Lead Recruitment Consultant (Remote)

Placements24; Gqeberha; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare coverage

Retirement savings options

Leadership development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Lead Recruitment Consultant to spearhead a fully remote team, driving strategic recruitment efforts across the Eastern Cape and beyond. You will mentor consultants, shape recruitment strategies, and deliver exceptional service to clients in a high-performance culture.

The role offers a 100% remote environment with a competitive salary, generous bonus/commission structure, and opportunities for leadership development as the business expands.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership in recruitment programs and teams.
• Experience in strategic planning and driving revenue growth.
• Strong client management and market awareness.

Responsibilities

• Lead a remote team of recruitment consultants with clear goals.
• Develop and implement recruitment strategies to expand market share.
• Oversee end-to-end recruitment for key accounts, ensuring quality and efficiency.

Skills

Leadership

Remote team management

Strategic recruitment planning

Business development

Client relationship management

Market insights

Negotiation

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a dynamic recruitment consultancy, is seeking a highly experienced and motivated Lead Recruitment Consultant to join their fully remote team. This leadership role involves overseeing recruitment activities, mentoring consultants, and driving strategic initiatives to expand market share within the Eastern Cape region and beyond. You will be instrumental in fostering a high-performance culture, developing innovative recruitment solutions, and ensuring the delivery of exceptional service to clients. This position offers a significant opportunity for an ambitious professional to shape recruitment strategies and lead a successful virtual team.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, manage, and motivate a team of remote recruitment consultants, setting clear goals and performance expectations.
• Develop and implement strategic recruitment plans to achieve company objectives and drive revenue growth.
• Oversee the entire recruitment process for key client accounts, ensuring quality and efficiency.
• Act as a senior point of contact for clients, building strong relationships and providing expert consultancy.
• Mentor and coach team members, facilitating their professional development and enhancing team capabilities.
• Analyze recruitment metrics and market data to identify trends and opportunities for business improvement.

Requirements

• Extensive experience in the recruitment industry, with a proven track record in leadership roles.
• Demonstrated ability to successfully manage and inspire remote teams.
• Expertise in strategic recruitment planning, business development, and client relationship management.
• Strong understanding of market dynamics and talent acquisition best practices.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills, adapted for remote interaction.
• Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline or equivalent professional experience.

Benefits

• A highly competitive salary combined with an outstanding bonus and commission structure.
• The complete flexibility and autonomy of a 100% remote working environment.
• Comprehensive healthcare coverage and retirement savings options.
• Opportunities for leadership development and continued professional growth.
• A dynamic and supportive virtual work culture focused on collaboration and achievement.