Junior Recruitment Consultant

Placements24; Bloemfontein; Hybrid; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship

Comprehensive training

Diverse industries exposure

Collaborative office environment

Career advancement

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Junior Recruitment Consultant to kick-start a career in recruitment. The role offers hands-on experience across the full recruitment spectrum, working with senior consultants in a supportive, office-based environment.

You will learn talent sourcing, candidate engagement, and client relationship management while developing sales and consulting skills for long-term growth within the consultancy.

Qualifications

• Strong interest in recruitment and talent acquisition.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• A proactive attitude with a willingness to learn and take initiative.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team in an office setting.
• Basic computer literacy, including Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Assist in sourcing and screening candidates for open positions across industries.
• Schedule interviews and coordinate communication between candidates and hiring managers.
• Learn and apply candidate engagement techniques to build rapport and assess suitability.
• Support senior consultants in managing client relationships and recruitment needs.
• Maintain and update candidate databases and recruitment records accurately.
• Participate in training sessions and team meetings to develop recruitment expertise.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Team player

Computer literacy

Education

Tertiary qualification (advantageous)

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a reputable recruitment consultancy based in Welkom , is seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Junior Recruitment Consultant to join their growing team. This is an entry-level opportunity for individuals eager to kick-start a career in recruitment, providing hands-on experience across the full recruitment spectrum. You will work closely with senior consultants, learning the intricacies of talent sourcing, candidate engagement, and client relationship management. This role requires a proactive approach, a keen interest in people, and a desire to develop strong sales and consulting skills within a supportive, office-based environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in sourcing and screening candidates for various open positions across different industries.
• Schedule interviews and coordinate communication between candidates and hiring managers.
• Learn and apply effective candidate engagement techniques to build rapport and assess suitability.
• Support senior consultants in managing client relationships and understanding their recruitment needs.
• Maintain and update candidate databases and recruitment records accurately.
• Participate in training sessions and team meetings to develop recruitment expertise.

Requirements

• Strong interest in a career in recruitment and talent acquisition.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• A proactive attitude with a willingness to learn and take initiative.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team in an office setting.
• Basic computer literacy, including experience with Microsoft Office Suite.
• A relevant tertiary qualification or demonstrable aptitude for sales and people interaction is advantageous.

Benefits

• Competitive starting salary with opportunities for salary progression based on performance.
• Comprehensive training and mentorship from experienced recruitment professionals.
• Exposure to diverse industries and client types, offering broad learning experiences.
• A positive and collaborative office environment conducive to learning and growth.
• Potential for career advancement within the consultancy as you gain experience.