Recruitment Consultant - Sales

Placements24; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 320,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Uncapped commission

Career development

Strong market presence

Team culture

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Recruitment Consultant specializing in sales placements for its Upington operation. You will manage the full recruitment cycle for sales professionals, from client brief to candidate placement, in a dynamic, target-driven environment.

You will source, interview, and advise on hiring strategies, build client relationships, and negotiate offers while driving placement targets and revenue growth in the Northern Cape market.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Recruitment Consultant, with a strong focus on sales recruitment.
• Demonstrated success in sourcing, engaging, and placing sales professionals across different sectors.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong business acumen and understanding of sales roles and metrics.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end recruitment processes for sales positions, including business development.
• Source, screen, and interview sales candidates to assess skills, experience, and cultural fit.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients seeking sales talent.
• Understand client business needs and provide expert recruitment advice.
• Negotiate offers and manage the candidate onboarding process.
• Achieve and exceed placement targets and revenue goals.

Skills

Sales recruitment

Networking

Communication

Negotiation

Education

Tertiary qualification in Business/Marketing/HR

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a well-established recruitment consultancy, is seeking a results-driven Recruitment Consultant specializing in Sales placements to join their team in Upington, Northern Cape. You will be responsible for managing the full recruitment cycle for sales professionals, from understanding client needs to identifying and securing top talent. This role requires a dynamic individual with excellent networking skills and a deep understanding of the sales landscape across various industries in South Africa. You'll work in a competitive yet supportive environment, driving success for clients and candidates alike.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end recruitment processes for sales positions, including business development.
• Source, screen, and interview sales candidates to assess skills, experience, and cultural fit.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients seeking sales talent.
• Understand client business needs and provide expert recruitment advice.
• Negotiate offers and manage the candidate onboarding process.
• Achieve and exceed placement targets and revenue goals.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Recruitment Consultant, with a strong focus on sales recruitment.
• Demonstrated success in sourcing, engaging, and placing sales professionals across different sectors.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong business acumen and understanding of sales roles and metrics.
• Ability to work independently and manage a demanding workload in Upington.
• Relevant tertiary qualification in Business, Marketing, or Human Resources is preferred.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary combined with a lucrative, uncapped commission structure.
• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement within the consultancy.
• Be part of a reputable firm with a strong market presence in the Northern Cape.
• Collaborative and performance-oriented team culture.
• Work with a diverse range of clients and exciting sales opportunities.