IT Recruitment Consultant

Placements24; Mossel Bay; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 540,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive commission & bonus

IT recruitment specialization

Professional development & training

Collaborative work environment

Health and wellness benefits

Job summary

Placements24 in Mossel Bay is seeking an IT Recruitment Consultant to source, screen, and place IT professionals across software development, cybersecurity, data analytics, and IT support. You will build relationships with clients and candidates to drive successful placements.

You will manage end-to-end recruitment, stay current with IT trends, and negotiate offers. A minimum of 3 years IT recruitment experience and a Bachelor's degree are expected, with ATS proficiency and talent-sourcing

Qualifications

• 3+ years of IT recruitment experience (agency or in-house).
• Solid understanding of the IT industry and technologies.
• Proven ability to source niche technical talent effectively.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
• Proficiency with applicant tracking systems (ATS) and recruitment databases.

Responsibilities

• Source, screen, and interview candidates for IT roles (software, cybersecurity, data analytics, IT support).
• Build and maintain a robust pipeline of IT professionals through sourcing channels.
• Partner with clients to understand technical requirements and culture.
• Manage the full recruitment process, ensuring a positive candidate and client experience.
• Stay up-to-date with IT trends and technologies to better serve clients.
• Negotiate offers and facilitate onboarding for successful candidates.

Skills

Communication skills

Negotiation

Relationship-building

ATS proficiency

Sourcing IT talent

IT industry knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a specialist recruitment consultancy, is seeking a dedicated IT Recruitment Consultant to join their expanding team in Mossel Bay, Western Cape . This role is crucial for supporting clients' technology staffing needs by sourcing and placing skilled IT professionals. You will develop a deep understanding of the IT landscape, build relationships with both clients and candidates in the tech sector, and manage the recruitment process from start to finish. This is an excellent opportunity for a recruiter with a passion for technology to thrive in a supportive and growth-oriented environment, contributing to the digital transformation of various businesses.

Key Responsibilities

• Source, screen, and interview candidates for a wide range of IT roles, including software development, cybersecurity, data analysis, and IT support.
• Build and maintain a robust pipeline of qualified IT professionals through various sourcing channels.
• Partner with clients to understand their technical requirements and company culture.
• Manage the entire recruitment process, ensuring a positive candidate and client experience.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest IT trends and technologies to better serve clients.
• Negotiate offers and facilitate the onboarding process for successful candidates.

Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in IT recruitment, either agency or in-house.
• Solid understanding of the IT industry, common technologies, and programming languages.
• Proven ability to source niche technical talent effectively.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
• Proficiency with applicant tracking systems (ATS) and recruitment databases.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in a related field.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with performance-based commission.
• Opportunity to specialize in the growing IT recruitment sector.
• Professional development and training in the latest recruitment techniques.
• Collaborative and innovative work environment.
• Health and wellness benefits package.