Lead Recruitment Consultant

Placements24; Klerksdorp; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Commission & bonus

Career growth

Training & tools

Collaborative culture

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Lead Recruitment Consultant to lead a remote-first team of recruiters, guiding complex projects and driving business development nationwide. You will mentor consultants, optimize sourcing for senior talent, and manage key client relationships to deliver high-quality recruitment solutions.

The role emphasizes leadership, autonomy, and a strategic approach to talent acquisition, with a focus on performance, ethics, and client satisfaction in a remote work environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Recruitment Consultant with leadership of teams and major projects.
• Demonstrated ability in business development, client relationships, and negotiation.
• Excellent leadership, coaching, and remote communication skills.
• Proficiency with ATS and CRM tools for remote operations.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and motivate a team of recruitment consultants to hit targets.
• Oversee end-to-end recruitment for complex client engagements.
• Develop sourcing strategies to attract senior talent.
• Manage and grow key client relationships as a trusted advisor.
• Drive business development to expand client portfolio and revenue.
• Ensure compliance with best practices and SLAs.

Skills

Recruitment leadership

Business development

Client management

Negotiation

Remote work

Tools

ATS

CRM systems

Job description

Our client, a dynamic and forward-thinking recruitment consultancy, is searching for an exceptional Lead Recruitment Consultant to join their fully remote team. In this vital role, you will guide and mentor a dedicated team of recruiters, oversee complex recruitment projects, and drive business development initiatives. Your expertise will be crucial in delivering high-quality recruitment solutions to a diverse client base, ensuring client satisfaction and talent acquisition success. This position offers a unique opportunity to exercise leadership within a flexible, remote-first environment, making a substantial impact on our client's growth and operational excellence across the nation, from the comfort of your own workspace.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and motivate a team of recruitment consultants to achieve and exceed performance targets.
• Oversee the end-to-end recruitment process for complex and high-priority client engagements.
• Develop and implement effective sourcing strategies to attract niche and senior talent.
• Manage and grow key client relationships, acting as a trusted advisor on talent acquisition matters.
• Drive business development efforts to expand the client portfolio and revenue streams.
• Ensure adherence to best practices, ethical standards, and service level agreements in all recruitment activities.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Recruitment Consultant , with a strong record of success in leading teams and managing significant recruitment projects.
• Demonstrated ability in business development, client relationship management, and negotiation.
• Excellent leadership, coaching, and communication skills, adapted for a remote setting.
• Proficiency with advanced recruitment tools, ATS, and CRM systems for remote operations.
• Ability to thrive in an autonomous, results-driven, and remote work environment.

Benefits

• A highly competitive salary combined with a generous and rewarding commission and bonus structure.
• The ultimate flexibility of a completely remote work arrangement.
• Significant opportunities for professional growth and leadership advancement.
• Access to leading recruitment technologies and continuous training.
• A collaborative and supportive team culture that embraces innovation and employee empowerment.