Principal Recruitment Consultant - Engineering & Manufacturing

Placements24; Sandton; Presencial; ZAR 700.000 - 1.200.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Competitive base + uncapped commission

Career progression

Prestigious clients

Professional development

Sandton work environment

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 is seeking a highly experienced Principal Recruitment Consultant to lead senior-level engineering and manufacturing placements in Sandton, Gauteng. This role demands strategic client management, advanced sourcing, and mentoring of junior consultants to drive significant business growth.

You will develop sophisticated search strategies, build longstanding relationships with key clients, and act as a trusted advisor on talent acquisition and market intelligence, while negotiating

Formación

• 7–10 years of progressive recruitment experience in engineering or manufacturing.
• Proven track record placing senior-level technical and leadership roles.
• Expertise in executive search methodologies and advanced sourcing techniques.
• Strong business development, client relationships, and negotiation skills.
• Autonomy to drive high-value placements in Gauteng.
• Leadership and mentoring capabilities.
• Educational background in Engineering, Business, or HR desirable.

Responsabilidades

• Manage full recruitment lifecycle for senior engineering and manufacturing roles.
• Develop and execute sophisticated search strategies to identify top talent.
• Build long-term client relationships in engineering and manufacturing sectors.
• Advise clients on talent acquisition strategies and market intelligence.
• Mentor junior consultants and drive business growth.
• Drive business development to secure new mandates.
• Conduct candidate assessments including technical and behavioral interviews.
• Negotiate offers and ensure a seamless placement process.
• Stay ahead of industry trends and talent market dynamics.

Conocimientos

Executive search

Engineering sector

Manufacturing sector

Client management

Negotiation

Leadership

Mentoring

Business development

Sourcing techniques

Educación

Relevant tertiary qualification (Engineering, Business, HR)

Descripción del empleo

About the Role

Our client, a premier recruitment consultancy, is seeking a highly accomplished and experienced Principal Recruitment Consultant to join their esteemed team in Sandton, Gauteng . This senior role is dedicated to placing high-caliber professionals within the Engineering and Manufacturing sectors, a critical area for our client's business. You will leverage your extensive industry knowledge, deep understanding of technical roles, and exceptional network to manage complex search assignments, mentor junior consultants, and drive significant business growth. This is a unique opportunity for a seasoned recruitment professional to take on a leadership role, work with prestigious clients, and make a substantial impact on the engineering and manufacturing landscape in Sandton and beyond. The ideal candidate will possess outstanding client management skills, a strategic vision for talent acquisition, and a proven history of success in niche recruitment markets.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing the full recruitment lifecycle for senior-level engineering and manufacturing roles.
• Developing and executing sophisticated search strategies to identify top-tier technical and leadership talent.
• Building and nurturing strong, long-term relationships with key clients in the Engineering and Manufacturing sectors.
• Acting as a trusted advisor to clients on talent acquisition strategies and market intelligence.
• Mentoring and guiding junior members of the recruitment team to foster their development.
• Driving business development initiatives to expand the client base and secure new mandates.
• Conducting in-depth candidate assessments, including technical evaluations and behavioural interviews.
• Negotiating complex offers and ensuring a seamless placement process.
• Staying ahead of industry trends, technological advancements, and talent market dynamics.

Requirements

• A minimum of 7-10 years of progressive recruitment experience, with a significant focus on Engineering and/or Manufacturing sectors.
• Proven track record of successfully placing senior-level technical and leadership positions.
• Expertise in executive search methodologies and advanced sourcing techniques.
• Exceptional business development, client relationship management, and negotiation skills.
• Strong understanding of engineering disciplines and manufacturing processes.
• Excellent leadership and mentoring capabilities.
• A relevant tertiary qualification (e.g., Engineering, Business, HR) is highly desirable.
• Ability to operate with significant autonomy and drive high-value placements in Gauteng .
• Professional demeanor and strong ethical conduct.

Benefits

• Highly competitive base salary with a lucrative and uncapped commission structure.
• Significant opportunities for career progression and leadership.
• Work with a top-tier recruitment consultancy in a key industry vertical.
• Engage with a prestigious client base and high-profile roles.
• Professional development and continuous learning support.
• A sophisticated and results-driven work environment in Sandton .