Lead Recruitment Partner - George

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive remuneration

Leadership role

Client-facing work

George location

Professional growth

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Lead Recruitment Partner to base in George, Western Cape. This senior, on-site role requires strategic thinking, end-to-end recruitment expertise, and a track record of handling large-scale or executive search projects.

You will manage key client relationships, mentor junior consultants, and drive business development while delivering high-quality talent pipelines for diverse client needs in the George area.

Qualifications

• At least 7 years in recruitment with 2+ years in a leadership or senior consultant role.
• Proven track record managing large-scale or executive search projects.
• Exceptional client management and business development skills.
• Strong leadership and team management capabilities.
• In-depth knowledge of Western Cape recruitment market, George focus.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage complex recruitment mandates for key clients.
• Develop strategic recruitment plans tailored to client needs and market conditions.
• Lead and mentor a team of recruitment consultants, fostering a high-performance culture.
• Cultivate and maintain strong, long-term relationships with a portfolio of clients.
• Drive business development initiatives by identifying new opportunities with existing clients.
• Ensure delivery of high-quality talent pipelines and successful placements.
• Analyze recruitment metrics and provide insightful reports to clients and senior management.
• Champion best practices in candidate sourcing, interviewing, and selection.
• Represent the company at industry events and networking functions in George and surrounding areas.

Skills

Leadership

Client management

Business development

Recruitment strategy

Mentoring

Sourcing

Analytical thinking

Communication

Negotiation

Team management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

ATS systems

LinkedIn Recruiter

Boolean search

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a prestigious Recruitment Consultancy, is actively searching for an exceptional Lead Recruitment Partner to be based in **George, Western Cape**. This senior position requires a strategic thinker with extensive experience in end-to-end recruitment, particularly within high-volume or specialized sectors. The Lead Recruitment Partner will be responsible for managing key client relationships, overseeing recruitment projects, and mentoring junior members of the recruitment team. This is a critical on-site role, offering direct engagement with clients and candidates in the beautiful **George** area. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in driving recruitment success, ensuring our client's reputation for excellence is maintained and enhanced.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage complex recruitment mandates for key clients.
• Develop strategic recruitment plans tailored to client needs and market conditions.
• Lead and mentor a team of recruitment consultants, fostering a high-performance culture.
• Cultivate and maintain strong, long-term relationships with a portfolio of clients.
• Drive business development initiatives by identifying new opportunities and expanding services with existing clients.
• Ensure the delivery of high-quality talent pipelines and successful placements.
• Analyze recruitment metrics and provide insightful reports to clients and senior management.
• Champion best practices in candidate sourcing, interviewing, and selection.
• Represent the company at industry events and networking functions in **George** and surrounding areas.

Requirements

• A minimum of 7 years of experience in recruitment, with at least 2 years in a leadership or senior consultant role.
• Proven track record of successfully managing large-scale or executive search recruitment projects.
• Exceptional client management and business development skills.
• Strong leadership and team management capabilities.
• In-depth knowledge of the recruitment market in **Western Cape**, ideally with a focus on **George**.
• Excellent understanding of recruitment technologies and sourcing methodologies.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• A Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field is highly desirable.
• Exceptional communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to delivering outstanding service and results.

Benefits

• Highly competitive remuneration package with performance-based incentives.
• Opportunity to lead a dedicated recruitment team and shape strategic direction.
• Work within a well-respected and established Recruitment Consultancy.
• Engage with a diverse client base and exciting recruitment challenges.
• Professional growth and development opportunities.
• Be a key player in the **George** business community.