Financial Services Recruitment Specialist

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

Benefits offered by this job

Uncapped commission

Hybrid work

Prestigious clients

Growth opportunities

Team culture

Diverse and challenging roles in Stell

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Financial Services Recruitment Specialist in Stellenbosch to source and place top talent across banking, investment, insurance, and fintech sectors.

You will build client relationships, understand role requirements, and guide candidates through a rigorous screening and placement process in a hybrid work setting.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of recruitment experience, with a focus on financial services.
• Proven track record placing candidates in banking, investment, insurance or fintech.
• Strong understanding of financial markets, products and regulatory frameworks.
• Excellent communication, negotiation and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, target-driven environment.
• Proficiency in using ATS and recruitment technology.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive searches to attract top professionals in financial services.
• Develop relationships with clients across banking, investment management, insurance, and fintech.
• Translate complex financial roles into effective recruitment strategies.
• Screen and assess candidates’ technical expertise, regulatory knowledge and fit.
• Manage the recruitment process from initial contact to placement.
• Provide clients with market intelligence on talent availability and compensation trends.
• Network within the financial services community to build strong pipelines.
• Ensure a positive and professional candidate experience and stay updated on regulations and market shifts.

Skills

Recruitment expertise

Financial services knowledge

Candidate sourcing

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

ATS proficiency

Education

Finance/Economics/Business degree

Tools

ATS tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a highly respected recruitment consultancy, is looking for an accomplished Financial Services Recruitment Specialist to join their dynamic team in Stellenbosch, Western Cape . This specialized role involves sourcing and placing top talent across the financial services industry, including banking, investment, insurance, and fintech sectors. You will be responsible for understanding the unique needs of financial institutions and connecting them with qualified professionals, from financial analysts and portfolio managers to compliance officers and investment bankers. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of financial markets, regulatory environments, and a proven ability to attract high-calibre candidates in this demanding sector. This is a strategic opportunity to make a significant impact on the growth of our client's financial services practice.

Key Responsibilities

• Conducting comprehensive searches to identify and attract top professionals within the financial services industry.
• Developing strong relationships with clients in banking, investment management, insurance, and fintech.
• Understanding complex financial roles and translating them into effective recruitment strategies.
• Screening and assessing candidates' technical expertise, regulatory knowledge, and cultural fit.
• Managing the entire recruitment process from initial contact through to successful placement.
• Providing clients with valuable market intelligence and insights on talent availability and compensation trends.
• Networking actively within the financial services community to build robust talent pipelines.
• Ensuring a positive and professional experience for all candidates.
• Staying up-to-date with industry regulations and market shifts.

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in recruitment, with a significant portion dedicated to financial services roles.
• Proven track record of successfully placing candidates in areas such as banking, investment, insurance, or fintech.
• Strong understanding of financial markets, products, and regulatory frameworks.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, target-driven environment.
• Proficiency in using ATS and other recruitment technology.
• A degree in Finance, Economics, Business, or a related field is highly preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a hybrid setting.
• High level of integrity and discretion.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and uncapped commission structure.
• Hybrid work arrangement providing flexibility.
• Opportunity to work with prestigious clients in the financial sector.
• Professional growth and development opportunities.
• Collaborative and high-performing team culture.
• Exposure to diverse and challenging roles in Stellenbosch .
• Contribution to a leading recruitment consultancy.
• Comprehensive benefits package.