Principal Recruitment Consultant - Remote

Placements24; Sandton; Hybrid; ZAR 1,100,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance-based bonus

Fully remote role

Health & retirement benefits

Growth and leadership development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Principal Recruitment Consultant for a fully remote role. You will lead executive search assignments for C-suite and senior leadership, shaping talent strategies for top clients across South Africa.

This senior position emphasizes client partnerships, business development, mentorship of junior consultants, and delivering superior candidate experiences in a flexible, remote-first environment.

Qualifications

• 8+ years in executive search or senior recruitment consultancy.
• Proven ability in business development, client management, and closing senior placements.
• Strong strategic thinking, research, and analytical skills.
• Remote communication and presentation abilities.
• Bachelor's degree; MBA a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead executive search assignments for C-suite and senior leadership.
• Develop long-term relationships with corporate clients.
• Drive business development and secure mandates.
• Mentor junior consultants and maintain candidate experience.
• Ensure high standards of client service across engagements.

Skills

Executive search

Business development

Client relationships

Leadership

Remote communication

Market intelligence

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

LinkedIn Recruiter

Boolean search

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leading-edge Recruitment Consultancy , is seeking an accomplished Principal Recruitment Consultant for a fully remote position. This senior role is designed for an industry leader with a comprehensive understanding of talent acquisition and a proven ability to manage high-stakes recruitment projects. You will be instrumental in driving strategic initiatives, building deep client partnerships, and sourcing top-tier executive talent from anywhere in the country. This is an exceptional opportunity to exercise your leadership and expertise within a flexible, remote-first environment, contributing significantly to the success of a dynamic consultancy.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and execute complex executive search assignments for C-suite and senior leadership positions.
• Develop and maintain strategic, long-term relationships with a portfolio of key corporate clients.
• Drive business development efforts, identifying new market opportunities and securing mandates.
• Provide expert consultancy and market intelligence to clients on talent strategy and executive compensation.
• Mentor and guide junior consultants, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous learning.
• Ensure the highest standards of candidate experience and client service delivery in all engagements.

Requirements

• Extensive experience (8+ years) in executive search or senior recruitment consultancy, with a demonstrable track record of success.
• Proven ability in business development, client relationship management, and closing senior-level placements.
• Exceptional strategic thinking, research, and analytical skills.
• Outstanding communication , negotiation, and presentation abilities, adapted for a remote setting.
• Proficiency with advanced search methodologies and recruitment technologies.
• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field; advanced degree or MBA is a plus.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and a substantial performance-based bonus structure.
• Fully remote role offering unparalleled flexibility and autonomy.
• Comprehensive health, wellness, and retirement benefits package.
• Significant opportunities for professional growth and leadership development.
• Collaborative and intellectually stimulating virtual team environment.