Lead IT Recruitment Consultant

Placements24; Randburg; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Highly competitive salary with bonuses

Hybrid working model

Career growth and leadership training

Medical aid and retirement benefits

Dynamic and supportive team culture

Job summary

Placements24 in Randburg is seeking a Lead IT Recruitment Consultant to guide a team of IT recruiters, drive business development, and deliver high-quality tech talent solutions for clients in Gauteng. You will lead end-to-end recruitment for critical IT roles, build strategic client partnerships, and shape talent acquisition initiatives in a dynamic, hybrid-work environment with growth opportunities.

Join a high-performance culture focused on innovation, success, and career progression within

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 years IT recruitment experience, with at least 2 years in a leadership or team management role.
• Proven track record in business development and managing key client accounts.
• In-depth knowledge of the IT landscape, including various technologies, programming languages, and IT roles.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience with Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and advanced sourcing techniques.
• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field or equivalent professional experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and manage a team of IT recruitment consultants, setting performance targets and providing guidance.
• Drive new business development within the IT sector, securing high-value client contracts.
• Oversee the end-to-end recruitment process for critical IT roles, ensuring efficiency and quality.
• Develop and implement strategic recruitment plans to meet client demands and market opportunities.
• Foster strong relationships with key clients, acting as a trusted advisor on talent acquisition strategies.
• Conduct market analysis and provide insights on IT talent trends to clients and the internal team.

Education

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field or equivalent professional experience

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a premier IT recruitment consultancy located in Randburg , Gauteng , is seeking an experienced and motivated Lead IT Recruitment Consultant . This senior role is responsible for leading a team of IT recruiters, driving business development initiatives, and ensuring the delivery of high-quality recruitment solutions to clients in the technology sector. You will leverage your extensive expertise in IT recruitment and team management to foster a high-performance culture and expand our client's reach within the competitive Gauteng technology market. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership qualities, a deep understanding of IT roles, and a passion for connecting talent with opportunity.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and manage a team of IT recruitment consultants, setting performance targets and providing guidance.
• Drive new business development within the IT sector, securing high-value client contracts.
• Oversee the end-to-end recruitment process for critical IT roles, ensuring efficiency and quality.
• Develop and implement strategic recruitment plans to meet client demands and market opportunities.
• Foster strong relationships with key clients, acting as a trusted advisor on talent acquisition strategies.
• Conduct market analysis and provide insights on IT talent trends to clients and the internal team.

Requirements

• Minimum of 6 years of experience in IT recruitment , with at least 2 years in a leadership or team management role.
• Proven track record of success in business development and managing key client accounts.
• In-depth knowledge of the IT landscape, including various technologies, programming languages, and IT roles.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience with Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and advanced sourcing techniques.
• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field or equivalent professional experience.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary, plus significant performance-based bonuses and commissions.
• Hybrid working model offering a blend of office collaboration and remote flexibility.
• Opportunities for significant career growth and leadership development.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement benefits package.
• A dynamic and supportive team environment focused on innovation and success.