Lead Recruitment Manager

Placements24; Kempton Park; On-site; ZAR 1,100,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Pension fund

Leave allowances

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a strategic Lead Recruitment Manager to oversee recruitment operations in Tembisa, Gauteng. You will lead a team of recruiters, set staffing strategies, and ensure delivery of staffing solutions to diverse clients.

The role requires strong leadership, deep knowledge of the South African labour market, and a proven ability to drive business development, stakeholder management, and process optimization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Management, HR, or related discipline.
• 7+ years in recruitment or talent acquisition.
• 3+ years in management.
• Strong knowledge of SA labour market.
• Experience with client relationships and business development.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and manage a team of recruitment professionals.
• Develop and execute recruitment strategies aligned with client needs and market opportunities.
• Oversee the recruitment process from sourcing to onboarding.
• Establish and maintain relationships with clients, candidates, and internal teams.
• Monitor KPIs and provide regular reports on team performance and trends.
• Drive business development initiatives within the recruitment consultancy.
• Utilize recruitment technologies to improve productivity.
• Develop best practices in talent acquisition and candidate experience.
• Manage budget and resources to achieve objectives.
• Advise clients on workforce planning and market insights.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Negotiation

Stakeholder management

Candidate assessment

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Management or HR

Tools

CRM systems

Recruitment software

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leading recruitment consultancy, is looking for a strategic and experienced Lead Recruitment Manager to oversee and direct recruitment operations in Tembisa, Gauteng . This senior role demands exceptional leadership qualities, a deep understanding of market dynamics, and a proven ability to drive team performance. You will be responsible for setting recruitment strategies, managing a team of recruiters, and ensuring the successful delivery of staffing solutions to a wide array of clients. The ideal candidate is a results-oriented professional with a passion for talent acquisition and a commitment to excellence. This is a critical position that will shape the recruitment function and contribute significantly to the company's strategic objectives within the bustling economic hub of Tembisa .

Key Responsibilities Lead, mentor, and manage a team of recruitment professionals, fostering a high-performance culture. Develop and execute comprehensive recruitment strategies aligned with client needs and market opportunities. Oversee the entire recruitment process, ensuring efficiency, quality, and compliance from candidate sourcing to onboarding. Establish and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including clients, candidates, and internal teams. Monitor recruitment metrics and KPIs, providing regular reports on team performance and market trends. Drive business development initiatives within the recruitment consultancy, identifying new client opportunities. Ensure the effective utilization of recruitment technologies and resources to enhance productivity. Develop and implement best practices in talent acquisition, employer branding, and candidate experience. Manage budget and resources effectively to achieve recruitment objectives. Act as a key advisor to clients on workforce planning and talent market insights. Requirements A Bachelor's degree in Business Management, Human Resources, or a related discipline. A minimum of 7 years of experience in recruitment or talent acquisition, with at least 3 years in a management or leadership capacity. Demonstrated success in leading and motivating recruitment teams. Strong understanding of the South African labour market and recruitment best practices. Expertise in strategic sourcing, candidate assessment, and negotiation. Excellent strategic thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities. Exceptional communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills. Proven experience in managing client relationships and driving business growth. Proficiency in recruitment software and CRM systems. Benefits

This position offers a highly competitive salary and an attractive performance-based bonus structure. Our client provides comprehensive benefits, including excellent medical coverage, a pension fund, and generous leave allowances. Opportunities for professional development, executive coaching, and advanced training are readily available. You will be working in a stimulating and supportive environment in Tembisa, Gauteng , with significant opportunities for career progression within a leading recruitment firm. This role offers the chance to make a substantial impact on business outcomes and shape the future of talent acquisition for our esteemed clientele.