Lead Financial Services Recruitment Partner – Cape Town

Placements24; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 1,200,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Lead Recruitment Partner to head our financial services division in Cape Town. You will guide a team of consultants, shape recruitment strategy, and drive business development with key clients in banking, insurance, and fintech.

The role demands substantial seniority, a track record of placing executives, and deep knowledge of South Africa's financial services landscape. Based in our Cape Town office, you’ll lead with impact and deliver exceptional talent solutions.

Qualifications

• 7+ years in recruitment with finance sector focus.
• Proven track record placing senior executives.
• Experience leading and managing a recruitment team.
• In-depth SA financial services knowledge and regulatory awareness.
• Strong business development and client relationship skills.
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance or HR.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of recruitment consultants.
• Develop strategic recruitment plans aligned with client goals.
• Drive new business development to expand clients.
• Oversee end-to-end senior finance placements.
• Build long-term client relationships.
• Ensure best practices in candidate experience and ethics.

Skills

Leadership

Executive recruitment

Strategic planning

Financial services

Business development

Stakeholder management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, HR

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Lead Recruitment Partner to head our financial services division in Cape Town. You will guide a team of consultants, shape recruitment strategy, and drive business development with key clients in banking, insurance, and fintech.

The role demands substantial seniority, a track record of placing executives, and deep knowledge of South Africa's financial services landscape. Based in our Cape Town office, you’ll lead with impact and deliver exceptional talent solutions.