Principal Recruitment Specialist - Financial Services

Placements24; Cape Town; Vor Ort; ZAR 1.200.000 - 2.100.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Competitive base salary + commission

Cape Town office location

Performance bonus

Professional development

Zusammenfassung

Placements24 is seeking a Principal Recruitment Specialist to lead senior-level recruitment within the Financial Services sector in Cape Town. This office-based role focuses on strategic client engagements, market insights, and building high-caliber teams for prestigious financial institutions.

You will mentor a team, drive new business mandates, and shape the division's growth in the Western Cape. The ideal candidate has extensive leadership experience and deep SA market knowledge.

Qualifikationen

• 7+ years of experience in executive search or specialist recruitment in Financial Services.
• Proven success in recruiting for niche and senior roles in banking, investment, insurance, or asset management.
• Deep understanding of Cape Town and South African financial markets.
• Exceptional leadership, influencing and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong analytical abilities and strategic thinking.
• Excellent command of English with strong written and verbal communication.

Aufgaben

• Lead the end-to-end recruitment process for senior-level positions within the financial services industry.
• Develop and nurture strategic partnerships with key stakeholders in financial institutions across Cape Town and beyond.
• Source, attract, and engage top-tier talent, ensuring a diverse and qualified candidate pool.
• Provide expert consultation to clients on market trends, compensation, and talent acquisition strategies.
• Mentor and coach a team of recruitment professionals, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement.
• Drive business development efforts, identifying and securing new client mandates.
• Oversee complex recruitment projects and ensure timely, successful delivery.
• Contribute to the strategic planning and growth of the Financial Services recruitment division.

Kenntnisse

Executive search

Senior recruitment

Stakeholder management

Leadership

Talent acquisition

Analytical thinking

Strategic thinking

Jobbeschreibung

About the Role Our client, a distinguished recruitment consultancy with a strong presence in Cape Town, Western Cape, is seeking to appoint a highly skilled and experienced Principal Recruitment Specialist. This senior role is crucial for spearheading recruitment initiatives within the competitive Financial Services sector. You will be the go-to expert, driving best practices, and leading key client engagements. The position is office-based in vibrant Cape Town, offering a collaborative environment ideal for strategic thinking and client interaction. Your role will be pivotal in shaping the future of recruitment for our client and their esteemed clientele in the Western Cape.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end recruitment process for senior-level positions within the financial services industry.
• Develop and nurture strategic partnerships with key stakeholders in financial institutions across Cape Town and beyond.
• Source, attract, and engage top-tier talent, ensuring a diverse and qualified candidate pool.
• Provide expert consultation to clients on market trends, compensation, and talent acquisition strategies.
• Mentor and coach a team of recruitment professionals, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement.
• Drive business development efforts, identifying and securing new client mandates.
• Oversee complex recruitment projects and ensure timely, successful delivery.
• Contribute to the strategic planning and growth of the Financial Services recruitment division.

Requirements

• Extensive experience (7+ years) in executive search or specialist recruitment, with a proven focus on the Financial Services sector.
• Demonstrated success in recruiting for niche and senior roles within banking, investment, insurance, or asset management.
• Deep understanding of the Cape Town and South African financial markets.
• Exceptional leadership, influencing, and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong analytical abilities and strategic thinking capabilities.
• Proficiency in advanced recruitment methodologies and talent sourcing tools.
• A track record of exceeding business targets and building long-term client relationships.
• Excellent command of English, with strong written and verbal communication skills.

Benefits

• Significant earning potential with a highly competitive base salary and exceptional commission structure.
• Opportunity to work with prestigious clients in the Financial Services industry in Cape Town.
• Direct impact on business strategy and growth.
• Professional development and leadership training opportunities.
• Collaborative and supportive work environment in the heart of Cape Town, Western Cape.
• Access to cutting-edge recruitment technology and resources.
• Recognition programs for outstanding performance.