Principal Recruitment Specialist

Placements24; George; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Industry-leading compensation

Commission-based earnings

Career progression

Advanced recruitment technology

Collaborative culture

Job summary

Placements24 in George, Western Cape, seeks a Principal Recruitment Specialist to lead executive search and talent acquisition across industries. You will spearhead complex mandates, cultivate strategic client partnerships, and mentor a team of recruiters, shaping the strategic direction of our recruitment services.

The role offers strong earning potential with base salary plus lucrative commission, opportunities for leadership development, access to advanced recruitment technology, and a

Qualifications

• Minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in executive search or specialized recruitment, with a strong focus on senior-level placements.
• Demonstrated success in managing complex, high-volume, and sensitive recruitment projects.
• Expertise in advanced candidate sourcing techniques, including networking, market mapping, and competitor analysis.
• Exceptional negotiation, influencing, and stakeholder management skills.
• Proven ability to mentor and lead a team effectively.
• A deep understanding of the Western Cape job market and key industry sectors is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead and execute high-level executive search assignments for senior and C-suite roles across diverse sectors.
• Develop and implement innovative sourcing strategies to identify passive and active candidates for niche positions.
• Cultivate and manage strategic relationships with key stakeholders and decision-makers within client organizations.
• Provide expert market intelligence and consultative advice to clients on talent acquisition strategies and compensation trends.
• Mentor, coach, and develop a team of recruitment professionals, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and high performance.
• Drive business development initiatives and contribute to the expansion of the consultancy's client base in the George region.

Skills

Executive search

Talent acquisition

Stakeholder management

Mentoring

Business development

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a premier recruitment consultancy operating in George , is actively seeking a highly accomplished Principal Recruitment Specialist . This senior position requires an individual with extensive experience in executive search and talent acquisition across specialized industries within the Western Cape . You will be responsible for spearheading complex recruitment mandates, cultivating strategic client partnerships, and mentoring a team of talented recruiters. This role offers a significant opportunity to shape the strategic direction of recruitment services, build a strong personal brand, and make a lasting impact within a reputable organization renowned for its commitment to excellence and client success.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and execute high-level executive search assignments for senior and C-suite roles across diverse sectors.
• Develop and implement innovative sourcing strategies to identify passive and active candidates for niche positions.
• Cultivate and manage strategic relationships with key stakeholders and decision-makers within client organizations.
• Provide expert market intelligence and consultative advice to clients on talent acquisition strategies and compensation trends.
• Mentor, coach, and develop a team of recruitment professionals, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and high performance.
• Drive business development initiatives and contribute to the expansion of the consultancy's client base in the George region.

Requirements

• Minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in executive search or specialized recruitment, with a strong focus on senior-level placements.
• Demonstrated success in managing complex, high-volume, and sensitive recruitment projects.
• Expertise in advanced candidate sourcing techniques, including networking, market mapping, and competitor analysis.
• Exceptional negotiation, influencing, and stakeholder management skills.
• Proven ability to mentor and lead a team effectively.
• A deep understanding of the Western Cape job market and key industry sectors is highly desirable.

Benefits

• An industry-leading compensation package including a substantial base salary and lucrative commission structure.
• Significant opportunities for professional growth, leadership development, and career progression.
• Access to cutting-edge recruitment technology and resources.
• Be part of a highly respected and collaborative consultancy with a strong ethical framework.
• Regular performance recognition and rewards for outstanding achievements.