Lead Recruitment Consultant

Placements24; Rustenburg; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work

Career progression

Mentoring and development

Job summary

Placements24 in South Africa seeks a Lead Recruitment Consultant to spearhead Rustenburg operations from a remote-first base. You will own recruitment strategies, manage key client relationships, and mentor a team of consultants to deliver high-quality placements across multiple industries.

You will attract top talent, drive business development, and uphold service standards while enjoying autonomy, performance bonuses, and ongoing career progression within a supportive team culture.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive experience in recruitment consultancy or related field.
• Proven track record in leading recruitment projects and mentoring team members.
• Strong knowledge of recruitment methodologies and talent sourcing tools.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and client management skills.
• Ability to work autonomously in a remote setting.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the full recruitment cycle for a portfolio of clients.
• Develop and implement sourcing strategies to attract diverse candidates.
• Conduct in-depth interviews and assessments of candidates.
• Build and nurture client relationships, acting as trusted recruitment advisor.
• Provide guidance and training to junior recruitment consultants.
• Achieve and surpass recruitment targets and business development objectives.

Skills

Recruitment strategy

Team leadership

Stakeholder management

Interviewing

ATS software

Remote work

Tools

ATS software

Recruitment platforms

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leading recruitment consultancy, is seeking a motivated and experienced Lead Recruitment Consultant to spearhead their operations in Rustenburg . This is a unique opportunity to take ownership of recruitment strategies, manage key client relationships, and mentor a dedicated team of consultants. You will play a crucial role in identifying and attracting top talent for a variety of industries, ensuring the highest standards of service delivery. This remote‑first position offers the flexibility to work from anywhere while contributing significantly to the growth and success of the consultancy's presence in the North West province.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the full recruitment cycle for a portfolio of clients, ensuring timely and successful placements.
• Develop and implement innovative sourcing strategies to attract a diverse pool of qualified candidates.
• Conduct in-depth interviews and assessments to evaluate candidate skills, experience, and cultural fit.
• Build and nurture strong, collaborative relationships with clients, acting as their trusted recruitment advisor.
• Provide guidance, training, and support to junior recruitment consultants, fostering their professional development.
• Achieve and surpass challenging recruitment targets and business development objectives.

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in recruitment consultancy, with a proven track record of success.
• Demonstrated ability in leading recruitment projects and mentoring team members.
• Excellent understanding of various recruitment methodologies and talent sourcing tools.
• Strong negotiation, communication, and client management skills.
• Ability to work autonomously and manage time effectively in a remote setting.
• Proficiency in using recruitment software and applicant tracking systems (ATS).

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Fully remote work environment with flexibility and autonomy.
• Opportunities for career advancement and professional skill enhancement.
• Exposure to a wide range of industries and challenging recruitment assignments.
• Supportive team culture that encourages collaboration and knowledge sharing.