Lead Recruitment Specialist

Placements24; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance-based bonus

Medical aid

Retirement fund contributions

Professional development

Leadership training

Job summary

Placements24 in Cape Town is seeking a Lead Recruitment Specialist to spearhead strategic hiring efforts, lead a team of consultants, and nurture high-value client partnerships in the Western Cape market.

The role centers on end-to-end recruitment leadership, market analysis, and driving sourcing innovations to attract senior talent, with a performance-based bonus and comprehensive benefits in a dynamic consultancy setting.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of recruitment experience with at least 3 years in leadership or senior specialist roles.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and manage a team of recruitment consultants.
• Develop and implement innovative recruitment strategies to attract senior talent.
• Manage and grow key client accounts to ensure satisfaction and repeat business.
• Oversee end-to-end recruitment processes with focus on efficiency and quality.
• Conduct market research to identify talent trends and opportunities.
• Drive business development to expand client base and services.

Skills

Leadership

Talent Acquisition

Executive Search

Stakeholder Management

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leading recruitment consultancy based in the vibrant city of Cape Town , is searching for a highly accomplished Lead Recruitment Specialist to spearhead their strategic hiring initiatives. This role involves leading a team of recruitment professionals, cultivating high-value client partnerships, and driving the execution of sophisticated talent acquisition strategies. You will be instrumental in shaping the company's recruitment methodologies and ensuring the delivery of exceptional service to both clients and candidates within the dynamic Western Cape market. This is a key leadership position for an individual passionate about talent and dedicated to achieving market-leading results in a competitive landscape.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and manage a team of recruitment consultants, fostering a high-performance culture.
• Develop and implement innovative recruitment strategies to attract niche and senior talent.
• Manage and grow a portfolio of key client accounts, ensuring client satisfaction and repeat business.
• Oversee the end-to-end recruitment process, ensuring efficiency, quality, and adherence to best practices.
• Conduct market research and analysis to identify emerging talent trends and opportunities.
• Drive business development efforts to expand the firm's client base and service offerings.

Requirements

• Minimum of 7 years' experience in recruitment, with at least 3 years in a leadership or senior specialist role.
• Demonstrated success in building and managing high-performing recruitment teams.
• Expertise in various recruitment methodologies, including executive search and RPO models.
• Exceptional relationship-building, communication, and negotiation skills.
• Strong understanding of the Western Cape job market and industry-specific demands.

Benefits

• Attractive salary package with a generous performance-based bonus structure.
• Opportunity to shape the future of a growing recruitment division.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund contributions.
• Access to ongoing professional development and leadership training.
• Be part of a highly reputable consultancy with a strong presence in Cape Town .