Recruitment Consultant - Sales

Placements24; Bloemfontein; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Uncapped commission

Medical aid

Retirement annuity

Training & development

Team events / networking

Job summary

Placements24 in Bloemfontein seeks a motivated Recruitment Consultant specializing in sales roles. You will manage the full recruitment lifecycle, sourcing and interviewing candidates, while building strong client relationships and delivering market insights.

Prior sales recruitment success and excellent communication are essential. The role offers an uncapped commission structure, a medical aid plan, and a retirement annuity, with ongoing training and opportunities to attend industry events in

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business, marketing, HR, or related field.
• At least 3 years in recruitment with a focus on sales roles.
• Strong knowledge of sales KPIs and the sales cycle.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficient with ATS and recruitment tools.

Responsibilities

• Source and attract top sales talent for clients in Bloemfontein and surrounding areas.
• Screen and interview candidates to assess sales acumen, experience and fit.
• Manage full recruitment lifecycle from initial contact to offer negotiation.
• Provide market insights on sales compensation and candidate availability.
• Maintain accurate candidate and client records in the recruitment database.

Skills

Candidate sourcing

Interviewing

Negotiation

Relationship building

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Marketing/HR

Tools

ATS

LinkedIn Recruiter

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a distinguished recruitment consultancy located in Bloemfontein, Free State , is looking for a motivated and results-driven Recruitment Consultant specializing in sales positions. This role requires a candidate with a keen understanding of sales dynamics and the ability to identify high-performing sales professionals for a variety of industries. You will be responsible for managing the entire recruitment process for sales roles, from understanding client needs to sourcing candidates, conducting interviews, and closing placements. The ideal candidate possesses excellent communication and persuasive skills, combined with a solid knowledge of the sales talent market in the Free State region. This is an excellent opportunity to build a successful career in sales recruitment.

Key Responsibilities

Identify and attract top sales talent for various client organizations in Bloemfontein and surrounding areas. Conduct thorough candidate sourcing using diverse methods, including networking, social media, and job boards. Screen and interview candidates to assess their sales acumen, experience, and fit for client roles. Build and maintain strong relationships with both clients seeking sales professionals and candidates pursuing sales careers. Manage the full recruitment lifecycle, from initial contact to offer negotiation and acceptance. Provide market intelligence on sales compensation trends and candidate availability. Maintain accurate candidate and client records in the recruitment database. Collaborate with colleagues to share market insights and best practices in sales recruitment.

Requirements

A Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Human Resources, or a related field. A minimum of 3 years of experience in recruitment, with a specific focus on placing sales professionals. Demonstrated understanding of sales roles, KPIs, and the sales cycle. Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills. Proven ability to build rapport and trust with candidates and clients. Proficiency in using Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and other recruitment tools. A proactive, target-driven approach with a commitment to achieving results. Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple requisitions simultaneously. Familiarity with the Bloemfontein business environment is an advantage.

Benefits

This position offers a competitive annual salary with an uncapped commission structure tied directly to sales placements. Our client provides a comprehensive medical aid plan and a retirement annuity fund. The role is office-based in Bloemfontein , offering a structured and collaborative work environment. Our client invests in its employees through ongoing sales and recruitment training, as well as opportunities to attend industry networking events. Team-building activities and performance recognition programs are integral to the company culture. Performance-based bonuses are awarded regularly.