Lead Recruitment Consultant - Finance

Placements24; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Uncapped commission

Career progression

Prestigious client base

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Lead Recruitment Consultant specializing in finance to lead a team in Cape Town. You will drive business development, manage senior finance placements, and oversee client relationships with top financial institutions.

Ideal candidates have extensive finance recruitment experience, proven leadership, and a strategic approach to talent acquisition within a prestigious consultancy. Cape Town-based role with growth into senior management.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of recruitment experience with a focus on finance.
• Proven leadership experience managing a team of consultants.
• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and strong client management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and motivate a team of consultants focused on finance roles.
• Drive business development to secure new mandates from financial institutions and clients.
• Oversee end-to-end recruitment for senior finance positions, including C-suite.
• Build and sustain relationships with key stakeholders in the finance sector.
• Ensure targets are met or exceeded by the team.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Business development

Client relationship management

Negotiation

Communication

Presentation

Recruitment software

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Economics, Human Resources, or a related field

Tools

Recruitment software

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a prestigious recruitment consultancy with an established reputation in Cape Town , is seeking a dynamic and results-oriented Lead Recruitment Consultant specializing in the Finance sector. This leadership role is responsible for managing a team of consultants, driving business development, and overseeing the successful placement of finance professionals at all levels, from junior roles to executive positions. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in finance recruitment, a strong understanding of financial markets, and exceptional leadership and client management skills. You will be instrumental in expanding the firm's presence within the Western Cape 's competitive financial services industry. This is a career-defining opportunity for a seasoned recruiter to take on greater responsibility and contribute to the strategic direction of a leading recruitment firm.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and motivate a team of recruitment consultants specializing in finance roles.
• Drive business development initiatives to secure new mandates from financial institutions and corporate clients.
• Oversee the full recruitment lifecycle for senior-level finance positions, including C-suite appointments.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders in the finance industry.
• Ensure the team meets and exceeds individual and team placement targets.
• Conduct market analysis to identify emerging trends and opportunities within the finance sector.
• Implement best practices in recruitment, candidate sourcing, and client service.
• Oversee the negotiation of terms and conditions for placements.
• Contribute to the strategic planning and growth of the consultancy.
• Represent the company at industry events and build brand awareness.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Economics, Human Resources, or a related field.
• A minimum of 7 years of experience in recruitment, with a significant focus on the finance sector.
• Proven track record of success in recruiting for a wide range of finance roles (e.g., Accounting, Financial Analysis, Investment Banking, Risk Management).
• Demonstrated experience in leading and managing a recruitment team.
• Excellent understanding of the financial services industry and its talent needs.
• Exceptional client relationship management and business development skills.
• Strong negotiation, communication, and presentation abilities.
• Proficiency in using recruitment software and databases.
• A proactive and strategic approach to talent acquisition.
• Resilience and a drive to achieve results in a competitive market.

Benefits

• Our client offers a highly attractive base salary with a generous and uncapped commission structure.
• Significant opportunities for career progression into senior management roles.
• Exposure to a prestigious client base and challenging finance recruitment mandates in Cape Town .
• Be part of a supportive and professional team environment within a renowned consultancy.
• Continuous professional development and training opportunities.
• Access to sophisticated recruitment tools and resources.
• The chance to make a substantial impact on the finance recruitment landscape in the Western Cape .