Recruitment Consultant - Tech Specialization

Placements24; Durban; On-site; ZAR 360,000 - 700,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive uncapped commission

Medical aid

Provident fund

Durban office culture

Job summary

Placements24 in Durban seeks a specialized Recruitment Consultant with a focus on technology. You will drive end-to-end recruitment for IT roles, sourcing top talent and assessing candidates for scores of clients from startups to enterprises.

Located in Durban, you will work in a vibrant office with a team committed to excellence in tech recruitment and strategic hiring for the future of technology companies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience preferred.
• Proven experience as Recruitment Consultant with focus on technology.
• Able to thrive in a fast-paced, target-driven office environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage full recruitment cycle for technology roles (software development, data science, cybersecurity).
• Develop sourcing strategies to attract niche tech professionals.
• Conduct candidate screenings and technical assessments to evaluate fit.
• Build and nurture relationships with key tech stakeholders.
• Provide market insights and consult clients on tech talent trends.
• Negotiate offers and manage onboarding for tech hires.

Skills

Sourcing strategies

Candidate screening

Negotiation

Relationship building

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

Applicant Tracking System

Job description

Our client, a prestigious recruitment consultancy located in the heart of Durban , is seeking a specialized Recruitment Consultant with a focus on the technology sector. You will be instrumental in identifying and securing top IT talent for a diverse range of clients, from innovative startups to established enterprises. This role demands a deep understanding of the tech landscape, combined with exceptional recruitment skills. You will work in a vibrant office environment, collaborating with a dedicated team committed to excellence in tech recruitment, and shaping the future of technology companies through strategic hiring.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the full recruitment cycle for technology roles, including software development, data science, and cybersecurity.
• Develop effective sourcing strategies to attract highly skilled and niche tech professionals.
• Conduct in-depth candidate screenings and technical assessments to evaluate suitability.
• Build and nurture relationships with key stakeholders in the technology industry.
• Provide expert market insights and consultation to clients on tech talent acquisition trends.
• Negotiate complex offers and manage the onboarding process for tech hires.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Recruitment Consultant , with a significant portion dedicated to the technology sector.
• Strong understanding of IT terminology, programming languages, and technology stacks.
• Demonstrated success in sourcing hard-to-find technical candidates.
• Excellent negotiation and closing skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, target-driven, office-based environment.
• A Bachelor's degree or equivalent relevant experience is preferred.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with uncapped commission earnings.
• Access to advanced recruitment tools and extensive candidate databases.
• Dedicated career development path within a respected consultancy.
• Company-sponsored medical aid and provident fund.
• Vibrant office culture and team-building activities in Durban .