Hybrid Senior Executive Recruiter - Global C-Suite Talent

Placements24; Randburg; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Industry-leading compensation

Performance-based bonus (uncapped)

Executive health benefits

Professional development allowances

Generous annual leave

Hybrid working model

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Placements24, a premier executive search firm in Randburg, Gauteng, is seeking a Senior Executive Recruiter to identify and secure top-tier C-suite talent across industries. The role demands strategic thinking, deep leadership assessment, and a proven track record in global and local searches with discretion and professionalism.

You will build trusted relationships with senior stakeholders, map markets, and guide clients through high-stakes leadership selections, delivering exceptional candidate

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 years of experience in executive search or retained recruitment.
• Experience recruiting within Randburg/Gauteng advantageous.
• Strong portfolio of senior-level placements.
• Proven ability to assess executive potential and cultural fit.
• Master's degree (MBA) or equivalent preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and professionalism.

Responsibilities

• Conduct executive-level searches for CEO, CFO, COO, VPs, and Directors.
• Develop targeted search strategies to engage passive talent globally and locally.
• Assess leadership capabilities, cultural fit, and career trajectory.
• Build relationships with senior stakeholders and act as strategic talent advisor.
• Provide market intelligence, talent mapping, and competitive landscape analysis.
• Ensure confidential candidate experience throughout the process.
• Collaborate with partners and research teams for high-quality search execution.
• Stay abreast of market trends and leadership development across industries.

Skills

Executive search

Stakeholder mgmt

Networking

Leadership assessment

Research methods

Candidate engagement

Market intelligence

Education

Master's degree

Job description

Placements24, a premier executive search firm in Randburg, Gauteng, is seeking a Senior Executive Recruiter to identify and secure top-tier C-suite talent across industries. The role demands strategic thinking, deep leadership assessment, and a proven track record in global and local searches with discretion and professionalism.

You will build trusted relationships with senior stakeholders, map markets, and guide clients through high-stakes leadership selections, delivering exceptional candidate