Lead Recruiter - IT & Engineering

Placements24; Randburg; Hybrid; ZAR 1.200.000 - 1.800.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Executive-level compensation

Full remote work flexibility

Professional development opportunities

Zusammenfassung

Placements24 in Randburg, Gauteng, ZA is seeking a Lead Recruiter to manage IT and Engineering talent acquisition with a fully remote setup. You will drive recruitment strategy, lead a team of recruiters, and partner with senior leaders to meet workforce needs in a global context.

The role requires deep IT/Engineering knowledge, exceptional leadership, and expertise in sourcing passive candidates. This position emphasizes remote work flexibility and high-impact talent delivery.

Qualifikationen

• 7+ years in talent acquisition with at least 3 years in IT/Engineering leadership.
• Experience leading recruitment teams and managing complex projects.
• In-depth knowledge of IT infrastructure, software development, cybersecurity, and engineering disciplines.
• Expertise in advanced sourcing techniques and passive candidate identification.
• Strong leadership, communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management.

Aufgaben

• Develop and implement strategic talent acquisition plans for IT and Engineering.
• Lead, mentor, and manage a team of recruitment professionals.
• Oversee end-to-end recruitment for complex and high-priority roles.
• Build relationships with senior executives and department heads.
• Implement innovative sourcing strategies to attract top talent.
• Ensure a superior candidate experience throughout the journey.
• Drive diversity and inclusion in recruitment.
• Analyze data and metrics to drive continuous improvement.
• Manage ATS and recruitment technologies.
• Stay current with tech trends and market intelligence in IT and Engineering.

Kenntnisse

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Advanced sourcing

Communication

Negotiation

Remote work experience

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree in HR/Business/CS/Engineering

Tools

ATS

Jobbeschreibung

About the Role

Our client, a highly respected multinational corporation, is seeking an experienced and dynamic Lead Recruiter to manage their IT and Engineering talent acquisition efforts. This role is fully remote, offering you the flexibility to work from anywhere in the world while driving recruitment for critical technical positions. You will be responsible for developing and executing comprehensive recruitment strategies, leading a team of recruiters, and ensuring the successful hiring of top-tier IT and Engineering professionals. This position requires a deep understanding of the technology and engineering sectors, exceptional leadership qualities, and a strategic approach to talent sourcing. You will partner with senior leadership and hiring managers to meet the company's evolving workforce needs. This is an unparalleled opportunity to shape the technical talent landscape for a global organization from a remote setting, with a focus on supporting operations and talent pools relevant to **Randburg, Gauteng, ZA**.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategic talent acquisition plans for IT and Engineering departments.
• Lead, mentor, and manage a team of recruitment professionals, fostering a high-performance culture.
• Oversee the end-to-end recruitment process for complex and high-priority roles.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including senior executives and department heads.
• Implement innovative sourcing strategies to attract top talent in competitive markets.
• Ensure a superior candidate experience throughout the recruitment journey.
• Drive diversity and inclusion initiatives within the recruitment function.
• Analyze recruitment data and metrics to provide insights and drive continuous improvement.
• Manage the utilization of Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and other recruitment technologies.
• Stay current with technology trends, market intelligence, and best practices in IT and Engineering recruitment.

Requirements

• Minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in talent acquisition, with at least 3 years in a leadership or lead role focused on IT and Engineering recruitment.
• Proven ability to manage complex recruitment projects and lead recruitment teams.
• In-depth knowledge of IT infrastructure, software development, cybersecurity, and engineering disciplines.
• Expertise in advanced sourcing techniques and tools for identifying passive candidates.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong understanding of employment laws and recruitment best practices.
• Demonstrated experience in a fully remote work environment.
• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Experience supporting recruitment efforts for roles in or related to **Randburg, Gauteng, ZA** is highly advantageous.

Benefits

• Executive-level compensation package with significant bonus potential.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous paid time off and company holidays.
• Full remote work flexibility, enabling work from any location.
• Extensive professional development and leadership training opportunities.
• Access to industry-leading recruitment technology and resources.
• Opportunity to influence global talent strategy for a renowned organization.
• Collaborative and supportive remote work environment.