Recruitment Consultant - Graduate Placement

Placements24; Soweto; Hybrid; ZAR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary with bonus

Hybrid working model

Impact on early careers

Talent development focus

Collaborative team

Job summary

Placements24 in Soweto, Gauteng, is seeking a motivated Recruitment Consultant to manage graduate placements across industries. You will source graduates, screen candidates, interview, build client relationships, and guide candidates through the placement process, contributing to youth career development and economic empowerment in South Africa.

This role offers a competitive salary with a bonus structure tied to successful graduate placements and a hybrid work model combining office and remote

Qualifications

• 2 years of experience in recruitment, HR, or career services, focusing on graduates or entry-level placements.
• Strong understanding of the graduate job market and the challenges faced by new entrants.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to engage with graduates and employers.
• Proficiency in using recruitment software and social media platforms for sourcing.
• Genuine passion for helping young professionals launch their careers.

Responsibilities

• Source and screen recent graduates from various tertiary institutions.
• Conduct interviews and assessments to evaluate candidates' potential for entry-level roles.
• Build relationships with client companies to understand graduate recruitment needs and culture.
• Match graduates with suitable job opportunities and manage the application/interview process.
• Provide career advice and guidance to graduates throughout the placement process.
• Maintain accurate records of candidate interactions and placements in the recruitment database.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Sourcing

Recruitment software

Social media sourcing

Graduate recruitment

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a specialized recruitment agency with a focus on emerging talent, located in Soweto , Gauteng , is looking for an enthusiastic Recruitment Consultant to manage graduate placements. This role involves connecting ambitious graduates with entry-level opportunities across a range of industries. You will work closely with universities and businesses to understand talent needs and candidate aspirations, facilitating the crucial first step in many careers. This is a rewarding position for someone passionate about nurturing talent and contributing to the professional development of young individuals within the Gauteng region and beyond, supporting economic empowerment in South Africa .

Key Responsibilities

• Source and screen recent graduates from various tertiary institutions.
• Conduct interviews and assessments to evaluate candidates' potential and suitability for entry-level roles.
• Build relationships with client companies to understand their graduate recruitment needs and company culture.
• Match graduate candidates with suitable job opportunities, managing the application and interview process.
• Provide career advice and guidance to graduates throughout the placement process.
• Maintain accurate records of candidate interactions and placements using the recruitment database.

Requirements

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in recruitment , HR, or career services, with a focus on graduate or entry-level placements.
• Excellent understanding of the graduate job market and the challenges faced by new entrants.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with graduates and employers.
• Proficiency in using recruitment software and social media platforms for sourcing.
• A genuine passion for helping young professionals launch their careers.
• Familiarity with the educational landscape in Gauteng and wider South Africa is advantageous.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with a bonus structure tied to successful graduate placements.
• Hybrid working model offering flexibility between office and remote work.
• Opportunity to make a significant impact on the careers of young professionals.
• Be part of a mission-driven organization focused on talent development.
• Collaborative and supportive team environment.