Recruitment Consultant - Sales & Marketing

Placements24; Soweto; Hybrid; ZAR 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive uncapped commission

Remote-work flexibility

Medical aid and retirement benefits

Career development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a proactive Recruitment Consultant to join their Soweto-based team, focusing on sales and marketing roles. You will manage the end-to-end recruitment lifecycle, from client briefing to candidate sourcing, interviewing and successful placement.

You will build strong client relationships, understand company cultures, and leverage diverse sourcing channels to identify top talent. A dynamic, target-driven environment with remote-work flexibility awaits.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2-3 years in recruitment with a focus on sales & marketing.
• Proven ability to source and place candidates in Sales/Marketing roles.
• Strong communication, negotiation and stakeholder management.

Responsibilities

• Source, screen, and interview candidates for sales and marketing roles.
• Develop client relationships and understand hiring requirements.
• Manage full recruitment lifecycle from briefing to placement.
• Utilize job boards, social media, networking, and databases for sourcing.
• Keep ATS records accurate and share market intelligence with the team.
• Meet placement and revenue targets and ensure positive candidate experience.

Skills

Recruitment

Sourcing

Interviewing

Negotiation

Relationship management

Sales & Marketing knowledge

Education

Bachelor's in HR or Business

Tools

ATS

LinkedIn Recruiter

Job boards & social sourcing

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a highly successful and dynamic recruitment consultancy, is looking for a proactive Recruitment Consultant to join their expanding team. This role is based in **Soweto, Gauteng**, and focuses on identifying and placing top talent within the Sales and Marketing sectors. You will manage the entire recruitment process, from understanding client needs to sourcing, interviewing, and successfully placing candidates. The ideal candidate will possess excellent communication skills, a strong understanding of sales and marketing roles, and a passion for connecting businesses with the talent they need to grow. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to the success of businesses across **Gauteng** by ensuring they have access to skilled professionals in competitive fields. Join our client's collaborative and supportive environment and advance your career in recruitment.

Key Responsibilities

• Source, screen, and interview candidates for a wide range of sales and marketing positions.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, understanding their specific hiring requirements and company culture.
• Manage the full recruitment lifecycle, from initial contact and job briefing to offer negotiation and placement.
• Utilize various sourcing channels, including job boards, social media, networking events, and professional databases.
• Develop a deep understanding of the sales and marketing job market trends and salary benchmarks.
• Achieve and exceed individual placement and revenue targets.
• Ensure a positive candidate experience throughout the recruitment process.
• Maintain accurate candidate records and manage the Applicant Tracking System (ATS).
• Collaborate with team members to share market intelligence and best practices.

Requirements

• Minimum of 2-3 years of experience in recruitment, with a specialization in sales and marketing roles.
• Proven ability to source and place candidates in positions such as Sales Managers, Account Executives, Marketing Managers, Digital Marketers, Brand Managers, etc.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong understanding of the sales and marketing industries and their respective talent needs.
• Proficiency in using recruitment software and online sourcing tools.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.
• A results-driven attitude with a commitment to achieving targets.
• Experience in the **Soweto, Gauteng** region is advantageous.
• Relevant tertiary qualification is a plus.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with an uncapped commission structure.
• Opportunity to specialize in the high-demand sales and marketing recruitment sectors.
• Supportive and dynamic team environment, offering remote work flexibility.
• Professional development and career advancement opportunities.
• Access to a strong client base and candidate pool across **Gauteng**.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement benefits.
• Be part of a successful and growing recruitment consultancy.