Principal Recruitment Consultant

Placements24; Rustenburg; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 2,400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Senior-level compensation

Hybrid work arrangement

Career advancement opportunities

Executive exposure

Rustenburg location

Job summary

Placements24, a premier recruitment consultancy in Rustenburg, seeks a Principal Recruitment Consultant to lead key client accounts, drive strategic hiring initiatives, and mentor junior team members.

This senior role requires deep market knowledge, strong leadership, and the ability to win mandates, manage complex searches, and deliver high‑impact recruitment outcomes for clients. You will partner with executives, design talent strategies, and contribute to the firm’s growth and reputation.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in recruitment consultancy, with a track record in executive search or specialized recruitment.
• Demonstrated leadership capabilities and experience mentoring recruitment professionals.
• Excellent business acumen, client management, and negotiation skills.
• In-depth knowledge of diverse industry sectors and talent markets.
• Proficiency with advanced recruitment methodologies and technology.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional qualification in a relevant discipline.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage complex recruitment projects for high-profile clients, ensuring successful placements.
• Develop and execute strategic sourcing plans to identify executive-level and niche talent.
• Act as trusted advisor to clients, offering insights on market trends, talent availability, and compensation strategies.
• Mentor, coach, and develop junior consultants, fostering their professional growth and team performance.
• Drive business development efforts to expand the client base and secure new mandates.
• Ensure compliance with recruitment legislation and ethical practices.

Skills

Executive search

Leadership

Client management

Negotiation

Market knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

ATS

Recruitment technology

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a premier Recruitment Consultancy in Rustenburg , is seeking a highly accomplished Principal Recruitment Consultant to spearhead key client accounts and mentor junior team members. This senior role involves driving strategic recruitment initiatives, building and expanding client relationships, and ensuring the highest standards of service delivery. You will leverage your extensive industry experience and market knowledge to tackle complex hiring challenges and contribute significantly to the firm's continued success. The position offers a fantastic opportunity for an established recruitment professional to make a substantial impact within a respected consultancy, working within a team that emphasizes leadership and excellence in service delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage complex recruitment projects for high-profile clients, ensuring successful and timely placements.
• Develop and execute strategic sourcing plans to identify executive-level and niche talent.
• Act as a trusted advisor to clients, offering insights on market trends, talent availability, and compensation strategies.
• Mentor, coach, and develop junior consultants, fostering their professional growth and contributing to team performance.
• Drive business development efforts to expand the client base and secure new recruitment mandates.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant recruitment legislation and ethical practices.

Requirements

• Extensive experience (8+ years) in recruitment consultancy, with a proven track record in executive search or specialized recruitment.
• Demonstrated leadership capabilities and experience in mentoring recruitment professionals.
• Exceptional business acumen, client management, and negotiation skills.
• In-depth knowledge of diverse industry sectors and talent markets.
• Proficiency with advanced recruitment methodologies and technology.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional qualification in a relevant discipline.

Benefits

• Attractive senior-level salary and a lucrative bonus structure.
• Hybrid work arrangement providing a balance between office collaboration and personal flexibility.
• Significant opportunities for career advancement and leadership development.
• Exposure to high-level executive searches and strategic client engagements.
• A professional and stimulating work environment in Rustenburg that rewards expertise and initiative.