Lead Recruitment Consultant - Technology Division

Placements24; Gauteng; Hybrid; ZAR 720,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work

Commission & bonus

Career progression

Access to recruitment tools

Leadership opportunity

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Lead Recruitment Consultant to head its Technology Division. This fully remote, permanent role offers the flexibility to build and manage a distributed team from anywhere, driving growth and client relationships within the tech sector.

You will lead a remote team, develop strategic recruitment plans, and oversee end-to-end delivery while maximizing revenue opportunities and staying ahead of market trends.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in technology-focused recruitment consultancy.
• Proven leadership and remote team management experience.
• Strong business development and client relationship skills.
• Deep understanding of technology roles and market dynamics.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• Proficiency with CRM systems and recruitment tech.
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of recruitment professionals in the technology sector.
• Develop and implement strategic recruitment plans to grow business and expand market share.
• Cultivate and manage long-term relationships with key tech clients.
• Oversee end-to-end recruitment processes: sourcing, assessment, and placement.
• Drive revenue by identifying new opportunities and developing sales strategies.
• Stay informed on industry trends, market intelligence and best practices in technology recruitment.
• Ensure the team meets and exceeds performance targets and client satisfaction.

Skills

Leadership

Business development

Client relationships

Technology recruitment

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Marketing

Tools

CRM systems

ATS platforms

Video conferencing

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a premier recruitment consultancy, is expanding its operations and seeks an experienced Lead Recruitment Consultant to spearhead its thriving Technology Division. This is a fully remote, permanent position, offering unparalleled flexibility and the opportunity to build and manage a team from anywhere. You will be responsible for driving business growth, developing strategic client relationships, and ensuring the delivery of exceptional recruitment services within the fast-paced tech sector. This role demands a proactive and entrepreneurial spirit, coupled with a deep understanding of the technology landscape and talent acquisition strategies. As a remote-first role, all necessary tools and support will be provided to ensure your success in this distributed environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of recruitment professionals focused on the technology sector.
• Develop and implement strategic recruitment plans to achieve business objectives and expand market share.
• Cultivate and manage long-term relationships with key clients in the technology industry.
• Oversee the end-to-end recruitment process, ensuring quality and efficiency in candidate sourcing, assessment, and placement.
• Drive revenue generation through identifying new business opportunities and developing effective sales strategies.
• Stay abreast of industry trends, market intelligence, and best practices in technology recruitment.
• Ensure the team consistently meets and exceeds performance targets and client satisfaction metrics.
• Champion a culture of excellence, collaboration, and continuous improvement within the remote team.

Requirements

• Extensive experience in recruitment consultancy, with a proven track record in the technology sector.
• Demonstrated leadership and team management skills, preferably in a remote setting.
• Strong business development acumen and experience in client relationship management.
• Deep understanding of technology roles, skill sets, and market dynamics.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• Proficiency with recruitment technologies, CRM systems, and virtual collaboration tools.
• Ability to work independently and motivate a distributed team effectively.
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field is highly desirable.

Benefits

• Fully remote work arrangement, offering ultimate flexibility.
• Competitive base salary with an attractive commission and bonus structure.
• Significant opportunities for career progression and leadership development.
• Access to a comprehensive suite of recruitment tools and resources.
• Opportunity to shape and lead a key division within a respected recruitment firm.
• Be part of a forward-thinking company that embraces remote work and technological innovation.
• Supportive virtual environment designed for collaboration and success.