrid work arrangement.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and attractive bonus structure based on performance.
• Access to a high-caliber client base and a robust candidate network.
• Opportunities for continuous learning and professional development in financial recruitment.
• A collaborative and dynamic work environment with a focus on team success.
• Hybrid working model offering flexibility.
• Be instrumental in shaping the talent within South Africa's leading financial institutions.