Lead Recruitment Consultant

Placements24; Richards Bay; Hybrid; ZAR 550,000 - 750,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonuses & commission

Career advancement

Health & retirement

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Lead Recruitment Consultant to guide a team delivering high-quality recruitment solutions in Richards Bay. The role combines leadership, client management, and strategic market insights to drive success.

You will mentor consultants, shape recruitment strategies, and oversee end-to-end processes while balancing hybrid office and remote responsibilities in a dynamic market.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience in recruitment consultancy with leadership experience.
• Proven client relationship management and business development experience.
• Strong knowledge of recruitment best practices, sourcing strategies, and candidate assessment techniques.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and motivate a team of recruitment consultants to achieve performance goals.
• Oversee end-to-end recruitment for complex and high-priority roles.
• Develop and implement recruitment strategies tailored to client needs in Richards Bay.
• Manage and grow relationships with key clients, ensuring high satisfaction and repeat business.
• Conduct market analysis to identify recruitment trends and business development opportunities.
• Report on team performance, market insights, and strategic initiatives to senior management.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Client relationship management

Business development

Sourcing strategies

Education

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a reputable recruitment consultancy, is seeking a dynamic Lead Recruitment Consultant to guide their team and drive recruitment success in Richards Bay . This leadership role requires a seasoned professional to manage key accounts, mentor consultants, and ensure the delivery of high-quality recruitment solutions. You will play a crucial part in shaping recruitment strategies, fostering a positive team environment, and expanding the firm's reach within the region. This is an excellent opportunity to take on more responsibility, influence team performance, and build a rewarding career in a challenging and evolving market.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and motivate a team of recruitment consultants to achieve performance goals.
• Oversee the end-to-end recruitment process for complex and high-priority roles.
• Develop and implement effective recruitment strategies tailored to client needs in Richards Bay .
• Manage and grow relationships with key clients, ensuring high levels of satisfaction and repeat business.
• Conduct market analysis to identify recruitment trends and business development opportunities.
• Report on team performance, market insights, and strategic initiatives to senior management.

Requirements

• Minimum of 6 years of experience in recruitment consultancy, with a proven track record in leading teams or projects.
• Demonstrated experience in client relationship management and business development.
• Strong understanding of recruitment best practices, sourcing strategies, and candidate assessment techniques.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid work environment, balancing office and remote responsibilities.
• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field is preferred.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with performance-driven bonuses and commission.
• Leadership opportunities and potential for career advancement.
• Exposure to a diverse range of clients and industries in Richards Bay .
• Comprehensive health benefits and retirement savings plan.
• A dynamic and supportive hybrid work environment.