Principal Recruitment Consultant - Financial Services

Placements24; Randburg; Hybrid; ZAR 1,000,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Highly competitive uncapped commission

Hybrid work model

Leadership opportunities

Industry insights access

Randburg based team

Job summary

Placements24, Randburg, is seeking a seasoned Principal Recruitment Consultant to lead the Financial Services division. This hybrid role blends remote flexibility with office collaboration to manage executive search assignments for leading financial institutions, asset managers, and fintechs.

You will drive business development, attract and place high‑calibre professionals from analysts to C‑suite, and mentor junior consultants while staying ahead of industry trends.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years of recruitment experience with Financial Services specialization.
• Proven success in developing new business and managing high‑value client relationships.
• In-depth knowledge of financial markets, products, and operations.
• Exceptional candidate sourcing, interviewing, and assessment skills.
• Strong negotiation, influencing, and communication capabilities.
• Experience in a hybrid work model balancing remote autonomy with office collaboration.
• Proactive, results‑oriented leadership potential.
• Relevant degree in Finance, Economics, Business, or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and execute complex executive search mandates within the financial services sector.
• Develop and maintain relationships with senior stakeholders at client organizations.
• Drive business development initiatives to secure retained and contingent mandates.
• Source, assess, and present top-tier candidates for critical roles.
• Conduct market analysis, including compensation benchmarking.
• Mentor and coach junior consultants within the financial services team.
• Manage end‑to‑end recruitment processes ensuring a professional experience for clients and candidates.
• Stay informed on regulatory changes and industry trends impacting talent acquisition.

Skills

Executive search

Business development

Stakeholder management

Negotiation

Sourcing & interviewing

Hybrid work experience

Leadership potential

Education

Finance/Economics/Business degree

Tools

LinkedIn Recruiter

Applicant Tracking System (ATS)

Professional networking platforms

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a premier recruitment consultancy with a strong presence in Randburg, Gauteng, is seeking a seasoned Principal Recruitment Consultant to spearhead their Financial Services division. This hybrid role offers a dynamic work environment, blending remote flexibility with essential office-based collaboration to serve a demanding client base. You will be responsible for managing executive search assignments and strategic talent acquisition for leading financial institutions, asset managers, and fintech companies. This position requires a deep understanding of the financial services industry, robust business development skills, and a proven ability to attract and place high-calibre professionals from analysts to C-suite executives. You will act as a trusted advisor, shaping recruitment strategies and delivering exceptional talent solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and execute complex executive search mandates within the financial services sector.


• Develop and maintain strong relationships with senior stakeholders at client organizations.


• Drive business development initiatives to secure new retained and contingent mandates.


• Source, assess, and present top-tier candidates for critical roles.


• Conduct in-depth market analysis, including competitor intelligence and compensation benchmarking.


• Mentor and coach junior consultants within the financial services team.


• Manage the entire recruitment process, ensuring a seamless and professional experience for clients and candidates.


• Stay abreast of regulatory changes and industry trends impacting talent acquisition in financial services.


• Contribute to the strategic direction of the financial services practice.

Requirements

• A minimum of 7 years of progressive recruitment experience, with a proven specialization in Financial Services recruitment, including executive search.


• Demonstrated success in developing new business and managing high-value client relationships.


• In-depth knowledge of financial markets, products, and operational functions.


• Exceptional candidate sourcing, interviewing, and assessment skills.


• Strong negotiation, influencing, and communication capabilities.


• Experience working effectively in a hybrid model, balancing remote autonomy with office collaboration.


• Proficiency in using advanced recruitment tools, databases, and professional networking platforms.


• A proactive, results-oriented approach with strong leadership potential.


• Relevant degree in Finance, Economics, Business, or related field is preferred.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and uncapped commission structure with significant earning potential.


• Hybrid work model offering excellent work-life integration.


• Opportunity to lead high-impact recruitment projects within a prestigious sector.


• Continuous professional development and access to industry insights.


• Work within a highly respected and collaborative team in Randburg.


• Career advancement opportunities into leadership roles.


• Exposure to a prestigious client base within the financial services industry.