Recruitment Consultant - Specialist Sectors

Placements24; Durban; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive commission structure

Permanent, full-time position

Comprehensive training and development

Collaborative office environment

Diverse client base

Job summary

Placements24 in Durban is seeking a driven Recruitment Consultant to specialize in high-demand sectors, connecting businesses with top-tier talent and shaping career trajectories. You will build and nurture client relationships, understand staffing needs, and execute targeted recruitment strategies in a dynamic team.

The role emphasizes end-to-end recruitment, candidate engagement through sourcing, and conducting interviews to assess fit for client organizations, with a rewarding commission

Qualifications

• 2–3 years experience in recruitment or related sales/client management role.
• Demonstrated ability to build rapport and establish trust with clients and candidates.
• Strong understanding of recruitment best practices and market dynamics in specialized fields.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage the end-to-end recruitment process for vacancies within designated specialist sectors.
• Identify and engage with high-quality candidates through effective sourcing strategies and networking.
• Conduct in-depth interviews to assess candidate skills, experience, and cultural fit for client organizations.
• Develop and present recruitment proposals and solutions to prospective and existing clients.
• Maintain accurate records of candidate and client interactions within the company's database.

Skills

Recruitment experience

Client management

Sourcing

Interviewing

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a distinguished Recruitment Consultancy based in Durban , is seeking a driven and personable Recruitment Consultant to specialize in high-demand sectors. This role offers the chance to become an expert in niche markets, connecting businesses with top-tier talent and shaping career trajectories. You will be responsible for building and nurturing client relationships, understanding their unique staffing needs, and executing targeted recruitment strategies. If you are passionate about people, possess excellent communication skills, and thrive in a target-oriented environment, this is the perfect opportunity to grow your career within a supportive and dynamic team.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the end-to-end recruitment process for vacancies within designated specialist sectors.
• Identify and engage with high-quality candidates through effective sourcing strategies and networking.
• Conduct in-depth interviews to assess candidate skills, experience, and cultural fit for client organizations.
• Develop and present recruitment proposals and solutions to prospective and existing clients.
• Maintain accurate records of candidate and client interactions within the company's database.

Requirements

• Previous experience (2-3 years) as a Recruitment Consultant or in a related sales/client management role.
• Demonstrated ability to build rapport and establish trust with clients and candidates.
• Strong understanding of recruitment best practices and market dynamics in specialized fields.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• A proactive approach and a results-driven mindset, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team in Durban .

Benefits

• Competitive salary package with a rewarding commission structure based on performance.
• Permanent, full-time position with a defined career path and growth opportunities.
• Comprehensive training and ongoing professional development support.
• A collaborative and energetic office environment within a reputable Durban -based consultancy.
• Opportunity to work with a diverse client base and influence hiring decisions across key industries.