Recruitment Consultant - IT and Digital Specialist

Placements24; Randburg; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote

Competitive salary + commission

Professional development

Diverse client portfolio

Supportive virtual team

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an IT and Digital Recruitment Consultant in Randburg, South Africa. The role focuses on sourcing and placing top tech talent across software, data, cyber, and cloud domains, with a fully remote working arrangement.

You will build relationships with clients, conduct thorough candidate assessments, and advise on compensation benchmarks while staying current with tech trends and ATS processes.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years' IT and digital recruitment experience.
• Proficient with recruitment platforms and networking tools.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

• Source, screen, and interview candidates for IT and digital roles.
• Manage the full recruitment lifecycle and placements.
• Develop and maintain client relationships in technology sector.
• Utilize advanced sourcing techniques to identify top talent.
• Assess candidates for technical proficiency and cultural fit.
• Provide market insights and recruitment advice to clients.
• Ensure a positive candidate experience throughout the process.
• Stay updated on technology trends and best practices.
• Maintain accurate candidate records in the ATS.

Skills

IT recruitment

Talent sourcing

Candidate screening

Client relationship management

Interviewing

Tools

LinkedIn Recruiter

ATS

Recruitment software

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a forward-thinking recruitment consultancy based in Randburg, Gauteng , is seeking a highly skilled IT and Digital Recruitment Consultant. This role is pivotal in sourcing and placing top-tier technology talent for a diverse range of clients across various industries. You will be instrumental in understanding the evolving tech landscape and connecting companies with the specialized skills they need, from software development and data science to cybersecurity and cloud computing. The fully remote working arrangement offers exceptional flexibility, allowing you to leverage your expertise from anywhere while contributing significantly to the tech talent ecosystem in South Africa . This is an exciting opportunity for a dedicated recruiter to excel in a high-demand field within a supportive and innovative consultancy.

Key Responsibilities

Source, screen, and interview candidates for a wide array of IT and digital roles, including developers, engineers, analysts, project managers, and digital marketers.

Manage the full recruitment lifecycle, ensuring efficient and effective placements of highly skilled technology professionals.

Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients in the technology sector, understanding their specific project needs and company cultures.

Utilize advanced sourcing techniques, including Boolean searches, professional networking platforms, and niche job boards, to identify top talent.

Conduct thorough candidate assessments to evaluate technical proficiency, problem-solving skills, and cultural fit.

Provide expert market insights and consultative advice to clients regarding IT talent acquisition strategies and compensation benchmarks.

Ensure a consistently positive and professional experience for all candidates throughout the recruitment process.

Stay updated on the latest technology trends, tools, and industry best practices.

Maintain accurate candidate records and manage recruitment activity within the firm's Applicant Tracking System (ATS).

Requirements

A minimum of 4 years of experience in recruitment, with a proven specialization in IT and digital recruitment.

Demonstrated success in sourcing and placing candidates in roles such as Software Developers (various languages), Data Scientists, Cloud Engineers, Cybersecurity Analysts, and IT Project Managers.

Excellent understanding of the technical skills, programming languages, and methodologies relevant to the IT sector.

Strong ability to build rapport and trust with technical professionals and hiring managers.

Exceptional communication, negotiation, and influencing skills.

Experience working remotely and managing time effectively to meet deadlines.

Proficiency in using recruitment software, databases, and professional networking platforms like LinkedIn Recruiter.

Knowledge of recruitment processes and compliance within the South African context.

A proactive, results-oriented, and adaptable approach to recruitment challenges.

Benefits

Competitive salary and a generous performance-based commission structure.

Fully remote working arrangement, providing significant flexibility and work-life balance.

Opportunity to specialize in the dynamic and rapidly growing IT and digital sectors.

Work with a diverse range of clients, from innovative startups to established enterprises.

Access to continuous professional development and training programmes.

Be part of a collaborative and supportive virtual team environment.

Utilise cutting-edge recruitment technology and resources.

Make a significant impact by connecting businesses with essential tech talent.