Recruitment Consultant - Sales Focus

Placements24; Paarl; Hybrid; ZAR 300,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary withcommision

Hybrid work model

Professional development opportunities

Exposure to diverse clients in Western

Supportive team environment

Regular training on sales recruitment

Performance-based rewards

Job summary

Placements24 in Paarl, Western Cape, is seeking a Recruitment Consultant specializing in sales roles. The role blends in-office and remote work, handling full-cycle recruitment for sales positions and delivering strong candidate pipelines to clients in South Africa.

The successful candidate will build client relationships, source top sales talent, and navigate negotiations to close offers, contributing to a high-performance recruitment team in a dynamic, hybrid environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in recruitment consultancy, with a track record in placing sales professionals.
• Strong understanding of sales roles, terminology, and the sales cycle.
• Excellent interviewing, assessment, and negotiation skills.
• Proficiency with recruitment tools, databases, and social media for sourcing.
• Excellent communication and client management skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end recruitment for sales roles, from posting to offers.
• Develop sourcing strategies to attract qualified sales professionals.
• Screen candidates, assess aptitude, experience, and motivation.
• Build relationships with clients, understand their sales team needs.
• Provide market insights and talent intelligence for the sales sector.
• Negotiate job offers and facilitate onboarding.
• Collaborate with teams to ensure timely recruitment delivery.
• Aim to meet and exceed recruitment targets and client satisfaction.

Skills

Sales recruitment

Interviewing

Negotiation

Sourcing

Client management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Marketing/HR

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a dynamic recruitment consultancy with a strong presence in the **Paarl, Western Cape**, is seeking a driven and results-oriented Recruitment Consultant with a specialization in sales roles. This position is offered on a hybrid basis, allowing you to leverage the benefits of both remote work and in-office collaboration. You will be responsible for managing the full recruitment lifecycle for sales positions, from identifying potential candidates to negotiating offers. This role requires a proactive approach, excellent communication skills, and a deep understanding of the sales landscape in **South Africa**. You will work closely with clients to understand their unique sales team requirements and source candidates who possess the necessary skills, drive, and cultural fit. If you have a passion for sales recruitment and are looking to grow your career within a supportive and professional environment in **Paarl**, this opportunity is ideal for you.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the end-to-end recruitment process for a variety of sales positions, including sales representatives, account managers, and sales managers.
• Develop and implement effective sourcing strategies to attract qualified sales professionals.
• Conduct thorough candidate screening and interviews, assessing sales aptitude, experience, and motivation.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, understanding their sales team needs and company culture.
• Provide market insights and talent intelligence related to the sales sector.
• Negotiate job offers and facilitate the onboarding process for successful candidates.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure efficient and effective recruitment delivery.
• Achieve and exceed individual recruitment targets and client satisfaction metrics.
• Stay updated on trends and best practices in sales recruitment.

Requirements

• Proven experience in recruitment consultancy, with a demonstrable track record in placing sales professionals.
• Excellent understanding of sales roles, terminology, and the sales cycle.
• Strong interviewing, assessment, and negotiation skills.
• Proficiency in using recruitment tools, databases, and social media for sourcing.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and client management skills.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and collaboratively in a hybrid team environment.
• A results-driven mindset with a strong sense of urgency.
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Human Resources, or a related field is preferred.
• Must be able to work from the **Paarl** office as required by the hybrid model.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and attractive commission structure.
• Hybrid work model providing flexibility and work-life balance.
• Opportunities for professional development and career growth.
• Exposure to a diverse range of clients and sales roles within the **Western Cape**.
• Supportive and dynamic team environment.
• Be part of a reputable recruitment consultancy.
• Regular training sessions on sales recruitment best practices.
• Performance-based rewards and incentives.