Recruitment Consultant - IT & Tech

Placements24; Sandton; Hybrid; ZAR 360,000 - 600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Hybrid work arrangement

Professional development

Supportive team environment

Tech sector recruitment

Job summary

Placements24 in Sandton is seeking a Recruitment Consultant focused on IT & Tech, offering a hybrid role combining remote work with in-office collaboration. You will connect top tech talent with innovative clients, manage relationships, and drive end-to-end recruitment processes in a dynamic consultancy environment.

The role requires sourcing, screening, and interviewing candidates across software development, cybersecurity, data science, and IT infrastructure, along with thorough assessments of

Qualifications

• Proven recruitment experience with a focus on IT and Technology roles.
• Strong understanding of programming languages, software development methods, and IT infrastructure.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple requisitions and tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Familiarity with applicant tracking systems (ATS) and tech recruitment tools.

Responsibilities

• Source, screen, and interview candidates for IT and technology roles (software development, cybersecurity, data science, IT infrastructure).
• Develop and maintain relationships with technology clients.
• Conduct technical assessments and cultural fit evaluations.
• Manage full recruitment lifecycle from client briefing to onboarding.
• Use advanced sourcing techniques and recruitment platforms to build talent pipelines.
• Stay current with IT trends and the competitive tech job market.

Skills

IT recruitment

Tools

ATS

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a dynamic recruitment consultancy in Sandton , is seeking a specialized Recruitment Consultant focused on the rapidly evolving IT & Tech sector. This hybrid role demands a proactive individual with a strong understanding of technology roles and the ability to connect top tech talent with innovative companies. You will manage client relationships, conduct effective candidate searches, and ensure seamless recruitment processes. This position offers a flexible work environment, combining remote work with in-office collaboration, allowing you to build robust networks and deliver exceptional service in one of the most sought-after recruitment specializations.

Key Responsibilities

• Source, screen, and interview candidates for a wide range of IT and technology roles, including software development, cybersecurity, data science, and IT infrastructure.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients in the technology industry.
• Conduct thorough technical assessments and cultural fit evaluations.
• Manage the full recruitment lifecycle, from initial client briefing to offer acceptance and onboarding.
• Utilize advanced sourcing techniques and recruitment platforms to build and manage talent pipelines.
• Stay current with IT trends, emerging technologies, and the competitive tech job market.

Requirements

• Proven experience in recruitment, with a specialization in IT and Technology roles .
• Solid understanding of various programming languages, software development methodologies, and IT infrastructure.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple requisitions and deadlines effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Familiarity with applicant tracking systems (ATS) and tech recruitment tools.
• A proactive, results-driven attitude and a passion for technology recruitment.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with attractive performance-based incentives.
• Flexible hybrid work arrangement offering a blend of remote and office-based flexibility.
• Opportunities for professional development and specialization in niche tech markets.
• Supportive team environment within a leading recruitment firm.
• Chance to place pivotal talent within the thriving technology sector.