Recruitment Consultant - Automotive Sector

Placements24; East London; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 320,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Lucrative commission

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 in East London, Eastern Cape, is seeking an enthusiastic Recruitment Consultant focused on the automotive sector. You will source, screen, interview, and place candidates in mechanics, engineers, technicians, and management roles within the automotive industry.

Join a busy, office-based team where you will build strong relationships with automotive companies, manage the full recruitment lifecycle, advertise vacancies, and provide market insights on salary benchmarks in the East

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in recruitment.
• Experience in automotive or manufacturing preferred.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills.
• Office-based role in East London.

Responsibilities

• Source, screen, and interview candidates for automotive roles.
• Build and maintain a network of automotive professionals and clients.
• Manage full recruitment lifecycle from brief to placement.
• Advertise vacancies on job boards and social media.
• Provide market insights on salary benchmarks in East London.
• Aim to meet recruitment targets and client satisfaction metrics.
• Utilize recruitment software to track progress.

Skills

Sourcing candidates

Interviewing

ATS proficiency

Client relations

Education

Degree or vocational qualification

Tools

ATS software

CRM systems

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a well-established recruitment consultancy located in East London, Eastern Cape , is seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Recruitment Consultant to join their team, specializing in the Automotive Sector. This role requires an individual with a passion for connecting talent with opportunities within the dynamic automotive industry, placing candidates in roles such as mechanics, engineers, technicians, and management positions. The position is based in our client's office in East London , offering a collaborative and fast-paced working environment. You will be responsible for managing the recruitment process from start to finish, building strong relationships with automotive companies, and sourcing skilled professionals. This is a fantastic opportunity for a recruiter looking to excel in a specialized market.

Key Responsibilities

• Source, screen, and interview candidates for a variety of roles within the automotive sector, including technical, engineering, and management positions.
• Develop and maintain a strong network of automotive professionals and key industry contacts.
• Build and nurture relationships with clients in the automotive industry, understanding their specific staffing requirements.
• Manage the full recruitment lifecycle , ensuring efficient and effective placement of candidates.
• Advertise vacancies on relevant job boards and social media platforms to attract qualified automotive talent.
• Provide market insights and consultation to clients regarding salary benchmarks and talent availability in the East London area.
• Achieve and exceed recruitment targets and client satisfaction metrics.
• Utilize recruitment software and tools to manage candidate databases and track recruitment progress.

Requirements

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in recruitment, with a preference for experience within the automotive or manufacturing sectors.
• Proven ability to source and recruit candidates for technical and skilled roles.
• Understanding of the automotive industry's dynamics and common job requirements.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational abilities and the capacity to manage multiple recruitment assignments.
• Proficiency in using Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and other recruitment technologies.
• A relevant degree or vocational qualification is an advantage.
• Ability to work effectively in an office-based environment in East London .

Benefits

• Competitive salary and a lucrative commission structure.
• Opportunity to work within a thriving and specialized industry sector.
• Join a supportive and collaborative team in our East London office.
• Professional development and ongoing training opportunities.
• Exposure to a wide range of automotive clients and challenging roles.
• Potential for career growth and advancement within the consultancy.
• Regular team events and recognition programs.