Recruitment Consultant - Tech & Digital

Placements24; Polokwane; Hybrid; ZAR 360,000 - 600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Remote work

Growth opportunities

Team culture

Access to recruitment tech

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a dynamic Recruitment Consultant to focus on the Tech & Digital sector in a fully remote South Africa role. You will connect innovative companies with top talent in software development, data science, UX/UI design, and digital marketing.

You’ll manage the full recruitment cycle, build trusted client relationships, and contribute to the growth of our specialist digital recruitment practice in a remote-first environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience in recruitment, with tech/digital focus.
• Proven success in sourcing and placing candidates in software/data/digital roles.
• Strong understanding of tech landscape and digital trends.
• Proficient with ATS and recruitment platforms.

Responsibilities

• Source, screen, and place candidates for tech/digital roles.
• Build and maintain relationships with tech clients.
• Manage full recruitment cycle from brief to offer.
• Provide market insights to clients on hiring trends.
• Collaborate with remote recruitment team.

Skills

Tech recruitment

Client relationships

Remote work

Tools

ATS systems

Recruitment platforms

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a forward-thinking recruitment consultancy, is seeking a dynamic Recruitment Consultant to focus on the rapidly evolving Tech & Digital sector. This is a fully remote position, offering the flexibility to work from anywhere within South Africa. You will be instrumental in connecting innovative companies with top-tier talent in areas such as software development, data science, UX/UI design, and digital marketing. This role demands a proactive approach, excellent communication skills, and a passion for staying ahead of industry trends. You'll manage the entire recruitment process, build strong relationships with clients, and contribute to the ongoing success and expansion of our client's specialist recruitment services in the digital space. Embracing a remote-first culture means you’ll be empowered with the tools and autonomy to excel.

Key Responsibilities

• Source, engage, and screen high-caliber candidates for tech and digital roles.
• Develop and maintain strong, trusted relationships with clients in the technology and digital industries.
• Manage the full recruitment cycle, from initial brief to offer negotiation and acceptance.
• Utilize advanced sourcing techniques and recruitment technologies to identify talent.
• Provide market intelligence and consultation to clients on current hiring trends.
• Actively participate in team meetings and contribute to the overall success of the remote recruitment team.

Requirements

• Minimum 3 years of experience in recruitment, with a proven specialization in tech or digital roles.
• Demonstrated success in sourcing and placing candidates in areas like software engineering, data analytics, or digital marketing.
• Excellent understanding of the tech landscape and emerging digital trends.
• Strong client management and business development capabilities.
• Proficiency with Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and recruitment platforms.
• Ability to thrive and maintain high productivity in a fully remote work environment.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and uncapped commission structure.
• Fully remote working arrangement, offering significant flexibility.
• Opportunities for professional growth and specialized training in tech recruitment.
• Collaborative and supportive online team culture.
• Access to leading recruitment technology and resources.