IT Recruitment Consultant

Placements24; Durban; Hybrid; ZAR 300,000 - 540,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary + commission

Training & development

Vibrant Durban office culture

Exposure to evolving tech landscape

Job summary

Placements24 in Durban is seeking a specialist IT Recruitment Consultant to source and place top IT professionals, from developers to IT managers, for a diverse set of clients.

You will manage the full recruitment cycle and serve as the bridge between talented tech professionals and client organisations, helping digital transformation journeys in KwaZulu-Natal.

Qualifications

• Strong negotiation and communication skills.
• Ability to assess technical competencies and cultural fit.
• Passion for technology and proactive candidate engagement.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full recruitment cycle for IT roles, including software engineers, data analysts, project managers, and cybersecurity experts.
• Develop sourcing strategies to attract IT talent in Durban using online platforms, networks, and events.
• Screen and interview IT candidates, assessing technical skills and cultural fit.
• Build and maintain relationships with IT clients, understanding their technology needs.

Skills

Negotiation

Communication

Tech understanding

ATS / CRM experience

Tools

ATS

CRM tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a prominent Recruitment Consultancy , is seeking a specialist IT Recruitment Consultant to join their thriving practice in Durban . This role is dedicated to sourcing and placing top-tier IT professionals, from developers to IT managers, for a diverse range of clients. You will act as a crucial link between talented IT professionals and companies seeking cutting-edge technological expertise. This is an exciting opportunity for a tech-savvy recruiter to excel in a specialized field, contributing significantly to the digital transformation journeys of businesses in the KwaZulu-Natal region.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the full recruitment cycle for IT roles, including software engineers, data analysts, project managers, and cybersecurity experts.
• Develop creative sourcing strategies to attract IT talent in a competitive market, utilizing online platforms, professional networks, and industry events in Durban .
• Screen and interview IT candidates, assessing technical skills, experience, and cultural fit.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients in the IT sector, understanding their specific technology needs and challenges.
• Stay abreast of emerging technologies and IT industry trends to provide informed advice to clients and candidates.
• Negotiate offers and facilitate the onboarding process for successful IT placements.

Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in IT recruitment, either agency or in-house.
• Solid understanding of various IT technologies, programming languages, and technical concepts.
• Experience with applicant tracking systems (ATS) and recruitment CRM tools.
• Excellent ability to assess technical competencies and cultural fit for IT roles.
• Strong negotiation and communication skills, with the ability to engage with technical professionals effectively.
• A passion for technology and a proactive approach to candidate engagement.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and a lucrative commission scheme based on placements.
• Access to a broad spectrum of IT clients and challenging recruitment assignments.
• Opportunities for training and professional development in IT recruitment specializations.
• Vibrant office culture and collaborative team atmosphere in Durban .
• Exposure to the rapidly evolving technology landscape in KwaZulu-Natal.